Remember my resolution post about making some economic and eco-friendly changes to our lifestyle? I thought I'd post an update for everyone. If you remember correctly, I had twelve goals. I'm sure I won't meet all twelve goals, but I feel like we're making excellent progress!
Completed:
1. Install a programmable thermostat.
2. Buy a steam mop. Ok, so this one is sort of give and take in the eco-friendly department. It will eliminate the use of chemicals, but it runs on electricity. Ultimately, my floors are not getting clean enough so I'm biting the bullet on this one.
In Progress:
1. Be more proactive about recycling. We already recycle quite a bit and have really cut back on our trash each week, but I think there are still plenty of things winding up in the garbage that could easily be recycled.
- I am the recycling Nazi.
2. Make re-usable refills for my Swiffer duster and sweeper.
- So far I've made one Swiffer duster refill, and I've purchased the microfiber to make sweeper refills.
3. Cut back on paper towels and napkins by converting to "un-paper" towels and cloth napkins.
- We have some un-paper towels on their way!
Coming up:
1. Plant a vegetable/herb garden.
- Our main issue here is figuring out where to plant it. We don't want to take up room inside the fence, but our annoying neighbors let their dogs roam free and we don't want them to disturb it. We also need to figure out the best spot for light and irrigation. I also want to do a raised garden bed, so Clint will need to build that for me.
I feel like we're on our way to a healthier, more frugal life. :)
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