Earth Hour 2008 is coming to a city near you!!  In Monday's Arizona Republic, there was an article about Earth Hour, which is being celebrated at 8 p.m. Saturday, March 29th, in cities all around the world.  At 8 p.m., participants will unplug and turn off any and all electronic and electrical devices; televisions, computers, lights, radios, IPods, everything.  The idea is to show people that we can make a difference, even if it's only for one hour.  I, for one, have signed up to participate in this activity, and I encourage everyone to join me.  Mayor Phil Gordon of Phoenix has indicated that the City will cooperate with businesses in the downtown area to make Earth Hour a reality.  In Chicago, landmark buildings, such as the Sears Tower, have agreed to turn off their lights for one hour.

it's only one hour, but it can make a difference.  Come and join me.  For more information, please go to www.earthhour.com. 

Kermit the frog on Sesame Street sang:  It's not easy being green.  That song keeps repeating in my mind, but I sing "It's Easy to Being Green!!  i just bought a new 2008 Toyota Prius, picture below, and I'm really enjoying this car.  I'm not a car person.  Give me something with 4 tires, a steering wheel and a back seat and I'm fine, but this car has captured my attention.  I began researching the Prius in 2006 and when I would see an owner, I'd ask them:  "how do you like the car?  Without exceptions, the owners were enthusiastic; some looking to purchase their 2nd Prius.

Since I use this car for real estate, as well as personal, I needed a hatchback, because I haul plants and trees.  I'm a gardener, as well as a realtor.  The back seat in the Prius is very roomy.  The driver amenities are huge!!  I have a back-up camera, so I have no excuse for hitting something as I back up.  The temperature controls are on the steering wheel, as well as the volume for the stereo/cd player.  The steering wheel is just the right size; but BEST OF ALL, I'm averaging over 50 miles per gallon of gas!!!  I am so impressed with this vehicle.  i sound like a commercial, and I don't mean to, but for anyone who'se looking for a great, economical, roomy car, check out the Prius.