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Tree Hugging Family - Living Green

May 30th, 2008

Biggest Green Sin Poll Results

It’s the end of May and time for the unveiling of our Biggest Green Sin poll results! Thanks to all 89 of you who took the poll. It was fun to have so much participation. And have you ever noticed how much an electrical outlet has a surprised look?
From least to most popular green sin:
Recklessly […]

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April 17th, 2008

Recycling Terms You Should Know - Part Two

Yesterday we looked at two recycling terms you need to know in order to make your recycling efforts matter. Today, two more.
We used to be able to look at a container, note the recycle logo and feel happy. Now there are some terms thrown in that might throw you.
Pre-consumer: When a package says “Pre-consumer” it’s […]

By Jennifer -- 1 comment

April 16th, 2008

Recycling Terms You Should Know - Part One

We talk a lot about recycling here, and I realized that we often just toss terms around. Here’s a quick primer to get your recycling know-how up to speed.
Recycling:  We all know what recycling is… or do we? When it comes right down to it, recycling means we collect materials that CAN actually be used […]

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April 4th, 2008

Count Down to Earth Day With b5media - Use Found Objects (Or Junk) for Decorating Your Home

Today we have a really fun blog to feature, Keeping the Castle. If you haven’t visited Keeping the Castle before it’s a great place to gain home inspiration. Blogger Maricar focuses on all the little (and sometimes big) issues that matter when running a home smoothly. Plus her blog is a very soothing blue color […]

By Jennifer -- 1 comment

February 27th, 2008

Green Link Love for the Week

What am I reading - and what should you be reading? Well…
25 Alternative Energy Strategies from a green blog I was just introduced to, Wise Living Journal. Very homestead related, which I adore.
Hilary over at Eco Friendly Driver is in a mood this week (that’s ok, so am I). She’s got some cool rants about […]

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February 16th, 2008

Recycling Video for Not So Small Kids

Ok, to tell you the truth, I’m not entirely sure that these kids are serious. They seem to be pranksters. Still, they are youth who are at least thinking about recycling, and presenting it in a crazy funny way that is so amusing that it likely makes other kids think about it. They could have […]

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