I was recently in Barcelona and noticed all the straws that came with drinks were made with paper, no plastic straws were available!! Barcelona also always had three separate item containers in places: rubbish, paper, and plastics (and sometimes organics). A great change to here (USA) where it is usually only a trash/rubbish option, maybe recycling on occupation. Finally, all of the little spoons for coffee and gelato are either compostable or made of wood/bamboo. Definitely helped reduce my plastic use while abroad.

Watched a few Earth Month documentaries this month including: 8 Billion Angels and The True Cost which helped remind me of why I try to live a sustainable low-waste live. I recommend these if you haven't seen them!

I explored a new area in my community with my mom yesterday to kick off Earth Month! We found a bird sanctuary and got to spend some quality time together outdoors. I am excited to make an extra effort to appreciate our Earth this month!