Consumerism

While discussing ways to reduce waste with my students this week, several told me they use paper plates daily for dinner. To them, they are cheap and don't have to be washed, apparently a dreaded chore. "What about a dishwasher?" I ask. Yes, they have one, but it's easier to throw away the plate. I had no response, except I did tell them that I felt sad inside.

The next day, one student, Kayla, brightly told me she has convinced her parents to start recycling the paper plates.

It's a start.

Sigh.

New Year Resolutions

One of my resolutions is to move more, so I signed up for the 100 miles in 100 days club here in Roanoke, VA. Hopefully I will do more, which if Dan and I continue to bike the greenway once it warms up a bit, it will be no problem. But, I am resolved to walk the trails here at home on days I do not ride.

Another is to reduce my waste. I struggle with so much plastic and wish more of it could be recycled, so I want to reduce the amount I purchase. I have found a site that has many ideas of ways to reduce our impact on Earth, so I am sharing it for any of you who may also be so inclined. Make good decisions for your health: physical, mental, and ecological!
Earth 911