ResilientRamblers

I can think about the four R's before making a purchase.  I can also consult with neighbors about trading unused items and food to reduce waste and the need to purchase new items.

Spending time with family laughing and creating fun memories is an important part of life that enriches your life. Creating more opportunities to have these fun times together is important. 

I have been prepping sweet potatoes! 

Supporting Local Farmers inspires me the most, it helps to build up local communities as well as reduce your carbon footprint!

Eating local and eating environmentally conscious are always food choices that do more good and less harm. Personally, I am vegan and I have been trying to utilize access to local farmers in my community through the farmers market hosted at the park. Going vegan is not something everyone can do, but occasionally eating produce grown locally...

Talking to my local farmers today at the farmers market allowed me to learn about the different certifications Missouri farmers can get to show that they don't use harmful pesticides on their produce and that they are taking care of the land they use. Being more aware of the impact the food you are buying has on the environment is a great...

Simply buying all new items is the least creative way to simplify, so creativity is required to go beyond what is easy or requires less time. Repurposing, trading, and second hand purchasing are ways to limit the consumption of new items.  

Voting is often our only voice, although the Electoral College is a threat to fairness within our voting system.  Educating ourselves on the voting issues, listening to others' perspectives and needs, civil disobedience, and altering purchasing habits are ways that can create positive change.

Wildlife and plant communities due to loss of habitat from land use change. 

Taking a walk each day has become a needed break from screens during this time of online learning, I have enjoyed walking around my neighborhood with my dog everyday