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That Time of Year Again…

Posted on January 14, 2012 by Paula

It’s getting to be that time of year again — tax time.  Not only do taxes chew up a lot of money, they also take up a ton of time (and paper).  This year I’ve really been wondering if it … Continue reading →

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Battery Free Fun

Posted on January 14, 2012 by Paula

It seems like every toy for sale has batteries in it.  Drives me absolutely bonkers!!  Why do toys have to make so much noise and have so many flashing lights?  I’d say “when I was a kid” but I’m afraid … Continue reading →

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Funny Tees

Posted on January 14, 2012 by Paula

There are a huge range of sites selling funny tshirts.  My favorite, go figure, are the ones that raise global consciousness as well as make people smile.  Make sure that any t-shirt you buy (funny or not) is organic and … Continue reading →

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Fight For Your Right….

Posted on January 14, 2012 by Paula

Many environmental activists have turned to the courts to fight to protect the planet.  However, being an activist doesn’t always mean that you have to turn to the courts.  There are many battles to be fought and not all of … Continue reading →

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Eco-Friendly Welding Helmets?

Posted on January 14, 2012 by Paula

It’s amazing to me the huge variety in “eco-friendly” products that are now available on the market.  Take, for example, the eco-friendly welding helmet.  It’s solar-powered!  The shade doesn’t require any batteries at all because it runs completely on solar … Continue reading →

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Fabric Snack Bags

Posted on January 14, 2012 by Paula

Fabric, reusable snack bags are an easy way to make little one’s snacks much more environmentally friendly.  These bags can be used over and over again to help cut back on the amount of plastic that is both used and … Continue reading →

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Green Snowshoes

Posted on January 14, 2012 by Paula

Snowshoeing is a great physical exercise and can help adventurers see places that they never would be able to without the snowshoes on.  Even the purchase of a snowshoe can be a more environmentally friendly one when the proper research … Continue reading →

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Green Carpet Cleaning

Posted on January 14, 2012 by Paula

Luckily, more and more businesses are starting to adapt green technologies and business policies to make their company’s gentler to the environment.  One niche where this has really taken off is in home cleaning and home cleaning supplies.  The chemicals … Continue reading →

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Kidz-Med Non Contact Thermometer

Posted on January 14, 2012 by Paula

Okay, there’s not really such a thing as an eco-friendly thermometer I guess.  But if there was, this would be it because it doesn’t need disposable probe covers like an ear based thermometer does.  This model is completely non-contact which … Continue reading →

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Hiking Trips

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Paula

If you’re going to save the planet, you might as well get out there and enjoy it!  The key to successful hiking trip is to ensure that you have the right equipment.  Hiking is one of those adventures that doesn’t … Continue reading →

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