Mary Buchanan
7/31/2024 7:19 PM
Depending on the day and circumstances, it can be invigorating.
July 1 - July 31, 2024
Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center Feed
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Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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Tracey Gauthier 8/09/2024 12:00 PMCongratulations Carmen Calhoun!I want to thank you for being the top public contributor to the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center Team’s effort to Plastic Free July competition by earning 685 points. Your efforts helped us make a positive impact on the environment. Overall, our team came in 5th place nationally in this competition.
In recognition of your top efforts, you have won one of three behind the scenes tours at the Virginia Aquarium for you and one other person. Please read through the descriptions for the Life Support , Sea Turtles or the Sharks tours on our website Behind-the-Scenes Tours | Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center. Please pick one of the three types of tours you are eligible to take for free. Please respond to me either on the Plastic Free July website or email me directly at [email protected]. Also, I can be reached at (757) 385-0342.
Thanks again for your efforts and continued support of taking care of our environment. I look forward to hearing from you.
Thanks,
Tracey Gauthier
Acting Sustainability Coordinator(757) 385-0342717 General Booth Blvd.Virginia Beach, Virginia 23451
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Debbie DiNardo 8/09/2024 9:37 AMI need to do better at checking in for sure! But the site is great for accountability and these daily changes can be mastered as a way of life! Plus they are great educational opportunities with friends and family because you explain why you do what you and even the smallest change can have a significant impact! -
Cady Conklin 8/01/2024 9:11 AMTrying to keep up while out of town. When looking around I see so much still to be done. Just have to keep at it. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Go For a WalkWhat have you noticed about your mental and/or physical health while going on daily walks? How has it affected other areas of your life?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFamily + Pets Embrace ImperfectionHow has embracing imperfection impacted your plastic-free journey?
Mary Buchanan 7/31/2024 7:18 PMIt's help eliminate guilt from when I can't avoid plastic or other less sustainable practices. It's not about being perfect, but it is about working on my own impact. Every little step by each person does make a difference. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFamily + Pets Thrifty PetsHow does buying used differ from buying new? How does each purchasing decision make you feel?
Mary Buchanan 7/31/2024 7:13 PMIt helps you make more sustainable decisions, and it feels pretty good when you find something that works better. -
Mary Buchanan 7/31/2024 7:11 PMI was delayed to update my progress on this page, but I'd been tracking it personally! -
Mary Buchanan 7/31/2024 7:08 PMI started strong and am determined to keep it going! -
John Blevins 7/31/2024 6:25 PMIt is going well and it a good starting base for future actions -
REFLECTION QUESTIONStudy Plastic History BuffHow has learning about the history of single-use plastic shifted your mindset on plastics and their function within society?
John Blevins 7/31/2024 6:24 PMYes it would be great if we can move away from a plastic centric world