– this one starts off as a celebration and then it includes a reality check… a hard pill to swallow; my journey to sustainable living continues. Wow! Look how far I’ve come- a premature celebration. Yesterday I lived in a comfortable bliss, feeling proud of how much I have changed in just under a year. […]
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I have compiled a list of Zero Waste or Less Waste products and behaviors I have been implementing. Here are some places to start- I do lots of research and am only recommending things I truly believe are necessary, not all the extra ‘fun’ products that are only adding to consumption. I have included links as well, either to small shops or to Amazon. I am an affiliate with Amazon so it helps to monetize the site at no extra cost to you; none of these companies sponser me.
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After researching multiple reputable sources to include: The New York Times, DW, The Washington Post, BBC, The Carbonbrief organization, and GreenPeace International, I have collected information to share the COVID-19 impact on our climate crisis. While it is a short term positive effect, it is not a solution… CLEARLY. Still, there are some learning points we can take away from this pandemic. Before labeling me an optimist- read the post!
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After going on an ‘everyday’, nothing out of the ordinary, hike I feel a sense of pride. I notice my growth and the importance of challenging myself physically and beyond to grow. Life isn’t meant to be stagnant.
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I tackle a difficult subject- giving gifts and celebrating special occasions while also sticking to your values. Without pushing my sustainable practices on others, I find a solution that both parties enjoy- with the LEAST amount of ‘waste’!
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A quick read about an organization I back- a way to stay informed and get involved easily. An organization John Muir helped create.
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This post is a more in-depth look at composting- how to. If you aren’t ready to compost the Billboard post has a middle step- an easy alternative. Composting will prove easy though if you are ready!
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How to dispose food stuff. First, stop wasting food- buy only what you will eat. Eat leftovers… etc. Use all parts of what you can, make broth, cook scrappy. When you have food waste compost- or figure out if your municipility favors a garbage bin or the garbage disposal.
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From traveling in different countries, and being open to learning from other cultures, I adopt new habbits. This is one of my favorites- an ESSENTIAL in EVERY bathroom.
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A post about recycling- and the importance of KNOWING your local updates. Recycling is a business and what can be accepted changes- if you don’t do it right, you CONTAMINATE an entire truck.
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