Virginia Mason IPACTeam

Hope everyone is having a Happy Earth Day!

Walking in Seattle as a means to get from work to the bus is a necessity. Some of the hills are very steep and the sidewalks have no grip (smooth or become slick in the rain). Better shoes for this area is the most feasible solution because improving the sidewalks is costly venture. However, taking advantage of walking trails in and around the...

I have an older home with wall heaters. Not sure about replacing/upgrading these for more efficient heating options.

In just 2 weeks, we've already saved 7,365 plastic containers from outliving us in landfills & oceans. Thanks for your part!

I received this update today:  Of the 542 organizations participating thus far, VMMC is currently in 1st place for points earned (39,615) and most participants (457)!  I believe the easiest of the 88 challenges available on the site are the quick learning opportunities provided right through the Learn More buttons. Each of the challenge...

Can I tell you that riding the articulated bus is difficult for me? The seats recline too far and my knees hit the seat/partition in fron of me. When I choose to sit sideways, I get motion sick. No-win situation this morning. :-(

As a younger person I used public transportation because I did not have access to a private vehicle. Now I use public transportation because I don't want the hassles of driving in rush hour traffic. It takes just as long to get to and from work on the bus, but I arrive happier.

Brining leftovers for lunch is a good way to make sure I'm not wasting food and that I'm saving money as well.

I could go to a professional conference

it is a good time to clear my head