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Marilee McInnis
My dad was in the Navy, so I moved 17 times growing up and attended three different high schools – I loved it and it made me incredibly adaptable, but with itchy feet. I’ve visited every state and hit most of the national parks. I’m passionate about travel, learning, dogs, the environment, books, macadamia nuts, and my family.
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Going Green: Getting Ready for Winter
By: Marilee McInnis 
Nov 30 2010
Though winter doesn’t officially start until December 21, it’s already pretty cold around most of the country. Here are some quick tips to get ready for “official” winter:
• Check the air pressure in your tires. Cooler temperatures lower tire pressure, which lowers fuel efficiency.
• Make sure furniture and obstructions are away from vents to allow the heat to flow freely through the house... read more
Going Green: Gobble Green this Thanksgiving
By: Marilee McInnis
Nov 22 2010
Gobble, gobble! Have a delicious and green Thanksgiving with a couple of easy steps. You can really make it a spe¬cial occasion by using cloth napkins, table cloth, real dishes, and silverware. This will reduce waste while creating a beautiful memory. A couple of other reminders are to use reusable shopping bags when heading to the grocery store to shop for the delicious meal, look for... read more
Going Green: Ways to Reuse Plastic Bottles
By: Marilee McInnis
Sep 29 2010
I love new uses for old things as a way to reduce and reuse, and I have run across a couple of good ideas regarding plastic water bottles. Of course, metal or refillable water bottles are the best to use whenever possible, but if you have a plastic bottle, here are two great suggestions:
1. If you are heading out of town, keep your plants alive and hydrated by filling the bottle with water... read more
Going Green: What To Do When You End Up With The Dreaded Plastic Bag
By: Marilee McInnis
Sep 15 2010
So, I went grocery shopping last night, and I am absolutely committed to using reusable bags. In fact, nine times out of ten, I forget the bags in the trunk of my car, so I just load the groceries back in the cart, sans bags, and then load them in my reusable ones once I get to the car. So, today's Green tip is to remind you that reusble bags are good for the environment and sturdier than... read more
Southwest Airline’s Green Plane Nominated for 2010 Innovation Award
By: Marilee McInnis
Aug 10 2010
Gary Kelly traveled to downtown Houston yesterday morning to attend the National Business Travel Association’s annual International Convention and Exposition. Gary spent time addressing a sold-out audience during a panel discussion about the prospects of business travel in 2011 and beyond; however, he wasn’t the only member of Southwest Airlines receiving attention that morning. The Southwest... read more
Going Green: It Saves You Green
By: Marilee McInnis
Jun 24 2010
I don't know about where you live, but here in Dallas, it already feels like summer. Below are a few great tips and small changes that will help you go green (reduce electricity usage) and save green (money) during the hot summer months:
• Keep blinds and curtains closed during the hottest parts of the day. It will help keep your house cooler.
• Turn off your A/C when you are not home or set... read more
Going Green--Solving Garden Problems with Beer
By: Marilee McInnis
Jun 02 2010
I am fond of beer—I even named one of my dogs Samuel Adams, after the Patriot and my favorite beer. But, recently, I have become fond of it for another reason: organic gardening! I don’t really have a green thumb, but I do like to have flowers in my garden.
After all the rain we have had here in Dallas, I have noticed a proliferation of snails and slugs! These little buggers eat leaves off... read more
Southwest Airlines New One Report
By: Marilee McInnis
May 19 2010
At Southwest, you know we like to be a bit of a mover and a shaker; ground breaking; a pioneer. Most people wouldn’t associate those words with something like a company report, but this year, they really do apply. We are very proud to introduce our 2009 One Report – a “year in review” report that focuses on our triple bottom line of Performance, People, and Planet. The One Report is just that... read more
A Very Special Photo Shoot at Southwest Airlines
By: Marilee McInnis
Apr 27 2010
Everyone knows Southwest has a well-deserved reputation for unparalleled Corporate Culture – that usually involves FUN, being a maverick, and doing whatever it takes. That was never more true than with a recent photo shoot with our Board of Directors for FORTUNE Magazine’s annual FORTUNE 500 Issue on newsstands now. Olga Romero and I led a cast of thousands - well, maybe not a thousand, but... read more
Southwest Airlines Employees and Green Tuesdays
By: Marilee McInnis
Apr 20 2010
Happy Green Tuesday.This week is a definitely a week to celebrate Southwest Airlines' environmental efforts, as it is Green Week and the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day on Thursday, along with National Volunteer Week. For the past two years, we've been providing Green Tuesday tips to our Employees on our internal website, SWALife. These tips are primarily sent in from Fellow Employees who share... read more
Latest LUV Mail
From: Cynthia Moynihan
Tampa,Florida
An Act of Kindness
May 20 2013
Going to an airport and getting on a plane and traveling to
unfamiliar territory takes on a whole new meaning when one...
