I have never smoked, yet I come home to an apartment that smells of cigarettes simply because my neighbors smoke. I have a HEPA filter, but it doesn't completely remove the smell.

Obviously we purchase items from China and other trade partners that pollute because the prices are so low for the products. Would a protective tariff on such goods discourage domestic consumption and encourage the offending nation to clean up its act?

I want to grow some blackberries, blueberries, raspberries and strawberries in central Texas. I was wondering if any particular types are better than others for this area? I'm pretty sure we are Zone 9.

I've read a few artciles that suggest cargo ship instead of air plane for overseas travel. With newer more fuel efficient models of air planes comign out and with all that large ships spew out in the ocean, can this really be a better choice/

What herbs are you planning on this year? Are you planning on any for reasons other than cooking?

Given the current economic crisis, are you still buying organic food or have you switched back to cheaper alternatives?

I imagine I'm thinking in terms of classic cases like the spotted owl versus deforestation or eliminating wolves mountain lions as our habitat extends into theirs.

I have been lactose intolerant for years, so I worry about calcium intake. I have heard mixed opinion about non-dairy sources. Leafy greens containing calcium, for example, also contain oxalic acid, which is said to leach calcium from you.

Do you concsiuosly try to reduce your footprint and check your emission rate everydday or is it just something you know about but do not really practice.

I have heard how mineral make up is actually far better that the chemical cosmetics for our faces and the enviroment...has anyone tried them?