maryellen reek

I will prepare meals at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.

I will use a rubber glove to remove pet hair from clothes, carpets and furniture.

I will plant a herb or vegetable garden using as little plastic as possible and to save from the plastic used buying herbs and veggies.

When available, I will purchase clothing made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.

I will only use reusable containers instead of single-use plastic storage items (such as plastic wrap, single-use sandwich bags).

I will recycle used contact lenses and packaging.

If possible, I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own travel cup.

When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.

I will replace my disposable razors with steel razors.

When I need to replace my dish soap, I will switch to a bar or refillable option.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will find secondhand sources for my pet's water/food dishes, collars or leashes.

If traveling, I will reuse my old travel tubes to refill with my soaps or only bring bar soaps with me in a TSA-approved reusable quart-sized bag.

I will only pack reusable cutlery, drinkware and tupperware-like containers in my children's lunches to reduce plastic waste.

I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.