Go "Green" This Valentine's Day :)

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, so I thought I'd post some resources for those of you who'd like to be a little "greener" this holiday. :) 

1.)  Chocolate:  Instead of buying the usual Hershey's--or even See's or Godiva--chocolate this year, please consider buying fair trade and organic chocolate.  Sure it costs a bit more, but it tastes a whole heck of a lot better and it's better for people and the planet.  Brands I love:  Endangered Species, Equal Exchange, Divine, Dagoba, Green & Blacks (organic and almost-fair-trade)  And, for those of you (like me) who'd like vegan chocolate, check out these local (yay!) fair trade vegan chocolate companies:  Wingnut Confections, Missionary Chocolates

2.)  Flowers:  If you can't buy your loved one local flowers from your nearby farmer's market, here is a great online company to buy them from: Fair Trade Certified Flowers

3.)  Cards:  If you aren't up for making your own Valentine's cards this year, but want to save some trees and some money, think about sending an e-card.  My faves: Care2, The Nature Conservancy, E-Cards, Jane Goodall Institute

4.)  Jewelry:  Awesome fair trade, recycled jewelery (and more!) can be found at these great sites: Global Exchange, Greater Good


Happy Almost-Valentine's-Day! 
Emily