Guest guest Posted May 6, 2003 Report Share Posted May 6, 2003 Oh I know it is late. Here it is the 6th and Tuesday! But it just dawned on me I had forgotten to post this. So jump in, give a roll call and a quick answer to the question of the week when you have time. QOTW: What sort of eco things do you do now as a habit? [examples: recycle, products you use/don't use etc] My answer: I recycle and compost. I am also dubbed an official " eco-geek " by my kids for using those canvas shopping bags when I go to the store; sometimes to their delight, I forget them at home. *lol* feral aka PT the eco-geek loctaion: Oregon eco-geek Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 6, 2003 Report Share Posted May 6, 2003 I recycle, reuse bags at the store, turn off the water when washing hands/brushing teeth, sometimes don't flush the toilet (i know it's gross), take quick showers, don't have any grass in my yard to water (all xeriscaped), don't take sacks at the store when i can carry it, used to compost, need to figure out how to compost in the sand, bought a new house that was constructed with lots of insulation and an efficient heating/cooling system etc., donate used items to charity, don't buy extra items i don't need, purchase organic and non-genetically modified foods as much as humanly possible, donate money to causes, volunteer my time for eco-causes.....i'm an eco-freak myself, though I know there is a lot more i could do..... Feral <terebinthus wrote:Oh I know it is late. Here it is the 6th and Tuesday! But it just dawned on me I had forgotten to post this. So jump in, give a roll call and a quick answer to the question of the week when you have time. QOTW: What sort of eco things do you do now as a habit? [examples: recycle, products you use/don't use etc] My answer: I recycle and compost. I am also dubbed an official " eco-geek " by my kids for using those canvas shopping bags when I go to the store; sometimes to their delight, I forget them at home. *lol* feral aka PT the eco-geek loctaion: Oregon eco-geek Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 6, 2003 Report Share Posted May 6, 2003 Wow... see i do almost all of this too! I live in a condo so don't have much to do with the yard here. And i thought i didn't do much! I guess those little things add up. One of my favorite *low waste* products is the stone deoderant! I love that stuff and got a friend hooked on it too!! And people are always surprised when you say *i don't need a bag* at the store. If i'm taking a short trip to the store i ride my bike instead of drive. One thing that has helped me to *trim down* my belongings and curb my urge to buy is www.flylady.net She has great ways to declutter. And to keep it out also! peace nikki - Sheryl Arndt Tuesday, May 06, 2003 4:21 PM Re: QOTW: May4th-May10th I recycle, reuse bags at the store, turn off the water when washing hands/brushing teeth, sometimes don't flush the toilet (i know it's gross), take quick showers, don't have any grass in my yard to water (all xeriscaped), don't take sacks at the store when i can carry it, used to compost, need to figure out how to compost in the sand, bought a new house that was constructed with lots of insulation and an efficient heating/cooling system etc., donate used items to charity, don't buy extra items i don't need, purchase organic and non-genetically modified foods as much as humanly possible, donate money to causes, volunteer my time for eco-causes.....i'm an eco-freak myself, though I know there is a lot more i could do..... Feral <terebinthus wrote:Oh I know it is late. Here it is the 6th and Tuesday! But it just dawned on me I had forgotten to post this. So jump in, give a roll call and a quick answer to the question of the week when you have time. QOTW: What sort of eco things do you do now as a habit? [examples: recycle, products you use/don't use etc] My answer: I recycle and compost. I am also dubbed an official " eco-geek " by my kids for using those canvas shopping bags when I go to the store; sometimes to their delight, I forget them at home. *lol* feral aka PT the eco-geek loctaion: Oregon eco-geek Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 6, 2003 Report Share Posted May 6, 2003 Funny you mention bags at the store and dirty looks. I have had them put my item in a bag, then I said I didn't need one and they threw it in the trash!!! Kids......I have tried that stone deodorant stuff too, but it doesn't work well for me. good karma <karmacharmer wrote:Wow... see i do almost all of this too! I live in a condo so don't have much to do with the yard here. And i thought i didn't do much! I guess those little things add up. One of my favorite *low waste* products is the stone deoderant! I love that stuff and got a friend hooked on it too!! And people are always surprised when you say *i don't need a bag* at the store. If i'm taking a short trip to the store i ride my bike instead of drive. One