About 3 years ago, I wanted to reduce my family's exposure to toxins and plastics in our home so after clearing out all those kid friendly cups and bowls, I realized it was just the tip of the iceberg. The plastic was everywhere and it opened my eyes to the waste our family was creating at every turn. The next thing I knew we were composting, cloth diapering and shopping much more consciously.
But when I would look for advice, I found that a "zero waste" lifestyle can feel unattainable and unrealistic for those of us in the thick of family life and child rearing. Much respect to those who can, but I cannot fit our trash in a mason jar.
I'm a mom of 3, and i love all things zero waste.
But did i mention that i'M A MOM OF 3?
Hi, I'm Gillian
When it comes to zero waste, we need more of us doing things imperfectly
than a few of us doing it perfectly.
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Here it's zero-ISH waste and sustainable sustainability. Cleaner eating and greener living. Big changes and small ones. Big wins, concessions and fails. It's a work in progress and a journey.
Above all, there is a lot of grace.
Because... can someone just give us Mamas a break?
Check the blog for quick reads (because....time) about our journey as a family of five on the road to zero waste and healthy living
and find some things that work for you.
You know what gets my goat? Compostables. Like compostable cups or cutlery or trash bags or diaper wipes. I’m going to say it. I think they’re fake news. Sure, they seem like the better option when you’re staring at big bad plastic, but think about it. For it to compost…. you need to compost it! Will […]
