Earth Day: A New Eco-Year
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I was reminded today that Earth Day is coming up. According to Wikipedia, this day is “intended to inspire awareness of and appreciation for the Earth’s environment.” Earth Day is one of my favorite days of the year. I like to think of it as another new year—an eco-year—a time to make resolutions for the new year ahead on what I can do for the Earth instead of myself.
“Oh man, another list,” you say? Well, I like the moderation rule for everything, so just like your new year’s resolution list, let’s start small.
There’s always the main three on my list that I use as guides: reduce, reuse, recycle. I’m an avid recycler and am always reducing somehow. But for the reusing rule, I have to practice a little more. So to satisfy that one, on my next grocery shop I’m going to purchase some reusable grocery bags. It’s surprising I haven’t yet jumped on that one, but there is definitely no time like the present.
There’s nothing saying that you can’t just appreciate the Earth for all its splendor and beauty by taking a walk on a forested trail or even planting a tree, so get creative with your list. Think earthy! Just remember with any resolution or to-do list: start small, go easy on yourself, and always recognize what you’ve accomplished.
Have fun!
~Amanda~
