Received an email today and it ‘seems’ we were slightly able to convince the lead teacher of highlighting and this issue with highlighters. He didn’t confirm acknowledging my links and information but there was ‘some change’ in wording. Who knows though? The lead teachers is ‘a man who was in the wild for the summer enjoying nature’ according to his email so one would hope something resonated.

Notice this or vacuuming is best for the dog hairs we fight. Vacuum the furniture and even bedding (with help).

Instead of driving we walked. And we saw dolphins. Can’t see that from the car!

Found so much plastic waste today in washed up seaweed including fish hooks and fishing string.

Instead of buying plastic toys for the beach we decided to ‘collect trash’ of left over plastic toys from the many families that left behind items at the beach. Wishing kids were more responsible and parents would help but this was a good way for us to use what we have, is available and never waste.

I realize I have work to do- we have work to do as a family and a community. I need to be better, influence more and keep myself accountable.

(Youngest daughter) Found a 6 pack plastic ring (holder). I had ignorantly thought this was something everyone knew to avoid or ‘be better’. These and straws being at the beach as trash and in the water as deadly.

Enjoying reading the best on the beach! From the library! What a beautiful library system in Pima County too! Thank you Pima!

Savings and spending only what we need takes a conscience effort but makes a difference on waste and your pocket change.