Monthly Archives: June 2009

The Real Cost of Free Toys

I presently live in a country that does not have any McDonald’s outlets. I had to check online to find out the current theme for the 1/4 pound of plastic that kids get with their cholestafest. Happy Meal Toys are … Continue reading

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Green People on Twitter

Mashable came out with a list of interesting green tweeters awhile back. I was surprised at how many of them were not on my list. Here is the list of 75 names divided into the group that I was already … Continue reading

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Green Wedding Ideas

Some people probably won’t like my green wedding ideas. They mostly involve not doing things and not buying things. My second wedding was a beach wedding with only our children, an officiant, a photographer and a photographer’s assistant present. No … Continue reading

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Do We Need Plastic Pallets?

According to the people who make plastic pallets, they are better that wooden ones in almost every way. Plastic pallet has many advantages compared with wooden one as follows: less weight, neat and good appearance, no nails or splinters, no … Continue reading

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Plastic on the Beach: Part Seven

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Father’s Day Gift Suggestions

I discourage people from giving me gifts. You may or may not be surprised to read that this behavior is almost 100% effective. Father’s Day is one of the occasions where I know that I will not receive any tangible … Continue reading

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Confessions of a 40 Year Old Drama Queen

Here is a screencap of a new Twitter account supposedly held by Phil Rozenski, director of environmental strategies at the plastic bag maker Hilex Poly Co.: I was a bit confused by the ‘retweet’ I got so I went to … Continue reading

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Home Made Glue

When the perfect box for my long imagined solar cooker project showed up on the curb across the street, I was happier than any normal 40 year old should be. After choosing a plan from SolarCooking.org and doing all the … Continue reading

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