Wednesday, July 1, 2009

Happy 4th of July

Wow, I can't believe it has been over a month since my last post. Last night at a family function I told a few people about the blog and it lit a fire beneath me to get back in the blog saddle. Speaking of fire, I hope everyone gets out and enjoys some fireworks this weekend and who knows, maybe you'll have a beverage or two watching the show. I challenge you to try something new with your empty beverages - take them home with you and recycle them. Then go a step further. The next time you buy a beverage on the go, don't drink it and throw it away in the first trash can you see, take it home with you and recycle it too.

Did you know that in 2007 only 24.6% of plastic bottles were recycled in the U.S.? That means we throw away 3 out of 4. Aluminum cans are better, but only 53.8% are recycled, which means we throw away 1 out of 2 cans. I think most people think we are doing a good job recycling, but away from home, too many things get thrown away. Yes, I know we need to get more recycling containers in more places. I'll work on that, and maybe you can bring a can or bottle home with you too.

Have a Happy 4th of July weekend!