I have been away from the blogging for a while, obviously. I had a family matter to direct my attention to.
Since the New Year I have bought groceries, tp, and I did violate a Compact rule by purchasing new from Target, 5 laundry baskets. I bought them because I am going to be moving shortly and felt they would be helpful with the move. I have also gotten a hold of many, many boxes (used) for the rest of my packing.
The organizing and packing so far has been awesome, although somewhat overwhelming.
Why do I have so much sh*#???? Seriously? I am so looking forward to purging this from my life.
People have asked me if I prepared for my year of the Compact by stocking up on items. No. No stockpiling for me. Maybe I should have?
This came to my attention so clearly the other day when I used the last Ziplock bag in my house and the last shred of Seran wrap the next day. It made me realize, wow, it has really started.
The other prep I have done was practicing the art of reusing and recycling. I recycle like a maniac. And I had been buying from resale shops whenever possible. I love it, even though I haven't visited one yet in 2008! I find it very satisfying to donate and recycle clothes. As well as furniture and household items, I don't find much problem with obtaining such items when needed from resale shops. It's like going on a treasure hunt. Of course I have my favorite haunts for such items.
Other new developments... I had my last official day of employment last week. I now fully considered self employed. So far the response to my consulting work is very positive. I hope the momentum keeps up. I actually feel better than ever. I woke today thinking - wow, this is my day! It's all up to me. I love it!!!
Best to each of you!
Freddie Rose
This blog started with my commitment to dedicate one year of living as simply, thrifty, and as green as I possible could. With the ambition of not buying anything new for a year, following in the footsetps of the original SF Compact. (it was awesome!) I am still dedicated to green. I am working on living thrifty but mighty. Buying reused, resale, vintage, retro when I can and when I need to buy new I try for local first and use coupons to get the best prices and save a few bucks.
Welcome to econogreenomics 101!
My original goal was to demonstrate that not buying any new gear for a year can be done in a way that is challenging, fun and allows me to still be (or try to be) sassy!
The main goal for the compact year was...
To live with high standards below my means, utilizing available resources and opportunities! Ya-Hoo!
Reduce - Reuse - Recycle - Restore
The main goal for the compact year was...
To live with high standards below my means, utilizing available resources and opportunities! Ya-Hoo!
Reduce - Reuse - Recycle - Restore
Although I am not "officially" doing the Compact any longer, I have adopted the traits of a "compactor." I am continuing to stay on my green path of less is more! It is always a work in progress, but the journey is a fun one, filled with lots of polyester, crinoline and coupons!
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A Budget for Green - Every Little Bit Helps
I am fully aware that to reduce my carbon footprint to the fullest, I would need to buy and shop locally, eat organically, be a vegan or vegitarian, use public transit or drive a hybrid, use alternative energy sources, and among other things minimize my consumerism to the max.
I am not perfect. Far from it. But I do want to make a difference and do my part and be the best example I can to my children and others who will inherit this earth.
Given that I do not always have the means to always eat organically, as much as I would like to, and that my budget restricts me from being the eco-warrior I would like to be to the fullest extent, I do what I can. In my dream world, I live in a tiny, LEED certified house and drive a hybrid. (one day)
It is disheartening that for many of us our carbon footprints are larger because we do not have the means to afford a more sustainable lifestyle. Although I think it is getting easier to make larger green steps on smaller budgets.
With my limited means I try to make changes and continue what I have been doing to spend less, consume less, and raise my standard of living, while hopefully minimizing my impact on the planet.
Small budget... big goal. Econogreenomics.
Every little bit helps... and small changes can lead to big results. Less really can be more!
I am not perfect. Far from it. But I do want to make a difference and do my part and be the best example I can to my children and others who will inherit this earth.
Given that I do not always have the means to always eat organically, as much as I would like to, and that my budget restricts me from being the eco-warrior I would like to be to the fullest extent, I do what I can. In my dream world, I live in a tiny, LEED certified house and drive a hybrid. (one day)
It is disheartening that for many of us our carbon footprints are larger because we do not have the means to afford a more sustainable lifestyle. Although I think it is getting easier to make larger green steps on smaller budgets.
With my limited means I try to make changes and continue what I have been doing to spend less, consume less, and raise my standard of living, while hopefully minimizing my impact on the planet.
Small budget... big goal. Econogreenomics.
Every little bit helps... and small changes can lead to big results. Less really can be more!
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