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Ever seen the movie Wall-E? This concept used to seem so far fetched to me but the more I research and learn, the more I realize that that concept isnt so far from becoming a reality if we as a culture do not start moving more. 

You wouldnt think that finding 10 minutes in a 24 hour period would be so hard, but this was very very difficult for me. Probably the hardest part of this challenge. I need to learn to carve out time in my day, no matter what is going on, to rest myself and enjoy what Mother Nature has to offer. Sitting outside in the evenings with my eyes...

5 minute or less showers was easy for me, as I have been doing that most of my life due to growing up in Southern California, for my children tho, not so easy. We are working on getting them off of baths and a 'shower routine' that will help them reduce their water waste, while also helping them understand the importance of conserving. They...

I have removed using straws in my household almost completely. I keep a bag of reusables in my car for when I a am out with my family. I have gotten much better about remembering to bring my own cups to work, and my children now each have their own reusable cups that they take with them to school and sporting events. 

I can't believe it's been 30 days already... :)

One of my most memorable volunteer experiences was building a garden at my daughters elementary school and giving a presentation to the school on Earth Day. There is so much care and passion in those children and such a thirst for knowledge. They truly are the future of our home and more attention needs to be paid to educating them about our...