Andrea's Everything Eco Exploration

So it's week three of plastic free July. I admit I tried hard, but still could not avoid plastic completely. Though being so aware definitely made me cut back a lot, and realize how prevalent plastic really is. It's tough, but we can all make small steps to be more plastic free. A lot of it as refusing the convenience items we are so used to, and it's not always easy, but it's not impossible!

This video is so powerful. I watched it and cried, even. David Suzuki is my role model, and he just has a way of explaining things so eloquently. I would strongly suggest you watch this video, and rethink the way things have to be. Personally, my goal in life is to be removed from the grid, self sustaining and working with and alongside nature to create my own healthy ecosystem. It'll take a while to get there, as I have been born into this capitalist society, which has me following their rules. But every day I am making choices that bring my future closer. And you can too. Remember to think about the bigger picture, all the other organisms involved in each action. Buying disposable items, for instance, is dangerous; the waste may not be disposed of properly, ending up in the environment and into animals' paths. Countless animals have been hindered hurt and killed by the packaging we use for simple convenience. The price is too high, as plastic is so foreign nature can't