The Ditty Bag

I did this challenge in order to create more mindfulness around my consumption choices. I like to believe I lead a lifestyle around sustainability, but the truth is there is always new things to learn and be aware of. During this month I was reminded to take an extra moment to question needs vs wants, as well as how important it is to lead by...

Bought some wool dryer balls from the store today - hopefully the dogs won't get these.

Secondhand is a great option to find anything you're looking for. Even new clothes. 

I love making my own cleaning and personal products. For cleaning products, I like vinegar with orange. 

Team Ditty Bag would like to dedicate the remainder of our Plastic Free Ecochallenge 2022 to the Monarch Butterfly.  You may have heard that the Monarch Butterfly was added to the Endangered Species list meaning they are now in danger of becoming extinct.  While the Plastic Free Ecochallenge 2022 is a fun way to get folks involved, we need to...

Kitchen plastic waste is our trouble area. We had several cheese wrappers and cereal bags. Kitchen waste is where we can reduce trash the most, but it is the most difficult. 

Today I will be meeting with Representative Christine Palm (D), vice chair of the environment committee on zoom.  We will be discussing how to best prepare for the next congressional session.  I will be sure to ask Representative Palm about what we can do to best protect our planet at the state-level. More specifically, I will be asking how we...

Packaging from cheese is our biggest source of trash that we identified in the trash audit. Aside from not eating cheese (which is unlikely), there is not a great option for alternatives. 

I don't necessarily find bar shampoo less expensive than bottled shampoo, but I much prefer it. I've been using bar shampoo and soap for years, and it makes traveling a breeze. 

two ways:   -I'm now involved directly in improving community spaces in a care taking capacity -I gain an understanding of people in my community by seeing what gets discarded as litter