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And The Winner Is… (’Use Less Plastic’ Challenge)
After a completely objective drawing (thank you to my son, Mikah), I am pleased to announce the winner of the ‘Use Less Plastic’ Challenge. Please join me in congratulating Sara! I will be sending her a 2.5 quart stainless steel mixing bowl.
This was a great challenge! I am very thankful to everyone who participated! Let’s [...]
Wrapping Up the Plastic Challenge
Even though the challenge I issued to myself and to others — Use Less Plastic — will be wrapped up tomorrow, I hope that what we’ve learned and done will carry on for much longer.
For myself, this challenge came at a good time. As many have echoed, using less plastic has been on my mind. [...]
Alternatives to Plastic for the Refrigerator, Lunchbox & Freezer
A great alternative to the ever-useful plastic baggie is wax paper and/or wax paper bags. Some wax paper is coated with a petroleum based product, and that is not the type to get. However, there is wax paper that is coated with paraffin. This article suggests the Natural Value brand. Wax paper and wax paper [...]
Use Less Plastic Challenge
I have had a goal to reduce my use of plastic products for some time. My four reasons for doing so are:
Plastics are a petroleum product, which pose financial, health, and environmental risks. Lessening our dependence on this commodity would be good for our families, our country, and the world.
I wish to save money by [...]
