Sharon Bowen

If traveling, I will reuse my old travel tubes to refill with my soaps or only bring bar soaps with me.

The numbers #1-7 on plastics tell us a lot - and can help us be better recyclers. I will learn what these numbers mean and which types of plastics are accepted for recycling in my area.

I will give my pets natural alternatives to toys like femur bones and antlers, canvas, natural rubber, hemp, rope or cotton toys. Or make our own toys from recycled items found in our home!

I will use laundry detergent that is packaged in glass or aluminum, or an alternative like soap nuts.

When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.

If possible, I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own travel cup.

I will keep 1 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

If traveling, I will bring my own snacks and meals in my own containers to avoid the waste of take-out containers.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

When available, I will purchase clothing and bedding made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.

I will only use reusable containers instead of single-use plastic storage items (such as plastic wrap, single-use sandwich bags).

I will only pack reusable cutlery, drinkware and containers in my family's lunches to reduce plastic waste.