In my excitement to see brand new shoes at the curb, I missed it. I missed the terrible slash in the otherwise perfect-looking UGG boot set out for garbage with many other pairs of shoes in front of SoftMoc in Bloor West Village, Toronto. As I stood there, jaw dropped under my mask, I was … [Read more…]
Sometimes, there is a direct conflict between personal care and planet care. This is the case with my diabetes management. The amount of garbage I generate to stay healthy causes me mental anguish, verging on physical pain. It shouldn’t have to be this way. I should be able to take care of both my diabetes … [Read more…]
Black plastic may be strong, durable, and work well for takeout food, but it can’t be recycled in the City of Toronto, and that makes it not cool! More to come on this important topic, so please check back soon. In the meantime, don’t buy plastic items if you don’t intend to use them for … [Read more…]