I am very interested in green issues and thank you for this forum idea. As a new homeowner, it is easy to begin accumulating stuff. We try to think green before we buy anything (i.e., is there a more eco-friendly product line for this?, can we get this used?). We also use a human-powered push mower, (no gas, no electricity!) and a good old fashioned rake.
I am now looking into a local meat provider that delivers to Oak Park. Here is web site for more info: http://www.cedarvalleysustainable.com/. If anyone else is interested, please let me know.
Here is a book that might interest you: 50 Simple Things You Can Do to Save the Earth. You can go here to learn more: http://50simplethings.com/books.html
We would love to hear ideas from anyone else.
The Schnellers