Waterloo Ontario

Child care is expensive.  Public transport is good in central areas, but outer city areas are underserviced. 

It's getting near the end of the eco-challenge that we embarked on. I hope you've all learned as much as I have. Things to carry forward into our lives.

It makes me realize that food is usually still good--although maybe not in its prime--after 'best before' date. So if it is discounted, it may be a good buy, provided I can use it soon.

Two walks today, on the first truly spring day.

I didn't realize dates would be blocked after a certain time, so  i missed the opportunity to record several challenges met. Iregretnot being able to honor my committment.

I am aware I buy somethings in larger quantities to try and save money. but am becoming aware that instead I should spend a bit more and buy the quantity I can consume or make plans to cook and freeze   the larger quantities before they reach the throwing out stage. 

Farmers were self reliant and ate what they raised, including livestock. There was abundance of meat . Hard labour used energy which was replenished with protein, which came mainly from meat sources.   Gradually I am changing my ways to enjoy new sources of protein and finding  I no longer feel the need to have meat on my plate in order to feel...

Sexual harassment, lack of employment opportunities (unequal treatment by employers).

Two short walks today, to look for snow drops, tulips, iris and other signs of spring.

Two short walks today, to look for snow drops, tulips, iris and other signs of spring.