“He’s really learning about ‘going green’ from school,” the mom remarked.  “They’ve got a big program about saving the environment.”

Many schools are emphasizing the “green” theme, including those where I do substitute teaching.  Youngsters are informing their parents and looking for ways to be green at home.

This is great, as long as it isn’t carried to extremes.  Parents have to take into account cost, time savings, and their lifestyle, as well as environment practices.  Sometimes you also can’t change all at once.  These practices have to be adapted gradually.

What’s going on in your household regarding “going green?” Have your children’s schools joined the “green team” in a sensible manner or to the extreme?

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Parenting for the “Green” Family

I have written before about my interest in sound and effective earth-friendly products and environmental solutions.

Behold, dear readers, the mother load of all things green in this week’s New York Times.

Your planning your wedding and you wanted the best Tuna for your sushi-themed appetizers flown in from Japan? “Fuggeddaboudit”…that would be an abuse of fuel.

(…a little detail which might work to your advantage when thinking about how to get your in-laws in from Stockholm.)

You’ve dreamed of Vera Wang designing your dress? Nope…think vintage.

The finest silverware to accompany your elaborate place settings? If you or someone you know is an environmentally concerned bride, not a chance…try potato-based biodegradable forks.

It takes diligent planning, and maybe the whole affair can’t be eco-friendly…but somethings, surely can…I would start with the invitations: tree bark anyone?

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Eco-friendly Weddings Have Arrived