Dirt saver for soccer moms

Most family households seem to be on the "no shoes in the house" bandwagon. It saves a lot of cleaning and quarantines germs in the mudroom. Now, my kids are not into sports yet, but this product seemed like a very cool concept along the keeping-dirt-in-its-place lines. Cleatskins are slip-on cleat covers so when your kid is done playing (soccer, rugby, football, golf, whatever) they just slide these over their cleats and jump in the car. No grass, dirt and who knows what else in your car. The "unique rubber compound" appears to be similar to Crocs, but probably more malleable. They claim to also save your cleats from unnecessary wear and tear so they last longer. You can even throw them in the washing machine to sanitize them. They come in two styles and many colors so you can "express yourself." Oh so important for the tweens, I know! And, yes, in case you're wondering...they do come in adult sizes!

Eagles' green double entendre

With the Philadelphia Eagles just about to take the field for the Divisional Championship, I am proud to be a fan. But it's not just because of their success on the field. I'm very impressed with the green initiatives and commitment to educating fans about pro-environmental causes.

Here are a few of owner Christina Lurie's accomplishments that set the Eagles apart from other pro teams:

• Replaced 30+ tons of plastic by using bio-based cups, plates, utensils ,etc.
• Implemented energy-saving measures that cut Lincoln Financial Field's use by 33%
• Recycling of 19% of all waste generated
• Using renewable energy resources--100% run on wind energy, plus they have installed solar panels at NovaCare Complex to generate more power
• Encouraging fans to "buy a tree" in Eagles Forest
• Teaching people about achieving carbon neutrality

If an NFL team can do it and do it profitably, I must believe that more companies and organizations can follow suit. GO EAGLES!