thing that has helped me to *trim down* my belongings and curb my urge to buy is www.flylady.net She has great ways to declutter. And to keep it out also! peace nikki - Sheryl Arndt Tuesday, May 06, 2003 4:21 PM Re: QOTW: May4th-May10th I recycle, reuse bags at the store, turn off the water when washing hands/brushing teeth, sometimes don't flush the toilet (i know it's gross), take quick showers, don't have any grass in my yard to water (all xeriscaped), don't take sacks at the store when i can carry it, used to compost, need to figure out how to compost in the sand, bought a new house that was constructed with lots of insulation and an efficient heating/cooling system etc., donate used items to charity, don't buy extra items i don't need, purchase organic and non-genetically modified foods as much as humanly possible, donate money to causes, volunteer my time for eco-causes.....i'm an eco-freak myself, though I know there is a lot more i could do..... Feral <terebinthus wrote:Oh I know it is late. Here it is the 6th and Tuesday! But it just dawned on me I had forgotten to post this. So jump in, give a roll call and a quick answer to the question of the week when you have time. QOTW: What sort of eco things do you do now as a habit? [examples: recycle, products you use/don't use etc] My answer: I recycle and compost. I am also dubbed an official " eco-geek " by my kids for using those canvas shopping bags when I go to the store; sometimes to their delight, I forget them at home. *lol* feral aka PT the eco-geek loctaion: Oregon eco-geek Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 6, 2003 Report Share Posted May 6, 2003 " Feral " <terebinthus> wrote: > QOTW: What sort of eco things do you do now as a habit? > [examples: recycle, products you use/don't use etc] I never feel like much of a tree-hugger, but everyone " accuses " me of being one. I recycle. I used to compost, when I had a garden. I drive, but I drive a fuel efficient car, and whenever possible I encourage the bf to leave his big gas guzzling truck at home so we can take my little econobox. What else? I refuse a bag if I don't need it, and choose paper over plastic when given the option. And I reuse the plastic bags that do make it to my house. What else? I buy organic when I can , and choose minimally packaged products whenever possible. I use an electric lawnmower because I can't stand the thought of the pollution from a gas mower. Mostly, I just try to be conscious of the little things that I can do that might make a difference, without greatly inconveniencing me. When its appropriate, I point those things out to other people in my life as well. -- Sherri " It isn't the big pleasures that count the most; it's making a great deal out of the little ones. " - Jean Webster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 6, 2003 Report Share Posted May 6, 2003 An electric mower?? cool! I had a rotary mower [human powered] when we had a house years ago.....had planned on getting one again, since we are back in a house, but the 'in-laws' bestowed upon us a gas one........[how could I say no? They don't like me as it is!!] I ask for paper bags when available. I re-use both the paper and the plastic bags. I didn't have access to recycling before moving, but will start it now......did years ago, tho~ in the old house. And I just spent some time a day or so ago, looking at sites online on composting! So, maybe soon. ~Pixx On 6 May 2003 at 20:31, Sherri wrote: > > I use an electric lawnmower because I can't stand the thought of the > pollution from a gas mower. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 6, 2003 Report Share Posted May 6, 2003 I forgot to add that I also drive a fuel efficient car and combine my trips as much as possible. I also recently moved to Albuquerque where grass is more of a luxury than a necessity and was ever-so-pleased when I bought a house with NO GRASS!!!!!!!! SO, one of the most eco-friendly things I did was to get rid of my lawnmower all together and not mow and not water anything!! I also planted cacti, yuccas, and other desert plants in my yard so I don't have to water them!Paper vs. plastic bags.....the debate is actually out on that one as to which has more environmental impact. When I worked several years ago at Wild Oats, we had both bags and the word was that the paper bags were worse for the environment as they are heavier and you can't put as many on the supply trucks, so bag for bag they take more energy to transport. Of course, the plastic bags are made from petroleum by-products and aren't as recyclable. The best answer on bags is to use cloth ones or reuse the ones you have. So, that is what I do the majority of the time.Composting....I did this religiously at my old house in Kansas City where I had a lawn and topsoil and it actually rained. I have nothing but sand now, no topsoil and very little rain and things don't seem to decompose as well in the sand. I