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For me, it starts with buying less. I try to think if an item is a want or a need item before I purchase it. I try to use up what I have completely before buying more or something new, and I try to acquire used items whenever possible, instead of buying new. When it is time to get rid of something, I will compost or recycle as much as possible...

Some days one just forgets to check-in!

I made a donation to Friends of UNFPA- "the United Nations reproductive health and rights agency"- to support "its mission to deliver a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person’s potential is fulfilled."

Beautiful spring day for a walk!

I much prefer to eat smaller portions for lots of reasons.  First, I don't get that uncomfortable "I ate too much" feeling.  2  I don't feel as tired after a smaller meal, especially in the afternoon at work.  3  I often eat for pleasure, not because I'm hungry, so I need to eat less overall anyway!

Let's get this challenge underway!

It is pretty easy to go meatless with South Indian cuisine. Yummy!

I'm a part of Mothers Out Front, a local group of moms and caregivers mobilizing to fight climate change for the future of our children.  The Eco-Challenge is a great way to learn more about all the things in our world that impact global warming so that we can start taking steps back in the right direction.  I'm looking forward to seeing the...