In case you still haven't been reminded, this Friday, March 28, 2009 from 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm, is Earth Hour. Let's help in saving the earth by switching the lights off for one full hour. It sounds very simple, but if millions of households and businesses all over the world would join in this movement, it would be a huge effort to save the earth.
It's the least we could do for our world...
Log on to earthhour.org for more information.
As previously expressed in my new year's resolutions, I'm [still] trying to live an eco-friendly lifestyle. And in the pursuit of living a "greener life," I bought two books that would hopefully serve as guides to becoming a true advocate of the environment.Honestly, it was a TV show that got me in this "going green" bandwagon. I chanced upon an episode of Living with Ed on the Lifestyle Network. I've always seen commercials of the show, but I never really understood what it was all about. All I knew was it's about an old man trying to recycle things. Obviously, there was more to it than just recycling. The whole show was about living a complete lifestyle - a lifestyle that could save the earth. Even before, I know I'm a nature lover, but I thought it cool to be able to incorporate habits in our daily activities that manifest environmental sensitivity. Oooh! Did I just coin a new term?
Anyway, since it got me interested in being more eco-friendly, I tried to research about it in the internet and so the Ed Begley, Jr.'s book Living Like Ed came up! I got excited and eagerly looked for it in bookstores. To cut the long story of a search for a 240-page book on living an eco-friendly life short, I ended up buying the last copy at Fully Booked Gateway.
I think I'm halfway through the book and I'm learning a lot of things. Ok, I skip parts of the book like stuff about radiators (Go figure! I live in the Philippines!), but I would have to say, it's one of my favorite books. It's very practical, informative and life-changing. I'm tempted to share the tips through this blog, but I'm afraid of violating any copyright laws. So far, my favorite is having "navy showers," to conserve water. For a person who enjoys taking showers, that really entails a lot of effort! I guess If I'm really into this, I have to get used to it.
I'd definitely recommend this to those who would want to give something back to the environment. Even if you're not the type who will go full-swing in living a greener life, following some of the tips will still make a difference in our world. Those little things, when brought together, will result to something big.
By the way, I also bought The Little Green Book of the Home: 250 Tips for an Eco Lifestyle by Sarah Callard. I came across this book at National Bookstore Trinoma when trying my luck to find Living Like Ed.
Christmas eve. Still have a list of last minute to-do's:
I wanted to include room clean-up, but with the things I have to do, I don't I can pencil it in. I'm sure you have an idea where I'd place work.
Hehehehe!
I
got to do two dishes for this entry’s Rest Day Recipes.
I’m trying meat-free dishes this time. First on the menu is Grilled Dory Fish.
It’s a simple fish dish. I
rubbed the fish fillet with mixed spices and grilled it while glazing it with
herbed butter. This dish is a
winner!
Got this recipe from AllRecipes.com. Unlike the first recipe, I decided to go with an appetizer-like recipe this time. It's a quick, easy-to-do recipe that is best paired with beer, white wine or cocktail drinks.
I made some modifications with this recipe from the site. I substituted paprika with ground red pepper and I used mint leaves instead of cilantro. I also added juice from a freshly-squeezed orange to balance the flavor. I'm happy it turned out great! It's delicious! I hit the jackpot with this one!
Since it's my rest day, I planned to do some cooking. I like searching the internet for recipes and try cooking them. This time, it's my own recipe and I'm thinking of posting it on my account on AllRecipes.com. In addition, I'm also entertaining the thought of making it a weblog staple. At least once a month, I'll try out a recipe and post it here.
This edition's recipe is Lemon Rosemary Chicken with Corn Rice. I wanted to put the recipe here, but it's still a work in progress. It's edible, though. Hehehe! I still have to control the lemon's kick and improve on the salt department. One thing's for sure - it smell's really good!
