Every morning I drive by a local Dunkin Donut (it's next to the gym) and am always dumbfounded how long the drive thru line is at 8:45 a.m. I decided to time a vehicle to see how long they really waited in the line before getting their food. 17 mins 43 seconds, that's how long! Now, if you ask someone who goes there odds are they'll say they go through the drive thru to … [Read more...] about Fast food breakfast: convenient & time saving or not?
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Eco Tuesday: Reusable Bottles
Reusable bottles Reusable bottles save you money as well as precious natural resources by cutting down on the trillions of cans and bottles trashed each year. When looking for reusable bottles look for these features: # Safe alternative to polycarbonate (#7) - do not leach toxins like BPA # Durable, light-weight & great looking - 100% recyclable # Made with fair … [Read more...] about Eco Tuesday: Reusable Bottles
Eco Tuesday: PowerPockets
PowerPockets use the latest in "Thin-Film" solar energy technology to quickly and efficiently turn sunshine into electricity. Great for charging mobile phones, games, PDA's and any other 12 Volt electronic device - and when you're done, hide it away easily! You can even use it to jump your ATV or bike. If you're not going to use your vehicle for awhile you can have the … [Read more...] about Eco Tuesday: PowerPockets
Microfiber cleaning cloths
Just blogged about the benefits of using microfiber cleaning cloths at http://gogreenwithtaraburner.com/blog/green-cleaning/microfiber-cleaning-cloths.html Tara And by the way, summer is perfect for maxi dresses so make sure you check them out. … [Read more...] about Microfiber cleaning cloths
Eco Tuesday: Hybrid’s & Accessories
Ok, now that you've done the smart environmentally friendly thing and bought yourself a new Hybrid car, you can "pimp" it with all kinds of neat accessories ranging from bike racks, floor mats to body kits and more. I personally love the Toyota Prius which starts at around $21K and hey you do get tax credit at year end if you purchase a hybrid. Not to mention all the other … [Read more...] about Eco Tuesday: Hybrid’s & Accessories
Skinny Bitch book
I have my copy for sale at half.com This book is a no holds barred tell all straight to the point way to learn about being vegan, and eating healthy. The authors say what they have to say without sugar coating it. It's an informative quality book that can make a difference in your life as well as the environment (not to mention all the animals you'll no longer want to … [Read more...] about Skinny Bitch book
Affordable Mineral Makeup™ joins LiveGreenRewards.com
Affordable Mineral Makeup™ is helping with LiveGreenRewards at www.livegreenrewards.com/purchase2.php?charity=1&cat=12 where you can go shopping and designate a charity to have proceeds to to. Great opportunity, get excellent product from us and help an outstanding charity in the process. Go shopping now … [Read more...] about Affordable Mineral Makeup™ joins LiveGreenRewards.com
Eco Tuesday’s: Game Time
Here's an idea that'll not only give you family time but save electric. Enjoy a game of Bioviva instead of watching tv for an evening. You'll conserve energy and get to have some quality fun with your family. It's a win win for family & environment. According to the site: The original Bioviva board game, the most recognized eco game of all time with 13 international … [Read more...] about Eco Tuesday’s: Game Time
LiveGreenRewards.com
If you haven't done so yet, you have to drop by LiveGreenRewards.com They're still in beta mode but looks like a promising place to be. Used from their LiveGreenRewards.com site is their info about who they are/what they do. After you read this, you'll want to sign up for their shopping and their forum (if you join the forum, drop me a line, I'm there "taraburner" and … [Read more...] about LiveGreenRewards.com
Eco Tuesday’s: Green, eco-friendly gift wrapping
The holidays are quickly approaching, not to mention the monthly birthday's, baby showers, and other occasions you give gifts on.There are wrapping papers and gift bags that are either 100% recycled product or gift bags that are made with Tree Free kenaf, a much better option than the typical wrapping paper. This bag was made with tree free kenaf and is just as … [Read more...] about Eco Tuesday’s: Green, eco-friendly gift wrapping