The next time my husband complains about how much clothing my daughters and I pack whenever we travel, I might just suggest to him that we take a Nakation. Yep – a clothing optional vacation destination! In fact, we could even kick things off by taking in the Nudist Clubhouse Nudist Expo in Las Vegas! Along with information about all kinds of all-nude resorts, apparently there will be clothing optional pool parties and grill outs at the expo (I hope the chefs wear aprons). Just think! No more worrying about accessorizing each outfit within an inch of its life! Nothing to pack besides a toothbrush!
All of which will either shut hubby up once and for all about my chronic over packing, or start him man-scaping in anticipation of our trip…..
If you thought all the stories about cows and methane gas were disturbing, you haven't seen - or heard, or smelled - anything! A new study claims that dinosaur burps and flatulence contributed to the greenhouse effect 200 million years ago! Research out of England claims that 570 million tons of methane came from dinosaurs. Yeah, suddenly the 100 tons of methane that today's livestock produce every year sounds positively pleasant. That having been said, warming from dinosaur gas back then is still dwarfed by today's human-made industrial carbon dioxide.
Did you hear about the guy from Las Vegas man who tried to sneak 115 iguanas into the U.S. from Mexico? No, not to sell as pets, but for cooking and eating. By humans. Yes, the "oven ready iguanas" (their term) – were beheaded, skinned, deboned (think chicken breasts)and packed in a cooler. The guy has been sentenced to two years in prison for illegally importing the reptiles. So although it's illegal here, apparently iguana meat is all the rage in Mexico and Central America. The little darlings are enjoyed in stews or roasted and served in tacos or flautas – who knew?
What were folks thinking when they named certain towns? Apparently giving random names isn't only for celebrities and their babies. USA Today recently shared a list of actual town names you may or may not have heard of – sure to make you smile and maybe scratch your head too!
Tightwad, Missouri
No Name, Colorado (Maybe that's their sign pictured here...)
Rabbit Hash, Kentucky
Elephant Butte, New Mexico
Chicken, Alaska
Nimrod, Oregon
Crapo, Maryland
Coward, South Carolina
Embarrass, Minnesota
Yum Yum Tennessee
Tomorrow, March 31st, you can be part of a worldwide observance – Earth Hour 2012! The World Wildlife Fund wants each person to know that, one person at a time, we CAN make a difference. It's super easy to participate! Just turn off your lights for an hour at 8:30pm tomorrow. Last year, more than 5,200 cities and towns in 135 countries switched off their lights for an hour. Earth Hour is a global effort to raise awareness about sustainability issues. This year, Earth Hour welcomes the addition of "I Will If You Will" on You Tube! To learn more and to watch cities around the world go dark as 8:30pm arrives, click here
New ammunition for you Moms out there – cleaning your plate is good for the planet!!! Yep - there's evidence that shows that your Mama's advice may help reduce food waste in landfills. It turns out that 30 to 50 percent of food produced in the world goes uneaten and that we Americans are responsible for tossing out 33 pounds of food each month. That's per person!!! Some simple math means that each of us throws out 400 pounds of food a year! Did you know that in 2010, 33 million tons of food waste hit landfills and incinerators? Food is the largest solid waste product in the system.
Experts say that people of all ages contribute to the problem, but that kids are the biggest (littlest?) perpetrators. A simple solution? Start your kidlets with smaller meal portions and give them more when they ask.
First there was Starbucks. Then they added drive thru windows. Next, you were able to buy bags of their coffee in grocery stores. Then Squaw Valley opened the fist ski-up Starbucks. And now, there's no need to even leave your house to have Starbucks coffee the way they make it. Yes, just in time for the holidays Starbucks plans to launch a new at-home premium single cup coffee machine called the Verismo System. Along with the machine, you'll get Starbucks drink recipes too. Barista not included….
A group of high school students in Roseville are hoping to get you vermicomposting. Yes, we're talking worms. The Woodcreek Nature Center is a 75 acre nature preserve in the middle of the city of Roseville, and right next to Woodcreek High School. Science students help maintain the grounds, and they lead interactive tours for elementary school students. The group also wants to help you put together your own vermicompost bin. Check out their website here
Wanna be part of something huge and worldwide, 5 bucks at a time? Check out www.everyonegives.org This is an amazing 7 day global effort to raise money for non profit organizations all over the world, 5 dollars at a time. The object is to go to the website, choose an organization that you like and donate 5 dollars to that group. Then - and this is key - tell two or more people to go to the website and do the same (make a donation and tell two people). One of my favorite movies is Pay It Forward, and this is a perfect example of that concept! I am on the board of an awesome, local non profit called The Me-One Foundation, which is fortunate enough to be one of the Everyone Gives organizations. The 7 day fundraiser runs through February 29th.
