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Easy Ways to Be Green Around Your Home

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In the late 80′s, green was just a color in the rainbow, not an environmental movement. Maybe it’s because I’m 20+ years into adulthood and I see the benefits, both environmentally and financially of being a good steward of our resources. I started a backyard compost many years ago before we had kids.

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Why You Should Live Green

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As the environmental movement has gathered momentum, green products and services have become cheaper. Build a birdhouse or bird feeder for your backyard. Have children collect backyard flowers and leaves to create nature bouquets or pressed-flower pictures. Take a weekend adventure to a state/provincial or national park.

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