How to Build a House
The book was written by Larry Haun, a veteran supervisor of Habitat for Humanity projects. A percentage of the book’s proceedswill go to helping Habitat for Humanity continue its work.
How to Build a House – Book that Supports Habitat for Humanity
February 25th, 2008 · Amazon, Habitat for Humanity
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PursePal – Keep your purse secure and help a great cause
February 22nd, 2008 · Breast Cancer, Conservation, North Shore Animal League
Ladies (and guys with “man-bags”), here’s one of those great ideas that you wonder what you ever did without.
It’s an age-old question: what do you do with your purse when you go to a restaurant? Keep it in your lap all evening? Put it on the floor and risk getting it dirty or worse, stolen?
The folks at PursePal came up with this interesting little gadget that lets you actually hang your purse from the table, so it’s out of the way all evening, but never out of sight. You can get it for big bags or smaller bags. And with this particular design, a portion of your payment goes to the North Shore Animal League, an no-kill pet rescue and adoption organization on Long Island. The PursePal is available straight from the manufacturer’s Web site. PursePals are also available with special designs in support of conservation, cancer research, and more great causes.
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New Orleans Cookbook
February 18th, 2008 · Amazon, Habitat for Humanity
Tom Fitzmorris started the New Orleans MENU in 1977, a famous review of New Orleans dining. He is probably best known for his daily radio show called “The Food Show”. Born and raised in New Orleans, he understands the ins and outs of New Orleans cooking.
I got a chance to visit New Orleans a year before Katrina. I ate an ate and ate for three days. Beignets, crawfish, jumbalaya, gumbo, you name it. When the hurricane hit, I wondered how long before the city could rebuild itself.
The New Orleans Food Cookbook
The cookbook has over 225 creole and New Orleans staples. From some of the reviews, here are some dishes you can make yourself: Louisiana Seafood Pasta, Red Bean Soup, Redfish Herbsaint, Bananas Foster, Beignets, Shrimp Limone, Crab cakes, Jambalaya with oysters, Shrimp Remoulade, Redfish Herbsaint, Root Beer-Glazed Ham, and Cafe au Lait.
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Book for Animal Lovers – Rescuing Sprite by Mark Levin
February 15th, 2008 · Amazon, Animal Causes
Mark Levin is a radio personality in New York, as well as one of the nation’s top constitutional lawyers.
But this great book, Rescuing Sprite: A Dog Lover’s Story of Joy and Anguish
In 1998, the Levin family welcomed a half-Border Collie/half-Cocker Spaniel named Pepsi into their lives. Six years later, they adopted a friend, named Sprite, from the local shelter.
Sprite’s gentle and huggable nature endeared him to the Levins, and he and Pepsi were inseparable. But one day, Sprite collapsed and was rushed to the animal hospital. The book documents the highs and the lows as Mark, his wife, and his teenage kids were brought together by this little dog’s spirit. It’s an amazing and touching story of how a little dog can teach us so much. In Mark Levin’s own words, “in the end, we humans are the lucky ones.”
A portion of proceeds are donated to animal shelters.
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Charity Bouquets from Giftback.Com
February 11th, 2008 · Carol Baldwin Breast Cancer Research Foundation, Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, Giftback.com
I always love to check out Giftback.Com before a big holiday for gifts that give three times. First, your loved one gets a high quality flower arrangement or gift. Second, 10% of EVERY purchase on that site goes to a charity you choose. Third, this specific assortment of gifts donate an additional $3 to the specified charity.
Choose from spa baskets that help the Carol Baldwin breast cancer charity or the Christopher and Dana Reeves charity to help the paralyzed. Or, choose from some great rose bouquets or tulip bouquets.
You’ve only got a couple days to get something in time for Valentine’s Day, so hurry!
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The perfect Valentine's Day Gift for Guys – The Product(RED) iPod
February 8th, 2008 · (PRODUCT) Red, AIDS, Apple
Your search has ended. Here is the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for a guy. The Apple iPod nano (PRODUCT) RED Special Edition
Not only is the red color perfect for Valentine’s Day, it’s also in my opinion the nicest looking iPod out there. And you pay the same price for it that you pay for any other iPod.
