Was away with my extended family this weekend. Am embarrassed to say, they've all done a better job of "going green" vs our home. This Neutron Battery-Powered "smart" mower might help get us over the hump, especially -- as they wisely point out -- 17 million gallons of gas are SPILLED every year by people filling or TRYING to fill their mowers. A "smart" tractor & we're in ...

Other items in this DESIGN WITHIN REACH catalog also amazing. Related Blog: Green Daily

fundrace.huffingtonpost.com - Whom are the neighbors giving money to?

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THE ONLINE BUZZ

Get Your Viewers Up-To-Date on This Month's Hot Topics: The March Madness Craze, Celebrating St. Patty's Day in Eco-Friendly Style, Making the Most of what's in Your Fridge without Spending a Cent, and Spring Break Insider Travel Tips

The Online Buzz is an up-to-the-second report of the freshest online trends and activity. What topics dominate chat rooms right now? Whose hits are spiking or sinking on the online search charts? What is the hottest viral video? Fronted by Regina Lewis, Online Buzz keeps your viewers ahead of the curve on the best of the Web every month in a smart, upbeat segment.

Regina is available the first Wednesday and Friday morning of every month via satellite or tape from Dulles, Virginia . The Online Buzz currently airs in major markets including Atlanta , Detroit , Denver and Charlotte as well as on CNN Headline News.

Regina can customize your segment to cover topics dominating your market, in a personal and localized fashion. Custom tags and introductions are available by request. This month's topics options include:

· Manage March Madness. It's one the year's most anticipated online events and Regina offers up online bracket tips, the scoop on watching the games online and helps you balance work with your March Madness cravings.

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Five Easy Ways

to Go Green: With St. Patrick's Day just around the corner, Regina checks in with the greenest folks around, the editors at GreenDaily, for tips on going online to green up your life.

· Get Ready for Spring Break. Easter is early this year- March 23- so Spring Break is just around the corner. For those traveling, Regina has tips on getting through security fast, last-minute vacation planning and the most popular destinations. And, if your teenager is a Spring Breaker... Webcams so you can watch. How they work and why you might want to be careful what you wish for!

· Make the Most of What's in Your Fridge: Short on time at the end of the day? Regina tells you how to make the most of what's in your fridge or pantry to save serious time and money.

· Viral Video- See what everyone is watching this month! The cyberspace video we can't seem to get enough of. You won't believe the story behind the clip!

Regina Lewis, AOL Consumer Advisor, national TV contributor, tech-trend expert, knows the tips, tricks, secrets and shortcuts for making technology work. She is as an expert commentator for a wide range of national network and cable programs, including The Today Show, The View, Fox & Friends and weekly segments on CNN Headline News. The mother of three, she's been honored on Capitol Hill for her work in championing online kids safety.

Interviews made possible by AOL. Regina Lewis is a national television contributor appearing regularly on network and cable news programs. Find out more about Regina at www.reginalewis.com

www.techpresident.com – How the Candidates are Using the Web & How the Web is Using Them.
This site with a clever tagline tracks how the web affects the election, complete with running tallies of Facebook and YouTube popularity, as well as candidate website traffic. Lately, Obama is reportedly leaving Hillaryin the dust. This video could prove to be the TechPresident tipping point.

A new social-networking site is stirring up a bit of nostalgia in cyberspace. WereYouThere gives you a place to share memories of common experiences – from major events in history like Man Landing on the Moon, 9/11 or the assignation of JFK ... to lighter times like "Beatlemania," or Fashion Fads of the 70's. You can liven up your memories with photos and video and share them with friends and generations to come. This weekend my youngest son asked: "Mom, did you know any pilgrims when you were little?" He probably thinks I could really contribute to this site ... :) ENJOY.

Many of you may have heard me talk about www.blackvoices.com on the radio. Well-organized, thoughtful & timely, the editorial content provides a refreshing forum. Sometimes I visit the site, just to get a broader take on issues in the news. There's also some pretty eye-opening polls & no shortage of comments on hot-button issues. Today there's a social feature on Martin Luther King Jr. It's beautifully done & a few minutes on this impressive site, really helps serve as a reminder of his impact. You can read & listen to his speech. Now, in the era of online video, you can even watch it on-demand. Pull a chair over & let the kids see ...

"Service" seems to be one of those things -- if you instill in your children early enough -- becomes part of their natural orientation. I admire families who do this & think it's never too late to start. Here's a useful source: NetworkforGood.org lists hundreds of volunteer opportunities, searchable by location, organization or area of interest. There's even a feature for tracking your "volunteer record of service."

Everything featured on www.etsy.com is homemade -- from handknit blankets to handpainted furniture & handcrafted jewelry. E-v-e-r-y-t-h-i-n-g. Warms my heart. High-tech meets hand-crafted.

Here's a familiar name ... Goodwill. Have been going my whole life. Now, they have an e-Bay like auction site. Proceeds go to their venerable non-profit work. Can't think of a more affordable way to get your hands on some original art, used instruments, baseball cards & more while donating to important causes.

The recently launched www.disaboom.com is the brainchild of a Dr J. Glen House who graduated from medial school after a skiing accident left him quadriplegic. The concept is getting rave reviews.

Wondering what you can do in your everyday life to help the planet? Check out Green Daily. It's an earth-friendly blog with an adorable logo covering all aspects of green living from tips to product reviews, news & more. What's more green friendly -- hand-washing or dishwasher? Find out here ...

A dear friend brought this site www.me4kidz.com to our attention & am so glad. If ever there was a night to have a ready-to-go, fully-loaded safety kit at home & in your car, it was probably last night. Then again, if you have my son, it's everyday & night.

Developed by a female-owned & family-operated business & made in the USA, they're widely available nationwide. Just type in your zip code to find out where. In our area, they're available at Target, Toys R Us, etc.

"Clean it, Fix it, Back to Play" is their motto. I hear ya, sister;) Useful FAQ here, including how to order in bulk.

This is clever & getting a lot of buzz ... They've even got one for pets. Now, you're ALL covered.

As discussed on WSJ Radio this morning, am really impressed with the evolving role of cellphones & the Internet in emergencies. Having covered this angle around Sept 11 & the NYC Blackout + Katrina, it's striking to see carries effectively re-routing traffic; text messaging becoming a clutch application & blogs, the Red Cross "Safe & Well" database & even Twitter becoming real-time realities.

USA TODAY did a terrific round-up with some useful links:

Technology's pipeline becomes lifeline for fire victims - USATODAY.com

Planet Festo is dedicated to bringing people together to show beautiful images around the world in a ribbon-like album. Not just a site for pretty pictures Planet Festo asks everyone to pledge what they will do for mother earth. Take a look because there are some truly good shots & things worth shooting for ...

A group of Swiss Firefighters are burning up the Internet with a hit rap video. The idea came after local officials decided to change the number for directory assistance to begin with the numbers 18 ... Problem is, the fire department's emergency number is 118, leading to a huge spike in erroneous emergency calls. So, what better way to educate the public about the right numbers to dial? You got it ..... a rap video. Guess works in any language;)

In the video, featuring male & female firefighters, some are seen shaking their money maker in uniforms, while others are clad in hot pants ... Whatever gets the point across!

Check out the English translation here.