My next #noplastic challenge is the monthly reception at the gallery. They use plastic cups for wine, plastic utensils and paper plates. And heavy-duty plastic trash bags with only half full. I'm thinking about switching to paper cups and compostable utensils. I may have to buy them on my own because they cost more, but I really can't stand looking at all that single-use waste. Oh, you don't want your free wine in paper cups? You don't have to have it #noplastic

Last summer, I ordered a dress from Australia. I was very happy with the dress, but I was even more impressed with how it was packaged. It was not in a plastic bag, but was in a sewn cotton cloth bag! Reusable! Cute! Great brand messaging. #noplastic

I have some friends that say my #noplastic effort doesn't make any dents to the issue. I am aware. But, I'm also aware that that's the exact mentality that got us here. Stop using. Stop buying. Demand more #noplastic packaging.

I've stopped using bottled shampoo/conditioner/body wash. We switched back from dishwasher pods to the good-old powder type in a cardboard box. Ajax is back, spray cleaner is out. Laundry soap is now a sheet type. Changing for #noplastic is easy, and often cheaper. Now I feel grossed out in the shampoo isle in store. #plastic #ReduceRepairReuseRecycle