Unplugged Living

January 4th, 2008

Humor In The Forest

Here is yet another forwarded email. This time, let’s go with some humor.
These are actual comments left last year on Forest Service registration sheets and comment cards by backpackers completing wilderness camping trips.
“A small deer came into my camp and stole my bag of pickles. Is there a way I can get reimbursed? Please call.”
“Escalators […]

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January 3rd, 2008

We Could Die?

This forwarded email I got a couple of days ago makes me ask myself if there is really any truth to all the claims in that email. I did find the email even more disturbing for it mentioned a lot about dying and using statistics by comparing it to animals or to countries. Well I’d […]

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December 27th, 2007

Educational Paper Towel Holder

I really love this cool paper towel dispenser! Really now. Aren’t you happy somebody thought of creating a dispenser such as this one?Honestly, what makes this dispenser different from all other paper towel dispensers is the fact that this one comes with a really striking message. There are other paper towel dispensers which come with […]

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December 18th, 2007

We Add Up

This is going to be one of the most interesting holiday gift ideas I’ve ever come across as of present. See, these shirts from “I’m Organic” really show their advocacy and it really also works wonders in letting people realize that each individual adds quite a lot when working together to reach a certain goal […]

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December 10th, 2007

Eva Mendez Supports PETA

The cold and wintry season is already here and many of us are bundled up in thick jackets and really warm pieces of clothing. Some even would have donned fur coats and the whole lot. But Eva Mendez is making quite a statement for the season. She has taken off her clothing in support of […]

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November 30th, 2007

10 Solar Tips (Part 2)

As promised in my previous post, here are the rest of the ten solar tips that could help us in our daily lives. Read on and learn more.
6. When calculating the number of panels you need, do so using winter sunshine hours rather than summer hours - there are roughly twice as many hours sunshine […]

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November 29th, 2007

10 Solar Tips (Part 1)

Since we all are aware of the power of the sun and the benefits we could get from it, let us go ahead and take a look at some solar tips I found over the Internet. I’ll give you the first five and head along to sharing with you the next five in my next […]

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November 24th, 2007

Have Fun Playing While Learning About Recycling

One of the best ways to let people learn would be through games. Playing games is sometimes thought of as the best means of letting people remember important concepts and ideas.Like Recyclorama.
Recyclorama is no arcade game you play in the mall or somewhere else. Recyclorama is a game you can play with your computer. This […]

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November 23rd, 2007

Global Warming’s Benefits

So you think global warming only brings about destruction? Well, there’s always a bright side to everything - even global warming!Read these 25 benefits of global warming. I’m sure you’ll be smiling as you go through each number.

Minnesota can change its license plate slogan from “Shit hole” to “The State with Two Coasts.”
Kansas will finally […]

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November 22nd, 2007

Environment Joke

Let’s take things light right now. I came across a joke while surfing the Internet and I wanted to share this one with you.
1960’s Arithmetic test:
“A logger cuts and sells a truck load of lumber for $100. His cost of production is four-fifths of that amount. What is his profit?”
70’s New Math test:
“A […]

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