Happy Anniversary, Earth!

…. Hey! I’m as old as dirt – does that mean it’s me birthday, too? Here are a few additional “green” tips to add to the top ten: a) Avoid “drink boxes” – those cardboard and foil drink packs that come with a built-in straw. Those packages simply cannot be recycled. b) If you change your vehicle’s oil yourself, take the old oil to ANY auto repair shop for free recycling. It IS the law. c) If you have to wait at a railroad crossing, drawbridge, etc.turn off you motor. d) Use ceiling fans! e) If you have an older 7-gallon toilet, put a brick in the tank. That will save a half gallon of water per flush, with no -er- loss of function. f) Don’t cut your lawn so short! Longer grass protects itself from drying out, from the heat, and from weeds. That means you need less fertilizer for growth, less water for irrigation, and less toxic chemicals for weed control — and your lawn will look MUCH better! g) Buy a horse, and use it to tow your SUV around town. Sound ridiculous? So is your SUV – get rid of it! h) Send me money – scientists aren’t sure that will help any – but it couldn’t hurt!