ISLAND LIFE SHORTS
Nominate a woman who is creating a better world
Advertiser Staff
Sometimes, doing the right thing is as easy as logging on. Know a woman who does the right thing? Nominate her before Aug. 1 for the 2007 "Stand On A Better World" awards (www.StandOnABetterWorld.com). Judges include tennis great Billie Jean King and Deborah Roberts of "20/20." Winners will be chosen for local, national and global categories, and anyone can vote. Top honorees win $10,000 to $25,000 for charity.
SAVE THE PLANET
LIVE GREEN
"1001 Ways to Save the Earth" lists these green lifestyle tips:
No. 80: Buzz off: Keep flies away naturally with essential oils such as citronella, mint, eucalyptus and clove.
No. 288: Dry your dishes naturally: Save energy by switching off your dishwasher before the drying cycle. Open the dishwasher after the final rinse and the hot dishes will dry quickly on their own.
No. 509: Travel light: Take nothing but pictures. Leave nothing but footprints.
FINAL WORD
"I haven't been to a gas station in over four years. I drive on sunshine."
Paul Scott | of the advocacy organization Plug In America, who drives an electric car
