Trash Talk – Flies Bugging You? Some Natural Solutions

Trash Talk – Flies Bugging You? Some Natural Solutions

by | Aug 6, 2013

Use mint as a fly repellent. Small sachets of crushed mint can be placed around the home to discourage flies. Bay leaves, cloves and eucalyptus wrapped in small cheesecloth squares can be hung by open windows or doors. Place a small, open container of sweet basil and...
Trash Talk – Flies Bugging You? Some Natural Solutions

Trash Talk – ‘Sustainable’ help from unexpected sources!

by | May 7, 2013

Fish tanks – when you clean the tank, instead of pouring the dirty water out the door or down the drain, use it as a nutrient-rich solution for plants! Pet beds – the next time dog or cat needs a newbed, look for one made from recycled materials, and be sure to...
Trash Talk – Flies Bugging You? Some Natural Solutions

Trash Talk – Celebrate Earth Week!

by | Apr 22, 2013

3 simple things Canopy Project – plant a tree, or donate to the Canopy Project; for each $1 you donate, they will plant a tree! Go Paperless – online bill-pay & paperless statements are easy ways to save, save, save! Recycle e-waste – each year tons of devices are...
Trash Talk – Flies Bugging You? Some Natural Solutions

Trash Talk – More ways to save: sports & exercise

by | Apr 11, 2013

Golf – golf loses about as many new players as it attracts each year, so if you are just starting, buy used, and/or begin with a half set of irons. As you improve, you can add! Tennis – play outdoor, during daylight. Lighting a single tennis court can consume over...
Trash Talk – Flies Bugging You? Some Natural Solutions

Trash Talk – Ways to save: sports & exercise

by | Mar 25, 2013

The calendar says ‘Spring’ but will it ever arrive?!? When it does, here are some ways to save: sports & exercise Donate – your used sporting goods; contribute to a good cause, save resources, and delay adding to the landfill; plus a possible tax advantage Used...
Trash Talk – Flies Bugging You? Some Natural Solutions

Trash Talk – Do you file a tax return?

by | Mar 18, 2013

Do you know someone who files? (parents? friends?) e-file & direct deposit – please! It’s quick–and secure – get any refund due back from the IRS electronically, instead of waiting for a check to arrive by mail. Save paper & other resources, going &...