Community Team

Fall is an excellent time to step out and enjoy nature. Going to make the most of it while it lasts.

I don't eat meat, but eating vegan is challenging. Vegan challenges me to break with eggs and cheese.

Being a part of a Buy Nothing group has helped me get rid of things I no longer need, and I get to acquire new things as well that I may need.  I highly recommend finding a Buy Nothing group in your neighborhoods!

Growing a lot of fruit and vegetables at home and seed saving for the next seasons crops helps or alternatively buying locally.

It is surprising, how much food is thrown out. I'd rather this money went to food banks or charitable organisations to assist those in need or education programmes to help inspire and encourage families and communities to grow their own fruit and vegetables. 

During the July Plastic Ecochallenge I learnt a lot about soft plastic recycling and microplastics which I wasn't aware of.  I recall the shock and dismay at suddenly seeing plastic in many of the products I purchase. Since then, there's been moments of surprise and delight seeing some brands remove or significantly reduce their plastic...

Alot more conferences are hybrid these days providing the option to attend in person or the virtual experience. The virtual experience allows for a wider audience to connect with the added benefits of saving on travel times and costs while reducing your carbon footprint. 

Mended a few item items of clothing and have several garden tools soaking to remove rust.   

Halloween coming up are we going to buy new or used? We know most of the stuff will be sitting in our storage for another year.

While I did not make a food donation during the course of this challenge, I will be participating in an organized food drive for the community starting next week.