The Year of Living Minimally - Week Forty-nine

Living minimally is circular. By that, I mean we continue the practice on an ongoing basis. As I come to the end of this year-long project, I'll no longer post each Friday morning. But I'll still give this way of life my best effort. Sometimes I'm successful, sometimes not.I've cleaned out closets, drawers, cupboards. Brought boxes and bags to the donation center. I've thought twice before making impulse purchases and I regard "things" with a more critical eye.I'm still concerned with the amount of plastic we use, even though I'm recycling as much as possible. But my paper straws are working just fine and my fancy glass straw is pretty (www.glassdharma.com). I'd rather frequent restaurants that use cardboard takeout containers. No more Styrofoam! Cloth grocery bags go not only to the supermarket but also to CVS and Target.A few more weeks to go. Onward. 🧡