The Climate Change Collective is an initiative where the blogging community unites behind a common goal. Today, the conversation continues with the fifth post in the series. As we put another holiday season behind us, Krista and Alison from A Sustainably Simple Life look at what our shopping is doing to the planet. In response I ask, can we save the Earth by stopping or reducing our shopping?
2022 blog recap of best posts and highlights
Hello 2023! Thanks for dropping by and welcome to my 2022 blog recap of the year’s highlights here on Boomer Eco Crusader. I’ll recap the top 10 blog posts from 2022 that I’m most proud of, along with the most popular posts of the year. Plus, a sneak peek at what’s to come in 2023.
BYOC – It’s a growing trend
Unheard of a few years ago, BYOC is finally catching on. If you’re not familiar with the term, BYOC stands for Bring Your Own Container, meaning you fill your own containers when shopping instead of using throwaway packaging. What better way to reduce waste!
A year of monthly waste reduction goals
For many people, the new year is a time to set goals and make plans. Turning the calendar page to January 1 gives us an opportunity to reflect and think about the path we’re on. If you’ve set a goal to reduce waste and live a greener life, my 12 easy monthly waste reduction goals are a great place to start.
Simple Living Sunday – Still searching for peace
As Christmas and the end of the year approaches, our world is still searching for peace. Today, I return to the theme of peace with a reflection on why it’s so elusive, and how we might be able to turn it around.
12 awesome low waste hostess gift ideas
As the festive season kicks into high gear, ‘tis the season for parties and gatherings with family and friends. Today’s post has eco-friendly hostess gift ideas that are the perfect way to express your thanks to your host or hostess.
What’s on your Don’t Want List?
At this time of year, my inbox explodes with gift guides and Christmas wish lists. Gift giving is an important part of the holiday season but, the more I declutter and seek a simpler life, the less there is on my “Want List”. On the other hand, my “Don’t Want List” is constantly growing.
Simple Living Sunday – Choosing presence over presents
Christmas is just two weeks away. How are you feeling? If you’re like many people, you may be feeling stressed about everything you still need to do, or gifts you still need to buy. This week’s Simple Living Sunday post is about shifting focus, and discovering how consciously choosing presence over presents can make our holiday celebrations more meaningful…and less stressful.
How climate change impacts the animal world
The Climate Change Collective is an initiative where the blogging community unites behind a common goal. Today, I’m delighted to continue the conversation by sharing the fourth post in the series. In a thoughtful and insightful post, Caroline from Enviroline Blog reminds us how climate change impacts the animal world.
33 great ideas for sustainable stocking stuffers
Christmas shopping season is in full swing. If you’re looking for alternatives to cheap plastic trinkets to fill your family’s Christmas stockings, you’re in the right place. Read on for 33 terrific ideas for sustainable stocking stuffers that won’t fill the landfill.