Brandywine Zoo

Obviously, natural fibers are biodegradable. Orbasics.com says they also require less water and energy to produce. Also, I've noticed that clothes that consist of mostly synthetic fibers tend to hold onto bad smells. With natural fibers, these smells don't stick around for long.

Just think before buying it for one. With warehouse club stores out there, you can get like a gallon of mayonnaise. If you aren't making a thousand deviled eggs, it probably isn't a wise buy. Also, thinking ahead for use of something that isn't going to all go in one recipe. Rotisserie chicken is a perfect example. Prep a shopping list for that...

By pointing out that it's a simple way to stop adding plastic waste to the environment.

I keep most of my clothes a long time. Wearable items no longer wanted go to charity.

I think what has been really helpful for me is by introducing the idea slowly so that they have more time to get used to it.

Coloring sand with food coloring has been a nice glitter replacement for my craft projects. I think it looks very pretty!

This has been extremely challenging. I didn't think it would be this hard, but without a plan ahead of time, I revert back to tossing them in my counter compost bin. I will say the advice about using veggie scraps to make a broth is great- as long as you purchased organic produce. No where did I see that mentioned, but it's critical. No one...

Thinking twice before buying something, or adding something to your wish list, could come from the heightened awareness of using what we already own. This pause may make you realize you'll only use the "thing" once or twice, so it's not really worth it. Hopefully, it also makes you look around your house, garage, attic, shed, etc. and...

YES! I've been against balloon releases for years. The baloons have to go somewhere and wherever they land they'll have a negative impact on the environment.

I try to find new ways to combine my clothes and accessories. Resale stores have provided many high end items at bargain prices.