Melissa Christenson Ekman

When available, I will purchase clothing made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.

I will only buy cloth, wooden or plant-based natural rubber toys. Or make our own toys from recycled items found in our home!

I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.

I will pick up 5 piece(s) of litter each day.

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

I will swap out 2 prepackaged snacks a day for fresh fruits or veggies.

I will spend 10 minutes learning how to compost pet waste at home or research pet waste composting services available in my area.

If traveling, I will bring my own plastic free items (water bottle, grocery bags, collapsible food containers, utensils, straws, etc.) with me.

If traveling, I will reuse my old travel tubes to refill with my soaps or only bring bar soaps with me in a TSA approved reusable quart sized bag.

I will make my own cleaning products at home.

I will only use reusable containers instead of single-use plastic storage items (such as plastic wrap, single-use sandwich bags).

I will plant an herb or vegetable garden in my home, workplace, or community garden

I will prepare 1 meal(s) at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.

I will purchase refillable beauty products.

I will spend 5 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a reduced/no-plastic lifestyle.