Running an eco-friendly shopping website feels like an oxymoron some days.  But as I sit here sipping tea, I am thankful that I am not fighting the masses, rushing around malls, and participating in this make-believe holiday we call Black Friday.  I’m saying no to the hysteria thrust upon us by the companies benefitting, and passing on the senseless urge to buy, buy, buy.  Now don’t get me wrong, I like shiny new things as much as the next person, but this year I want to be accountable and proud of my lessened impact on the planet.  And whether that resonates as integrity for you as it does me, or otherwise, I am here to help you reach that same goal this year.  Being a conscious consumer doesn’t mean it isn’t nice to give thoughtful gifts to loved ones or that the thrill of opening a gift is any less, so for the next four weeks we’ll be highlighting holiday gifts here on orGLAMic that make less of an impact on our planet while still bringing that same holiday spirit to all.  Before we begin, I urge you to recalibrate those shopping senses and take 20 minutes to watch Annie Leonard’s The Story of Stuff - it is fun, informative and impactful.  Enjoy your weekend and get ready for a month of orGLAMic gifts beginning right here on Monday!