laine Bullard
10/28/2020 10:41 AM
Cut out my Pepsi - get that sugar out of my life - I am working on it
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Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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laine Bullard 10/28/2020 10:43 AMGave me much needed direction during the Covid time - gave me a challenge and something to look forward to that was good for me and the environment. Hate to see it end! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Buy From a Farmers MarketWhat is one food choice that you make, or could make, that would do more good and less harm?
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laine Bullard 10/28/2020 10:40 AMLearning something new each day! Feel like I am making a difference -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Plant an Herb GardenConsider the ways you can garden: a plot of land? a patio container? hanging basket? windowsill gardens? What would work best for your living situation and lifestyle?
laine Bullard 10/28/2020 10:30 AMI plant a small "salad garden" - everything I enjoy in a salad right at my finger tips. Always fresh - I feel productive - my friends love it! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Heat and Cool NaturallyWhat are other ways you could use the power of the sun to reduce your own environmental footprint?
sherri medley 10/28/2020 10:23 AMI love the natural air, so the less heating and cooling I do, the better I feel. And the more money I save, the more I like it! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Find Local Recycling DepotsOur ability to recycle certain things ebbs and flows based upon many factors, including market demand for recyclables. Luckily there are places that accept uncommon things to recycle or dispose of in a less harmful way. What did you find when looking for places to recycle items that can't be recycled in your curbside bin?
sherri medley 10/28/2020 10:22 AMI found a drug and plastic container recycling facility. Also an electronics facility and have used both to dispose of things that otherwise can't be recycled -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Learn About & Practice Sustainable FashionHow can you express your personality, creativity, and values in ways that don't require fast fashion or buying more clothes and accessories?
sherri medley 10/28/2020 10:20 AMKnowing how to sew has help me do this. Adding or cutting off buttons, designs etc has expanded my wardrobe considerably. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Switch to Cold WaterWhat do you plan to do with the money you save from making more energy efficient choices?
sherri medley 10/28/2020 10:18 AMMost detergents and soaps are now made for cold water usage. Savings will go to my savings!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Use a Reusable MugMaybe you've heard how good it is to switch from a single use coffee cup to a reusable one, but it's just hard to make the switch. What stands in your way of making this a habit? By identifying the challenges, you can begin to work through them to have better success in taking this action. Knowing the difference you are making, how does it make you feel?
sherri medley 10/28/2020 10:17 AMI have a cabinet full of mugs. Great choice to make me better at using them.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Find Local Recycling DepotsOur ability to recycle certain things ebbs and flows based upon many factors, including market demand for recyclables. Luckily there are places that accept uncommon things to recycle or dispose of in a less harmful way. What did you find when looking for places to recycle items that can't be recycled in your curbside bin?
SCOTT BARANOWSKI 10/28/2020 7:45 AMOur county has local full-service and self-service recycling centers that are available for residents to use. I found one of each near my home.