I try to be more mindful of the amount of water I use in daily life. That includes doing my dishes, laundry, and showering. I plan ahead with my dishes, ensuring they all are soaking so it takes less water to rinse before using soap in the long run. It has been a lot harder than what I initially thought it would be.

I learned about the fringed puccoon plant that's native to my area. The fringed puccoon provides food and a habitat while helping to stabilize soil and attract pollinators in the area. It also has a history of being used as a medicine by Native Americans. If this species disappeared, it would cause a shake-up in the habitat and food supply for many insects and animals and disrupt the balance of the ecosystem.

It was very difficult to have a zero waste day because of what my daily routine has been recently, especially in college life. I learned that I always have a habit of buying things throughout the day that will serve me in the moment and not in the long run. It makes me think more sustainably about my actions and I will be more conscious going forward.

Exercising in the morning helped me stay away from screen during the time. The activity I enjoyed the most is pushups because after exercising all these days, I can feel my strength. I couldn't do a single pushup with correct form before I started. Now I can do 6 of them.

Water Justice Issues in Vermillion, SD that I learn about is:
Wastewater Management: Flooding can cause wastewater to contaminate local rivers. Contaminants in Drinking Water: Legal limits are met, but safety concerns persist. Taste Concerns: Water meets regulations but has an unpleasant taste.

It was super nice this weekend, I even got a good tan!