Replacing products you've been reliant on is not easy, especially when it comes to cleaning products and you like knowing something is truly clean! I'm going to be switching away from detergent pods that have microplastic. I'm also moving away from toxic mosquito/tick spray to a more non-toxic version.

Joshua Tree National Park has many sacred sites and archaeological areas that hold deep cultural significance for Native American tribes particularly the Cahuilla, Chemehuevi, and Serrano peoples who have lived in the region for thousands of years. These sites include ancient rock art, ceremonial locations, and artifacts that provide evidence of their long-standing connection to the land, traditional practices, and spiritual beliefs. Protecting these sacred sites is crucial not only for preserving Native American cultural heritage and allowing contemporary tribes to maintain their spiritual connections to ancestral lands, but also for helping us better understand human history and ensuring that future generations can learn from and appreciate these irreplaceable cultural resources.

Leave no trace is something we've always been doing with my family, but it was interesting to learn about other ways to minimizing negative impacts on nature.

I replaced paper towels with sustainable washable cloths as now every time I use it I think about how proud I am to be setting a great example for my kids. We talk about it a lot at home, how we're contributing into saving trees and helping nature even if our actions are small. I'm also getting ready to switch from plastic wrap to the beeswax covers - doing some more research there.