6/2/12

If you love creating centerpieces for your dining room table using flowers from the supermarket or florist, think again. The majority of flowers are treated with pesticides to help them last longer and grow stronger. And exotic flowers that come from tropical environments have a huge carbon footprint from being flown halfway around the world. Instead, think live plants, like potted pansies or herb plants, for your table. They last longer, and if you're having a party, guests can take them home and plant them.

6/1/12

On average, about 675 pieces of unwanted junk mail end up in our mailboxes every year. If you want to put an end to the madness, try these easy steps. If you move, don't use a change of address form from the post office; instead, contact everyone directly to give them your new address. Avoid participating in contests where you are asked for your address unless you can select an "opt out" for solicitations. And contact the top three credit bureaus -- TransUnion, Equifax and Experian -- and ask the companies to remove you from any unsolicited credit card offers.

5/31/12

Did you know that we're wasting up to 147 million gallons of gas each year due to improperly sealed gas caps? The fuel just evaporates away. You can put an end to this simply by sealing your gas cap. Make sure that you hear the cap click at least three times. This will prevent gas -- and your money -- from disappearing into thin air.