LHB

I try to stay clear of single use items. There's a water bottle at my desk, reusable shopping bags in my car, and I've given up straws all together.

I've incorporated natural cleaning products into my weekly routine to eliminate the toxins in commercially prepared products. Vinegar and baking soda are a staple at my house.

Definitely more aware of reducing, reusing and repurposing things both at the office and home.

Luckily my husband works for Hennepin County and knows where all the drop off spots are for things that our curbside recycler won't take. Lucky me!

I plan to take stock of water that is wasted, especially through cooking and cleaning and research how I can reduce that use.

When I have the budget to re-landscape, I'm going to research local plants that require less water.  For every fixture I replace, I will choose a low flow fixture.

My biggest concern is the amount of water that goes into the manufacturing process and how our fresh water supply is affected by the manufacturing process.  Food packaging and takeout bags is a contributor to this problem.

You can get others involved by hosting a brown bag lunch and learn in your office.  You can contact your utility provider for any programs or information.

Part of life's mystery lies in the rising and setting of the sun...the miracle of the change of seasons.  How can we not respect this earth and all it gives us?

How I can best use my talents here on this earth!