here's to my first GREEN entry! a picture is worth a MILLION words.when i talk about leading a socially responsible existence, it includes sharing ideas and allowing others to inspire me. these things are true:
1. the older i am, the less i know.
2. sometimes i over think and drag my feet.
3. not today.
i am excited to share some thoughts/values/ideals that i am attempting to incorporate into my little family (hoping to positively influence the sweet spirits that grace my home). we try to live SIMPLE - be HUMBLE - and enjoy QUIET moments. in order to make this happen, we attempt to parallel our lives to that which is NATURAL. we value all that our HEAVENLY FATHER has given us, including the earth and the creations therein. healthy living includes honest living. my plan is to be honest and share what evokes real emotions. i am not here to impress. rather, my entries may be more of a therapeutic tool as i attempt to make sense of my LIFE.
i love lists, and this is mainly how i function on a daily basis. what can i do tomorrow to make my home a greener and healthier place for the residents scampering about? here are a few for me:
1. unplug chargers and appliances when not in use - including the computer!
2. time to empty the mixed paper recycling bin (very full!)
3. return children's dvd to the library (i am so glad we didn't purchase this one! renting is free and then i can take it back, never to re-enter my home again!)
4. leave the television off and spend at least one hour reading with the girls
5. enjoy some time outside, along the river. the equation is as follows: gained energy for myself + exhaustion for the children = a happy night's sleep!
6. remember to take my reusable cloth bags to the grocery store for a few needed items (WINCO gives $.10 credit per bag that you bring along with you!)
7. clean out the fridge and let ella take the unwanted plastic, glass, and aluminum containers to their appropriate recycle bins.
that ought to keep us busy! for more green ideas, check out these links: http://www.nyc.gov/html/planyc2030/html/greenyc/greenyc.shtml
http://www.kndu.com/Global/story.asp?S=6621067&nav=menu99_8_14
