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Big Green Purse by Diane MacEachern

The sub title for this book is – Use your spending power to create a cleaner, greener world- and that’s just what they show you how to do. Diane explains how every dollar you spend impacts manufacturers decisions and how pointing your spending dollar can influence how products are made and the environmental impact they have. One of the examples of this change is tea. Usually tea is grown with lots of pesticides by farmers who are not paid a fair wage and whose children usually have to work in those fields. Thanks to the demand for organic teas many … Continue reading →

Growing Green Kids

Earth Day 2012 kicks off in just a few hours. How are you planning to celebrate? Contrary to popular belief, the special occasion is not only commemorated by tree huggers and granola lovers. Rather, these days, Earth Day organizers are targeting tech-obsessed kids in hopes of inspiring a new generation to go green. In some parts of the world parents are being encouraged to get their kids to give up their favorite electronic devices for the day, and instead turn their attention to preserving the earth’s natural resources such as air, water, plants and animals. This, of course, is easier … Continue reading →

Ways to Save Green on Earth Day

According to reports, more than one billion people around the globe participate in Earth Day activities each year, making it the largest secular civic event in the world. If you don’t have time to pick up trash at a local park or hug a tree on April 22nd, then consider taking advantage of the following money-saving deals being offered by popular retailers in honor of the 40th anniversary of Earth Day: Barnes and Noble The largest book retailer in the United States is offering 30 percent off dozens of Green titles, such as: *Fancy Nancy Every Day is Earth Day … Continue reading →

Does Sea Salt’s Benefits Outweigh Its Price?

This subject came up the other day when my friend Styrofoam Sue told me that she had switched from table salt to sea salt since it’s so much healthier and doesn’t contain a bunch of impurities. She went on to say that she heard some supposed health expert lecturing about the dangers of table salt since it’s “filled with sand and glass.” Sue honestly thought that every time she sprinkled some salt on her food that she was doing her body an injustice and perhaps harming it. True, I’m no salt expert, but after hearing her tout the wonders of … Continue reading →

Green as a Religion?

I am constantly reading magazines and am always on the lookout for an article about green living. I was a bit taken aback when I was reading an issue of The Week (great magazine BTW) and there was a small blurb about a case in Britain in which a man claimed he was dismissed from his job for his beliefs…in global warming. Now, we’ve all heard of religious persecution, but could this going too far? Tim Nicholson claimed he was let go from the property management firm in July 2008 for which he worked because of his beliefs in man-made … Continue reading →

“The Price is Right” Goes Green

No need to adjust the color on your TV set tomorrow when watching “The Price is Right.” The popular CBS game show is going green for a good reason—-Earth Day. In observance of the global tradition, Wednesday’s episode of “The Price is Right” will feature environmentally friendly prizes including cellphones made of recycled materials, solar charging equipment and a recycling cabinet. Adding another shade of green to the mix will be tree hugger Ed Begley Jr. The famous actor/environmentalist will introduce a showcase that includes an electric bike, golf cart and Toyota Prius hybrid car. In addition, trips offered during … Continue reading →

Spring Into Spring

Spring can spring any time now, as far as I am concerned. Like millions of other Americans enduring the most recent Arctic blast, I’m over winter. Unfortunately, there isn’t much I can do to control the weather.  However, rather than wallow in despair, I’m channeling my inner sun goddess and working on spring-themed scrapbooks. If you are looking for ways to keep warm this winter, spring ahead a bit and take advantage of sales on spring scrapbooking kits.  The seasonal collections typically hit the shelves in mid-January and feature colorful paper, plus a slew of coordinating embellishments, such as stickers, … Continue reading →

Cleaning Supplies as a Gift Idea

Do you know someone who is moving into a new home? Perhaps it is your child’s first apartment. Or you know of a couple who is getting married and will be starting off fresh. It might not sound like the greatest gift idea but putting together a housekeeping basket might be just what they need. Think about what it’s like to start off with nothing. You have dishes to buy, linens and the list goes on. So what are some basic cleaning supplies that can be assembled into a basket? Here are some ideas. Dusting Supplies – microfiber cloths (my … Continue reading →

How to Save on Halloween Expenses

There is nothing spookier on Halloween than the prices of all of the stuff on your list. Here are some of the common Halloween expenses along with some strategies to help you save money. Hayrides and Haunted Houses Visiting your local hayride, haunted house or corn maze can be a lot of fun. If you have a larger family like mine, though, the cost of entrance can be a little daunting. To save money, check for coupons and discount days. You may be able to find out about these on the event website or through local businesses. Our favorite pizza … Continue reading →

Ways to Save on a Six Flags Staycation

It’s never a good day when travelers are actually excited to see gas prices hovering near $4. Three dollars and 89 cents for a gallon of unleaded–SCORE!! While the cost of gas has fallen slightly in the last couple weeks, from its highest levels since July 2008, Americans are still paying nearly a dollar more per gallon than a year ago. As a result, families from coast-to-coast continue to restructure their summer vacation plans in order to preserve their household budgets, and still have fun in the sun. That goes double for clans living in and around Chicago. According to … Continue reading →