Kermit the Frog used to sing "it's not easy being green" but even he would be pleased to see how important it's become to be "green".
Green is definitely the new hot issue. And in support of the "green movement", I would like to bring a great organization to your attention.
It's the Freecycle Network.
The Freecycle Network mission statement.
Our mission is to build a worldwide gifting movement that reduces waste, saves precious resources & eases the burden on our landfills while enabling our members to benefit from the strength of a larger community. (From the Freecycle Network website www.Freecycle.org).
This is a terrific online community that gives members the opportunity to "gift" various items they no longer want or need to other members of the group. How many times have you put something at the curb that was completely usable but you didn't want to have to try and sell or keep stored somewhere until the next yard sale? All you have to do is "offer" your item to the group and someone (usually more than one person) will respond to request your "gift". You can also post a "wanted" request for an item you need but don't want or can't afford to purchase new. I have seen members gift clothes, toys, books, furniture, firewood, computer equipment, appliances and even vehicles.
This is also a great way for home sellers to get rid of their excess belongings to better stage their home and to reduce the amount of things they have to move. And for new home buyers, it's a great place to find some much needed items for your new home (maybe a gently used sofa, dining room table or even a refrigerator).
And the beauty of all this is not only are you keeping things out of the landfills, you are helping out other people!
To be a part of this wonderful community, just go to www.Freecycle.org, find a group in your area and join!
And remember, at the end of the song even Kermit was singing
I am green and it'll do fine, it's beautiful!
And I think it's what I want to be.
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