The Atlantic forest in Brazil is considered one of the worlds most endangered tropical rain forests, with as little 7 percent of it's original area remaining! As we all know trees are quite literally the lungs of the earth, without their constant releasing of oxygen we would all be in trouble, what you may not know is that forests like the Atlantic also help regulate the earths climate and atmosphere. The Plant A Billion Trees Project plans to do just that...plant a billion trees in the Atlantic Forrest over the next 7 years, basically they are going to re-forest 2.5 billion acres of land. I write about charities every day and I can't think of one I've heard of that is more important than this amazing project! The facts are staggering, and so impressive, after the project is done 10 million tons of carbon dioxide will have been removed from our air, planting these trees will do the same thing as removing 2 million cars from the road!! I urge you to get involved with this powerful movement. One dollar equals one tree, so tell everyone you know! Plant a Billion Trees website.

This purse is a two-in-one deal. Made in Brazil of soft washed leather, the Dasher & Dancer Purse actually consists of a large shoulder bag and a much smaller one that are held together by large snaps. When attached, it gives the impression that the smaller bag really just makes up several front pockets on one main bag. When separated, you can simply select the bag that best suits your needs: small for going out in the evening and large for shopping/errands during the day. The purse would be a wonderful accessory on a vacation, where you are limited in number of bags you are allowed to carry, but might like to have more than one option when you arrive at your destination. Price: $578.

Ilha do Ouriço, off the coast of Brazil, is one of the more than 300 islands that are part of the Angra Dos Reis archipelago. What sets it apart from the other islands is that it has one of the top beaches in the world and is available to rent. The island has only 5 bungalows and a capacity for 10 people. The elevated, free-standing living room features many comfortable couches, a large dining table that sits at the water's edge and a glass floor that lets you peer into the water. The island is $30,000 per week. Is there any better way to get away for the summer than to go to a private island?

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