haven't yet done anything about this yet in my new house except to dig a small hole and put a few rotten potatoes in it. I need to keep adding to it. I would prefer some type of self-contained barrel thing to put the compost in and something that would allow me to turn it easily. Of course, I need a few dollars before I can purchase such a thing and I know Gaiam sells them. If anyone has any other ideas, please let me know! Sherri <sherria wrote: " Feral " <terebinthus> wrote: > QOTW: What sort of eco things do you do now as a habit? > [examples: recycle, products you use/don't use etc] I never feel like much of a tree-hugger, but everyone " accuses " me of being one. I recycle. I used to compost, when I had a garden. I drive, but I drive a fuel efficient car, and whenever possible I encourage the bf to leave his big gas guzzling truck at home so we can take my little econobox. What else? I refuse a bag if I don't need it, and choose paper over plastic when given the option. And I reuse the plastic bags that do make it to my house. What else? I buy organic when I can , and choose minimally packaged products whenever possible. I use an electric lawnmower because I can't stand the thought of the pollution from a gas mower. Mostly, I just try to be conscious of the little things that I can do that might make a difference, without greatly inconveniencing me. When its appropriate, I point those things out to other people in my life as well. -- Sherri " It isn't the big pleasures that count the most; it's making a great deal out of the little ones. " - Jean Webster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 6, 2003 Report Share Posted May 6, 2003 i recycle. i use the canvas bags and reuse paper sacks when i shop for groceries too. there is a store in my area that gives a 4 cents credit for each bag you bring in, so i like shopping there. we use a push reel mower and don't water our yard. i turn off the water when brushing my teeth. i wait until i have a full load before i run the dishwasher or washing machine. i drive a honda and it gets great gas mileage...i only fuel up every other month. i don't use harsh chemicals, pesticides, or fertilizers. i make my own cleaners. i also try to use natural tolietries (soaps, toothpaste, shaving cream, shampoos and conditioners, lotions, etc...). i want to compost, but compost piles aren't allowed by our home owners association....i'm thinking about starting one anyway. these are just a few little things that don't take much effort. i probably could do more. susie --- Feral <terebinthus wrote: > Oh I know it is late. Here it is the 6th and > Tuesday! > But it just dawned on me I had forgotten to post > this. So jump in, give a roll call and a quick > answer to > the question of the week when you have time. > > QOTW: What sort of eco things do you do now as a > habit? > [examples: recycle, products you use/don't use etc] > > > My answer: I recycle and compost. I am also dubbed > an official " eco-geek " by my kids for using those > canvas > shopping bags when I go to the store; sometimes to > their > delight, I forget them at home. *lol* > > feral aka PT the eco-geek > loctaion: Oregon > eco-geek > > > > The New Search - Faster. Easier. Bingo. http://search. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 7, 2003 Report Share Posted May 7, 2003 Hey, another " reel mower " ....man, I miss mine. LOL! The soft swish-swish sound it makes is so calming. I forgot to mention earlier that I also make my own cleaners. I don't have a dishwasher, but I do use dish pans to hold wash and rinse water. I've done these so long now, it's a habit, and I kinda 'forgot'. <silly me> I don't use chemicals on the lawn either.....I tend to *like* the flowers that pop up. They are not unwanted 'weeds' to me. :~) ~Pixx On 6 May 2003 at 21:59, artichoke72x wrote: > we use a push > reel mower and don't water our yard. <snip> i wait until i have a > full load before i run the dishwasher or washing > machine. <snip> i don't > use harsh chemicals, pesticides, or fertilizers. i > make my own cleaners. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 7, 2003 Report Share Posted May 7, 2003 Well, I don't do as much as I should either :=( We live in a condo, so there's not the grass mowing/watering problem, and *everyone* recycles here it seems. I'm careful about water. I re-use plastic bags (we have two dogs to walk several times daily), re-use small paper bags (for keeping mushrooms, etc. in the crisper), and carry a cloth shopping bag for small purchases. We haven't driven a car in thirty years, so we don't use much gas except now and then when we need a taxi. I avoid over-packaged foods, buying in bulk, and prefer organic/non-GMO. Organic vegetables and fruits are delivered to my door weekly. And I buy vegan/cruelty free products, whenever possible, especially for personal hygiene, skin care, etc.. . . Best, Pat -- SANTBROWN townhounds/ http://www.angelfire.com/art/pendragon/ ---------- * " Until he extends the circle of compassion to all living things, man will not himself find peace. " - Albert Schweitzer * " The time will come when men such as I will look upon the murder of animals as they now look upon the murder of men " - Leonardo da Vinci * " The animals of the world exist for their own reasons. They were not made for humans any more than black people were made for white, or women created for men. " - Alice Walker ---------- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 7, 2003 Report Share Posted May 7, 2003 My goodness... you fill up your car every other month!!! I fill mine at least twice a week..... wow... I'm assuming you don't usually go far... LOL Sara in Toronto ID: fitgirl1979 ~*~*~*~ " God bless those Pagans " - Homer (The Simpson's) ~*~*~*~ i recycle. i use the canvas bags and reuse paper sacks when i shop for groceries too. there is a store in my area that gives a 4 cents credit for each bag you bring in, so i like shopping there. we use a push reel mower and don't water our yard. i turn off the water when brushing my teeth. i wait until i have a full load before i run the dishwasher or washing machine. i drive a honda and it gets great gas mileage...i only fuel up every other month. i don't use harsh chemicals, pesticides, or fertilizers. i make my own cleaners. i also try to use natural tolietries (soaps, toothpaste, shaving cream, shampoos and conditioners, lotions, etc...). i want to compost, but compost piles aren't allowed by our home owners association....i'm thinking about starting one anyway. these are just a few little things that don't take much effort. i probably could do more. susie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 7, 2003 Report Share Posted May 7, 2003 When I had a lawn, mine was primarily dandelions and I NEVER sprayed or watered it. My neighbors must have hated my dandelions, but they didn't bother me. Pixx <lists wrote:Hey, another " reel mower " ....man, I miss mine. LOL! The soft swish-swish sound it makes is so calming. I forgot to mention earlier that I also make my own cleaners. I don't have a dishwasher, but I do use dish pans to hold wash and rinse water. I've done these so long now, it's a habit, and I kinda 'forgot'. <silly me> I don't use chemicals on the lawn either.....I tend to *like* the flowers that pop up. They are not unwanted 'weeds' to me. :~) ~Pixx On 6 May 2003 at 21:59, artichoke72x wrote: > we use a push > reel mower and don't water our yard. <snip> i wait until i have a > full load before i run the dishwasher or washing > machine. <snip> i don't > use harsh chemicals, pesticides, or fertilizers. i > make my own cleaners. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 7, 2003 Report Share Posted May 7, 2003 i'm a stay at home mom, so i don't have a commute...thank goodness!! it still seems like i'm in the car more than i want to be. : ) susie --- " Elgie, Sarah CAR " <sarah.elgie wrote: > My goodness... you fill up your car every other > month!!! I fill mine at > least twice a week..... wow... I'm assuming you > don't usually go far... LOL > > Sara in Toronto > ID: fitgirl1979 > ~*~*~*~ > " God bless those Pagans " - Homer (The Simpson's) > ~*~*~*~ > > > > > > i recycle. i use the canvas bags and reuse paper > sacks when i shop for groceries too. there is a > store > in my area that gives a 4 cents credit for each bag > you bring in, so i like shopping there. we use a > push > reel mower and don't water our yard. i turn off the > water when brushing my teeth. i wait until i have a > full load before i run the dishwasher or washing > machine. i drive a honda and it gets great gas > mileage...i only fuel up every other month. i don't > use harsh chemicals, pesticides, or fertilizers. i > make my own cleaners. i also try to use natural > tolietries (soaps, toothpaste, shaving cream, > shampoos > and conditioners, lotions, etc...). i want to > compost, > but compost piles aren't allowed by our home owners > association....i'm thinking about starting one > anyway. > these are just a few little things that don't take > much effort. i probably could do more. > > susie > > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been > removed] > > The New Search - Faster. Easier. Bingo. http://search. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 8, 2003 Report Share Posted May 8, 2003 yeah I live at home with my folks and we do the recycling thang with bottles and cans. we dont take in newspaper cause it pays way too little and is just too hard for us as we all have some physical problems but we do place them in the blue LA city recycleables container so we aint just throwing them away. also we save larger plastic deli containers and margarine containers for re-use such as a serving of ice cream before throwing them away. stay cool Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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