Donate to my efforts by clicking here. Big things can happen 5 dollars at a time! Thanks! Spread the word!
Be a part of the First Annual Me-One Foundation 80's Rock N Bowl on Saturday, February 25th, at AMF Rocklin Lanes, 2325 Sierra Meadows Drive, Rocklin. Every dollar raised goes to support Camp Challenge, a no-cost camp for families afflicted with cancer and in need of a place of joy and relaxation that refocuses them on living life, not fighting the disease.
Raising money has never been so fun for the entire family! Come bowl to your favorite 80's jams and dress in your fly 80's Rock N Roll attire! To join the fun and show off your gnarly bowling skills, we are requesting each bowler raise a minimum of $100, but anything above and beyond would be totally tubular! Prizes will be awarded for best costume, most money raised, and many prizes for the kids' bowling prowess. Sign up as a bowler and learn more about Camp Challenge at www.me-onefoundation.org
Weekdays 5am - 10am
The next time my husband complains about how much clothing my daughters and I pack whenever we travel, I might just suggest to him that we take a Nakation. Yep – a clothing optional vacation destination! In fact, we could even kick things off by taking in the Nudist Clubhouse Nudist Expo in Las Vegas! Along with information about all kinds of all-nude resorts, apparently there will be clothing optional pool parties and grill outs at the expo (I hope the chefs wear aprons). Just think! No more worrying about accessorizing each outfit within an inch of its life! Nothing to pack besides a toothbrush!
If you thought all the stories about cows and methane gas were disturbing, you haven't seen - or heard, or smelled - anything! A new study claims that dinosaur burps and flatulence contributed to the greenhouse effect 200 million years ago! Research out of England claims that 570 million tons of methane came from dinosaurs. Yeah, suddenly the 100 tons of methane that today's livestock produce every year sounds positively pleasant. That having been said, warming from dinosaur gas back then is still dwarfed by today's human-made industrial carbon dioxide. 
What were folks thinking when they named certain towns? Apparently giving random names isn't only for celebrities and their babies. USA Today recently shared a list of actual town names you may or may not have heard of – sure to make you smile and maybe scratch your head too!
Tomorrow, March 31st, you can be part of a worldwide observance – Earth Hour 2012! The World Wildlife Fund wants each person to know that, one person at a time, we CAN make a difference. It's super easy to participate! Just turn off your lights for an hour at 8:30pm tomorrow. Last year, more than 5,200 cities and towns in 135 countries switched off their lights for an hour. Earth Hour is a global effort to raise awareness about sustainability issues. This year, Earth Hour welcomes the addition of "I Will If You Will" on You Tube! To learn more and to watch cities around the world go dark as 8:30pm arrives, click 
New ammunition for you Moms out there – cleaning your plate is good for the planet!!! Yep - there's evidence that shows that your Mama's advice may help reduce food waste in landfills. It turns out that 30 to 50 percent of food produced in the world goes uneaten and that we Americans are responsible for tossing out 33 pounds of food each month. That's per person!!! Some simple math means that each of us throws out 400 pounds of food a year! Did you know that in 2010, 33 million tons of food waste hit landfills and incinerators? Food is the largest solid waste product in the system. 
First there was Starbucks. Then they added drive thru windows. Next, you were able to buy bags of their coffee in grocery stores. Then Squaw Valley opened the fist ski-up Starbucks. And now, there's no need to even leave your house to have Starbucks coffee the way they make it. Yes, just in time for the holidays Starbucks plans to launch a new at-home premium single cup coffee machine called the Verismo System. Along with the machine, you'll get Starbucks drink recipes too. Barista not included….
A group of high school students in Roseville are hoping to get you vermicomposting. Yes, we're talking worms. The Woodcreek Nature Center is a 75 acre nature preserve in the middle of the city of Roseville, and right next to Woodcreek High School. Science students help maintain the grounds, and they lead interactive tours for elementary school students. The group also wants to help you put together your own vermicompost bin. Check out their website 
Wanna be part of something huge and worldwide, 5 bucks at a time? Check out 
Be a part of the First Annual Me-One Foundation 80's Rock N Bowl on Saturday, February 25th, at AMF Rocklin Lanes, 2325 Sierra Meadows Drive, Rocklin. Every dollar raised goes to support Camp Challenge, a no-cost camp for families afflicted with cancer and in need of a place of joy and relaxation that refocuses them on living life, not fighting the disease.
