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Love animals? Recycle electronics at the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo
Thu, Aug 25 2011 at 2:06 AM
Recycling your gadgets helps the planet and animals, too.
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Sat, Aug 13 2011 at 4:09 AM
Elementary school teachers needed to teach kids about clean Hoosier air.
Historic Wabash River gets historic clean-up by local volunteers
Thu, Aug 04 2011 at 2:53 AM
For the first time in history, the Wabash River of Wabash County gets a makeover.

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Thanks for reading and
Sun, Aug 12 2012 at 5:00 PM
Thanks for your great comments and for reading and posting.
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Sun, Aug 12 2012 at 4:59 PM
Thanks for your comments and for reading and posting!
You hit the nail on the head
Sun, Aug 12 2012 at 12:13 AM
You hit the nail on the head - I'm the one who is blessed!! I am so grateful to be their Mom!
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News from KarlaAkins's state

Drought deepens in South; Texas driest in century
Thu, Aug 11 2011 at 11:09 AM
The severe drought is credited to the La Nina weather phenomenon.
Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore: A user's guide
Tue, Aug 02 2011 at 8:03 AM
When you think of beach, Indiana may not spring to mind, but this area boasts plenty of uncrowded waterfront — and even views of the Chicago skyline.
Goat milk does a family good
Mon, Jun 27 2011 at 3:51 PM
Video: NBC's Mike Leonard visits the Jonas clan in Indiana, who credit their strong family bond — and values — to their ever-expanding herd of goats, the cornerstone of their family business.

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Karla Akins

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Karla is a young-at-heart grandmother committed to a better Earth for her grandchildren. For more than 25 years she has taught children the wonder of nature through nature study journaling. She is the author of O Canada! Her Story, Sacagawea, Jacques Cartier, The Pastor's Wife Wears Biker Boots (to be released in fall 2013) and several other novels. Karla makes her home in northeast Indiana where she enjoys riding her motorcycle through Salamonie Forest and the surrounding areas.

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KarlaAkins'S PLEDGES

  • I am going to do a chemical/toxin audit of my home
  • I will actually use my reusable bags
  • I will eat more meals at home
  • I will get my kids (and myself!) outside more this year
  • I will make my home more energy-efficient
  • I will read three environmentally themed books this year
  • I will recycle my old electronics & not throw them away before I buy any new gadgets
  • I will reduce my business-related carbon footprint by telecommuting (presented by iMeet)
  • I will support my local and green businesses this year
  • I will walk one place each week instead of driving there
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