Celebrate a "green" Valentine's Day!

Here are some great ideas I found at www.greenlivingtips.com to help you "green" your Valentine's Day!

- Purchase cards made from recycled or tree-free paper.

- Consider sending an e-card instead using one of the many quality services around.

- Look for fair trade and/or organic chocolate.

- Choose organic and/or locally grown flowers.

- Make a donation to an environmental organization on behalf of your loved one.

- If you wish to give jewelry, consider pre-owned or purchasing from jewelers who are certified to be sourcing precious metals and gemstones in an ecologically responsible way.

- For clutter-free gifts, buy the person a gift certificate for a massage, naturopath, or spa.

- Arrange dinner at a local restaurant specializing in organic or locally grown food. Eating locally cuts down on food miles.

- Go for a hike, visit a park or book a weekend retreat in a wildlife reserve, park or natural area. Your business will help support the running of such establishments.

- Give natural perfumes and fragrances, or essential oils. Popular mainstream fragrances are chemical cocktails. By buying natural fragrances, you'll be showing you not only care for the environment, but the person's health.

Here's a good one for the guys - instead of buying a card, make one using recycled or natural materials :). It's pretty unique when you think about it; after all, how many guys would go to that trouble? I reckon you'll score incredible points with that one as long as your wife/girlfriend has a green streak ;).