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Now celebrated in many countries throughout the world, Earth Day advocates awareness and appreciation of our natural environment. I remember how excited I was when this day was set aside in 1970 to remind us to "watch over" our precious natural resources, and to teach and promote natural, clean, and healthy ways to use these resources---without destroying the environment.

And this Friday,


I read an interesting article in USA TODAY last week. It talked about Americans trending towards smaller, smarter homes---homes that are more environmentally friendly, more energy efficient, and smaller; thus more affordable.

I have to say, this is not the first article I've read about this trend. I find it interesting---and somewhat predictable---that a movement towards smaller, more


Going green isn't just for new construction---just as tax cuts aren't geared toward the low and middle class any more. People of all incomes are using "green" initiatives to save money and for less negative effects on the environment. 

And now, with new tax cuts approved by Congress on October 3, the IRS is offering "bigger and better" tax credits for energy-efficient and