Karin Kiessling

I will swap out 3 prepackaged snacks a day for fresh fruits or veggies.

I will only pack reusable cutlery, drinkware and tupperware-like containers in my children's lunches to reduce plastic waste.

I will keep 1 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.

I will keep 4 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

I will swap out my single use plastic bags for a pooper-scooper.

I will use a rubber glove to remove pet hair from clothes, carpets and furniture.

I will watch a documentary film about waste with family and friends and talk about what we learned.

If one does not feel strongly about having children, there should be no societal pressure to do so. We can encourage those who do not wish to have children and recognize this choice as a contribution to the planet.