Sustainable Saturday

In past few months our family has changed our habits quite a bit to live more healthy and sustainable. Here is a challenge we can all take 1 Day a week at the time and change a bit of our habits and show good example to our kids. I chose Saturday, as I need the computer for my work all week (unfortunately we all need to make a living – at least I don’t have to drive to work) and Saturday seemed the most suitable day for me. You can choose any other day that is more suitable for you.

Typically we spend most of the day behind a computer, TV or game console without even realizing it. Here is a challenge that is good for the earth, for the family relations and our health:

At least 1 Day a week (Saturday) I will do the following:

• I will turn off all electronic entertainment (computer, TV, VCR, Game consoles, etc)
• I will use as little power as possible (to prepare meals, heat the house, lights etc)
• I will eat only organic meals
• I will eat NO meat
• I will eat at least 1 raw meal a day (healthy and saves power)
• Avoid using the car for transportation
• Will not go shopping to the mall to buy more junk

Here is what I can do instead:

• Walk to the library
• Walk to the farmers market or take public transport to the local organic farm
• Read a book
• Play boardgames with the family
• Eat a candle-light dinner
• Do some creative crafts from reusable junk (e.g. old newspapers, magazines, old t-shirts, cardboard boxes, etc)
• Do some organic gardening
• clean the house
• Go for a walk in the park or a hike
• You can help me update the list …

To help us all achieve the goals, I’d like to gather a collection of vegetarian recipes and reusable craft ideas in this website. Your suggestions and input are very welcome.