Crusade [kruːˈseɪd/] (noun) is defined as: ‘a vigorous campaign for political, social, or religious change.’ – Google Dictionary When I started my blog a few months ago it, I hoped it would: 1. hold me accountable to my pledge for a more eco existence in 2016 2. give me some direction in my new life as a…
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Cash for Containers
I’ve been writing blog posts in my head the past couple of weeks and haven’t had a good chance to put ‘pen to paper’ so to speak. But when this email arrived in my inbox a couple of days ago, I had to take some action. Boomerang Alliance have been fiercely campaigning in New South…
Happy Twenty Sixteen
Happy New Year! January 2016 is here and it is time to kick off the start of my more eco conscious lifestyle. In January, I’d like to: stop using single use plastic bags at the grocery store and at the shopping centre. start a group to make Boomerang Bags so that other people learn to…
Do you really need a bag?
In the lead up to my year long challenge, I’ve been thinking about the tasks I will set myself each month. I know that July will be Plastic-Free so I want to make sure the tasks set prior to July will help me with a plastic free challenge. I’ve been thinking about it a lot…
Eco Crusade: Weekly Summary
Although, my official eco crusade doesn’t begin until January 2016, I’ve been reading, researching and investigating ways to reduce the impact that my family has on the environment. The amount of information online and on social media about sustainable living is overwhelming! And I wanted to share with you the trials and triumphs from this…
Eco Inspiration
I’ve always wanted to live in a more eco conscious way but I’ve always had an excuse. Too expensive, too busy, too inconvenient etc etc Over the years, various people/stories have inspired me but again I’ve always made excuses as to why I can’t apply the principles to my life. This time, I’m going to bite the…
Mosquito Power
“If you think you’re too small to have an impact, try going to bed with a mosquito!” Wise words from Anita Roddick, the founder of The Body Shop. I first stumbled across the philosophies and teachings of Roddick in her book, Business as Unusual. So many wonderful ideas aligning with the environment.
Plastic not so Fantastic
This morning, I woke up. I looked at my plastic watch and changed out of my plastic pyjamas. I had a shower standing in a plastic bath, washed my hair with shampoo from a plastic bottle. Then I cleaned my teeth with a plastic toothbrush and toothpaste from a plastic tube. I fed my daughter breakfast…
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