It's Earth Day!

What does it mean to you?

A 7 year old in my carpool told my daughter..."Hey, Thursday is Hippie Day, what are you wearing?" So Earth Day is now dress like a Hippie Day, hmm. Funny how kids and people relate things and events. The whole car chimed in and talked of tie-dye clothes, peace symbols, then what kind of shoes did hippies wear? I guess everything is relative and awareness is the common link. Interesting how peace symbols and tie-dye clothes are very fashionable right now. All products, hotels, fabrics are going "Green." Some may argue it is all a marketing ploy, but it feels good to buy recycled items and non-harmful cleaners.

Whatever, however you choose to celebrate Earth Day, be mindful of the little things we can do to help make our earth and the world around us cleaner, safer and happier.

It is fun to recycle - let your kids see you saving cans and washing plastics.

Refill eco-friendly plastic, aluminum, or stainless steel water bottles instead of reaching for a new plastic one each time you are thirsty.

Carpool, not only to school but wherever you are going.

Use energy efficient light bulbs.

Keep your re-usable grocery bags in your car and use them in all stores.

Little things mean a lot and if we all do something, we are helping to create a brighter tomorrow for us, our kids and their kids. Enjoy Earth Day - if nothiong else, be mindful.

Remember all attending classes today receive free Sol Pedal water bottles. Use them!