Look, I know it’s not their fault, and maybe I am reading more into their body language than what is really there but… Still, it is hard to totally dismiss the deep sighs, the rolling of the eyes, the wide-eyed looks, and the downright ignoring of my request. The cashiers at the grocery store seemingly... Continue Reading →
From Plastic to Less Plastic
My daughter uses reusable plastic containers for her shampoo, conditioner, and body soap. They come in medium-sized baggies of moderate thickness. Each is full of products and capped with a twist top. They come with a return addressed envelope. When you have exhausted the contents, you simply place them in the brown envelope and return... Continue Reading →
From Plastic to Recycling Bin To????
Out of sight, out of mind. Compartmentalization. Only dealing with variables that are under your control. Rationalization. Photo by Nu00f6el Puebla on Pexels.com These are just some reasons we don’t run around all day, pointing out all the problems we see in the world around us. We know we’re burning fossil fuels and producing vast... Continue Reading →
From Oil to Plastics to more Plastics and even more Plastics
From the title, you can tell that this article contains some troubling news. Still good to look trouble squarely in the eye before we go on with our lives completely oblivious. Worst news, first news. Plastic does not decompose. Plastic does not biodegrade. Come on, I’ve seen the news reports that claim plastic bags decompose... Continue Reading →