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Top 10 Ways to Have a Green Thanksgiving

By coupiedolldealpro
at 12:05PM Wednesday November 18, 2009
under Holidays

The big T-day is almost here, and if you're looking to make your family feast a little more green, look no further. Follow these tips and you'll be celebrating the day, and respecting the environment.


Great Green Gifts: Techie Edition

By coupiedolldealpro
at 4:01PM Wednesday November 11, 2009
under Shopping Advice

With Black Friday fast approaching and the holidays right around the corner I thought I'd highlight some great green gifts that might not be on your list, but would make a great edition, particularly for that hard to shop for fuddy duddy. These trendsetting green gadgets and gizmos aren't only environmentally conscious, but they'll also turn your friends green with envy.


Planes, Trains and Automobiles: Travel Greener

By coupiedolldealpro
at 3:35PM Wednesday October 28, 2009
under Shopping Advice

Thinking about a destination holiday this Winter season? Maybe an exotic Christmas or New Year's? Eco-tourism has become big business and a viable travel option.

Eco-travel is typically based on principles of respect and working with the local community. Eco travel destinations usually buy local, hire local, and often reinvest funds to help the local community. There are some pretty amazing options out there for eco-friendly travel, but even if you're just confined to going to Grandma's this year, there are still things you can do to off-set your carbon footprint.


Things My Parents Taught Me: Some Simple Ways to Live a Greener Life

By coupiedolldealpro
at 3:15PM Wednesday October 21, 2009
under Newsworthy

Inspired by the upcoming film NO IMPACT MAN, a story about a family that goes off the grid for a year, I decided to write a blog about some simple lessons from mom and dad that go a long way in being green. While NO IMPACT MAN'S extreme lifestyle is inspiring, there are also simple things all of us can do every day to make a difference.


Eat Bright and Green to Help Prevent Breast Cancer

By coupiedolldealpro
at 10:37AM Wednesday October 14, 2009
under Odds and Ends

In honor of the 25th anniversary of NationalBreast Cancer Awareness Month, I decided to examine the simplest thing we can do to as an act of prevention: eat green. In fact, consuming more of anything brightly colored or leafy green can help add preventive carotenes to our diets. Here's a quick guide to carotene-rich and green treats to throw into your daily mix so this year you can not only think Pink, but also green.


Go Green for Halloween

By coupiedolldealpro
at 10:50AM Wednesday October 7, 2009
under Holidays

With Halloween fast approaching there are many tempting costumes floating around local convenience stores, but often we buy those costumes and throw them away, not to mention many of them are constructed with toxic dyes that pollute waterways and petroleum products that require drilling. This Halloween, why not go crafty and make your own green costume? Or gather some recyclable materials to whip up something new.

Whatever you're searching for for your green Halloween, we're here to help.


Get Affordable Green in Your Make-Up Case

By coupiedolldealpro
at 2:46PM Tuesday September 29, 2009
under Stuff We Like

Sometimes it ain't easy being green, particularly when green items are sometimes marked up from regular priced items just because they're labeled "green." But switching over to more eco-friendly products doesn't have to be a choice between extra chemicals or extra cash.

This week, we take a look at some great green make-up steals that make you both look good and feel good for going green.


Recycling Electronic Junk is Easier than You Think

By coupiedolldealpro
at 11:14AM Wednesday September 23, 2009
under Newsworthy

Buying a new TV, or a new computer, printer, or anything electronic for that matter can be pretty darn exciting--especially when you are saving money with some great Best Buy coupons. But the question remains, what to do with all your old electronic items?


Is 'Cash for Kitchen Clunkers' Environmentally Sustainable?

By coupiedolldealpro
at 7:29AM Wednesday September 16, 2009
under Newsworthy

If you missed out on cashing in on that clunker in your driveway, now is your chance to cash in on that clunker in your kitchen. The question is, will the program be ultimately worthwhile for our environment and your wallet?


5 Ways to Save While Being Green

By coupiedolldealpro
at 9:43AM Wednesday September 9, 2009
under Money Saving Tips

Green is a pretty awesome color to see in your wallet, but it's also a great color when associated with our humble little planet. Why can't the two go hand in hand? Actually--they can! Not only is being green great for the pocket book, and the body Earth, it can also be pretty easy too.

Here are a couple of quick tips to put that beautiful green in your pocket and do Planet Earth a little good.


Cash for Clunkers: A Costly Venture?

By coupiedolldealpro
at 2:28PM Wednesday September 2, 2009
under Newsworthy

The goal of the Obama-created "Cash for Clunkers" program was simple: stimulate the economy and reduce carbon emissions by getting gas guzzlers off the road. A goal, that at first glance, seems noble--a veritable win-win.

While it may have helped consumers save money, the long-term environmental effects may, or may not have been worth it.


Stay Healthy, Be Productive

By coupiedolldealpro
at 8:12AM Tuesday August 25, 2009
under Stuff We Like

The office can be as bad as the classroom-- a place that harbors lots of germs that can spread easily even if just one person gets sick. Everyone knows if you feel good you are likely to be more productive. So it pays to take care of yourself.

Here are a few tips to help keep your energy up and to keep feelin' good.


Back to School Shopping Survival Tips

By coupiedolldealpro
at 11:21PM Tuesday August 18, 2009
under Shopping Advice

According to a recent article in the L.A. Times, the average family has completed less than half their back-to-school shopping. If you've been putting off getting ready for the new school season--well, we can hardly blame you. Everyone wants to sell you something and shopping with and for the kids can be undeniably daunting.

But hang in there, we're here to help! Follow this game plan and earn and A+ on your back to school shopping trip.


Polish Up: The Joys of the Male Mani/Pedi

By coupiedolldealpro
at 1:40AM Wednesday August 12, 2009
under Shopping Advice

While wine-colored toenails are optional, men everywhere are getting manicures and pedicures. And why not? Sure beats craggly toes at the end of the bed. With 30% of salon clients being male, we thought we'd give you guys some DIY tips for the perfect home mani/pedi.

Enjoy.