Going Green

Solar Yard Lights

Several of my neighbors have private street lights for their driveway.  They look just like a regular street light but you pay the utility company $10/month for the power used.  Granted, the light source is […]
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The Rat Patrol

I love stories about animals. We often forget that this is their world, too.  Sometimes – many times! – they make this a better world for human beings, too. This particular post is about a […]
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An Amtrak Vacation

Tired of driving across America and seeing nothing but concrete and asphalt (bumpy roads!) ten boring hours a day?! Plan your next vacation on the railroad!  You’ll sit in a comfy cabin with unfettered views […]
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Mink Oil Magic

Mink oil preserves leather, waterproofs shoes, and is excellent for restoring faded, cracked, and worn vinyl and faux leather car interiors. Why spend three times as much for niche products that evaporate in a few […]
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Solar Watch

With the advent of smartphones, wearing a wristwatch seems old-fashioned. However, there are many situations when it’s not convenient to haul out a smartphone to check the time – most sports activities (e.g., if you […]