Jack Johnson isn’t the only musician who cares deeply about the environment. But while the North Shore resident spent the weekend headlining a two-day benefit concert, fellow singer/songwriter Sheryl Crow was getting herself involved in some drama with friend/filmmaker Laurie David.

Media reports over the next few days will likely focus on the dust-up Crow and David got into with Karl Rove.

But you’ll want to read the entries posted here by the dynamic duo. In this “Biodeisel Bus Blog,” Crow makes a few interesting suggestions for people looking to become a little more eco-friendly.

First, her innovative approach to using the bathroom:

“One of my favorites is in the area of forest conservation which we heavily rely on for oxygen. I propose a limitation be put on how many squares of toilet paper can be used in any one sitting. Now, I don’t want to rob any law-abiding American of his or her God-given rights, but I think we are an industrious enough people that we can make it work with only one square per restroom visit, except, of course, on those pesky occasions where 2 to 3 could be required.”

Wow.

Wait, it gets better:

“I also like the idea of not using paper napkins, which happen to be made from virgin wood and represent the height of wastefulness. I have designed a clothing line that has what’s called a “dining sleeve.” The sleeve is detachable and can be replaced with another “dining sleeve,” after usage. The design will offer the “diner” the convenience of wiping his mouth on his sleeve rather than throwing out yet another barely used paper product. I think this idea could also translate quite well to those suffering with an annoying head cold.”

Disposable sleeves! Great for those who want to blow their nose on their shirt! Why hasn’t anyone thought of this sooner?

And how about one more, just for good luck:

“It’s a reality show. (I feel pretty certain NO ONE has thought of this yet!) Here is the premise: the contest consists of 10 people who are competing for the top spot as the person who lives the “greenest” life. This will be reflected in the contestant’s home, his business, and his own personal living style. The winner of this challenging, prestigious, contest would receive what??. . . . a recording contract!!!!!”

Okay, so take it from Sheryl. Be sure you use no more than THREE squares the next time you’re doing some deep thinking on the porcelain throne.

Good luck with that…

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