This Valentine’s Day, give him a gift he’ll cherish forever. Or, get him to re-gift it back to you once your roses wilt away 🙂
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Valentine's Day Roses that Support the fight against Breast Cancer
February 6th, 2008 · 1-800-Flowers.com, Breast Cancer, Carol Baldwin Breast Cancer Research Foundation
Every guy in the world will be getting her roses on Valentine’s Day, but if you really want to impress her, get these Valentine Roses that Support the Fight against Breast Cancer.
These flowers are part of 1-800-Flowers’ “Fresh from the Growers” program. These flowers are sent directly to you from the grower’s farms, without going through a florist, so they’ll definitely be amazing.
Here’s a hint: get your roses delivered EARLY. So many people will be ordering flowers this Valentine’s Day that the earlier you get them delivered, the better quality your roses will be. The best bet is to get them delivered straight to you a few days early…you can open the box, arrange them, make sure they’re properly hydrated, and present them to her yourself!
The best thing about these roses, of course, is that a portion of your purchase price will go to the Susan Komen Breast Cancer Foundation for their efforts at fighting the disease and supporting survivors. As much as she’ll love her flowers, she’ll love even more that the fellow who gave them is making the world a better place.
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New York Giants Women's Pink Jersey
February 4th, 2008 · Breast Cancer, Foot Locker
Being a lifelong Giants football fan, I felt compelled to find an excuse to blog about the stunning 17-14 victory over the New England Patriots on Sunday.
This post was originally written in 2008, of course. At the time, they sold a pink Giants jersey, which went out of stock. But as of the time I’m updating this post in 2009, there’s a new stylish pink Giants jersey from Reebok available again at FogDog. Proceeds go to help victims of breast cancer.
For the lady Giants fan in your life, it’s a great way to celebrate the victory and help a great cause at the same time. It also makes a great Valentine’s Day gift for that special Giants fan in your life.
Go Giants!
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Red Flower Ceramic Tile Box from NOVICA
February 1st, 2008 · Novica
Have you ever heard of Novica.com
? This is an amazing online store, in association with the National Geographic Society, that provides a market for artists and artisans around the world. The brilliance of this site is that all products sold on it go to help others. You benefit because you get to purchase an incredible handcrafted piece of art that you would have otherwise had to travel around the world to get; and in appreciating their art, you help struggling artists in underdeveloped or developing nations build their lives.
Definitely surf the site for a huge variety of sculpture, painting, jewelry, handicrafts, and more. The item picture above is just one example. This
ceramic tile box was crafted in Brazil, and proceeds from your purchase go to benefit the Mei Mei Association, which has assisted 600 families, provided a nursery for 140 toddlers, and guided 260 children with assisted learning and provides medical care through the volunteer work of doctors, dentists, psychologists, and social workers.
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Blinking Bicycle Tail Light
January 29th, 2008 · Amazon, Bike Advocacy
Here is a great gift for the bicyclist in your life. It’s a Blinking Bike Tail Light
Last year, I made a determination to bike the 15 miles to work one day. I quickly found that New York roads and New York drivers weren’t exactly bicycle-friendly. At least two times, I nearly got sideswiped by trucks. I also nearly rode off the road because the shoulder of the road was crumbling.
Let’s just say it was something of a miracle that I didn’t end up as roadkill.
What’s nice about this flashing light is that it’s hard to miss. The flashing pattern is unique, and catches the eye. It’s durable, and will survive falling off the bike without shattering in a million pieces.
Best thing about it–25% of funds go to bike advocacy. The world needs more bikers, and bike-friendly roads. I always find it funny how people will pay $50 for a tank of gas, pay $50 to join the gym. Why not kill two birds with one stone–leave the car in the garage, bike to work, and get a free workout?
This tail light is sold by Planet Bike through Amazon.Com.
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