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I found myself becoming so wrapped up in the luxuries and efficiencies that we afford ourselves in this country, yet felt unsettled with the resulting waste. What was most disheartening to me, was to learn of the amazing resources and programs put into place outside of America. It is one thing to feel worried and saddened at the waste, damage to the environment, hazards and inevitable damage to living creatures, it is another to step up and try to make a difference.
I suddenly felt pathetic that I was just going with the flow, when I could actually do something different here and now. Something as simple as refusing a bag for a small item purchased or bringing in my own, recycling anything possible and going the extra mile to find out where to recycle the items not made convenient at curbside, riding or walking instead of driving, and most important, raising my children with the same habits and care for our environment.
At work a small group of us decided to have a Go Green campaign and make sure that the basic resources were being utilized by each employee, including recycling bins at each work space, ensuring the cleaning crew properly sorted recyclables, purchasing recycled or unpackaged supplies and weekly Go Green emails with tips and facts on how everyone can do their share.
I don't want to wait for the tragedy that will invoke America to react. I want to make a difference today, by not only doing my part, but by helping others to understand the simplicity and power of that effort.
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