Any non-sinensis Camellia used for tea?
merrybookwyrm
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Comments (70)Thank you if you take time to read this. I'm not perfect "but" have made conscientious strides in this area of environmental ease where I can (home, camping versus take out). If I can change one mindset from disposable to reusable, it's a step forward. For use at home I have inexpensive everyday plates plus better china that can accommodate gatherings up to 20. I purchased inexpensive reusable utensils and have a mix of glassware and plastic glasses used for both indoors and outdoors. Honestly if something breaks (and it has), it's just stuff, keep the memory of the special dish, move on, perspective. For camping, we do bring paper plates but our group has switched to reusable serviceware for most of our needs. We try to wash the plastic solo-type cups for more uses (refer to not perfect above). I don't have as much of an issue with the use of paper as I do with "disposable" plastic. When you throw out "disposable" plastic plates and utensils (both Solo brand and other), what exactly do you think is happening with them? Where do you think they are going? (http://recyclenation.com/2015/03/how-to-recycle-solo-cups). Serviceware and utensils labeled as biodegradable have to go to a commercial composting facility and if your area doesn't have one, putting them out to the curb for recycling means they go into the landfill. People think they can be tossed in their home compost pile but they need more heat to break down than your backyard compost can produce (Google it). If you have a huge gathering you don't want to rent dishes for, then I understand the benefit of paper but please don't buy plastic! There is a cost and environmental savings in purchasing inexpensive reusable serviceware versus purchasing disposable every time you need them. If you buy disposable because you can't be bothered to wash them or it's just easier for faster clean up, that's another issue entirely. I'm aware of the water being used for washing versus where we are putting our garbage. You have to weigh the pros and cons for yourself. We only have so much land space and the ocean (and lakes) should not be a dumping ground but sadly is. It's also difficult to envision this from the convenience of our kitchens. It only takes a bit of awareness and conscience to make a better choice....See MoreCat, but no kids, nine bedrooms, how to use them?
Comments (944)I think many people have given great answers. I have the same issue but I love having the spaces to arrange and rearrange, lol. I dream of my daughter coming home with some grandkids 1 day. Maybe... But, I enjoy having my own spaces. Reading room, writing room, fireplace seating room, art painting spaces, hippy room (the BEST room) with psychedelic posters and lava lamps, lol... a pet room, laundry room, game room, dance studio, workout room, formal room, tea room, and the list can go on for days....See MorePOLL: Do you use eco-friendly cleaning products?
Comments (89)I like Method. I use the hand soap, all purpose cleaner and bathroom cleaner. Gave up on Bounce years ago when I discovered that it made me itch like crazy. I can't breath with Fantastic. 401 is much better for me, but I only use that on heavily greasy items because Method failed. I am sensitive to certain perfumes. Back in the '70's I loved Charlie perfume, until I realized that it was making me hyperventilate. These days, I almost never wear perfume (I mean one or two nights a year, and it's very light) because so many people are allergic to the scents. Only use deodorant and Johnson's Baby Powder (non-talc) the rest of the time. Since getting granite counter tops for the first time ever, will switch to a spray bottle filled with water and a few drops of Dawn....See MoreWhat kind of shrub is this?
Comments (9)Beth, for some reason my posting options are incredibly limited in the left scroll bar. I haven't been able to post to the garden forum....See Moremerrybookwyrm
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