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How we clean the kitchen dishes

When I first went plastic free in 2013, I had to learn of a new way to live. To be more precise, it was never a brand new way of living, rather adopting tried and tested behaviours that worked well for many centuries. These age old methods have been pushed aside for assumed convenience, that has led to devastating amounts of rubbish…

Interview with Insulin For Life

I am planning on expanding my Changemakers interview series, with the hopes of bringing you more interesting and inspiring stories, of those that are tackling waste in their own ways. Today's guest ticks both the interesting and inspiring, while proving that reducing is not just for the dedicated individuals with access to a bulk fo…

Expecting a baby

Photo Source In ten short weeks, I will be expecting a baby. Thrilled, nervous and impatient to meet him (yes, it's a boy) are the everyday emotions that whirl through my mind and body. I'm not nervous for the birth, rather excited for that part. Instead I'm nervous for the future. Expecting a baby has made my commitme…

Happy new year

Long time no blog, but popping in to show that I'm still alive. This year got off to a languid start. Visitors have come and gone, there have been many trips to the beach, enjoying the company of family and friends. The slowness has been welcomed with open arms. Rewind to this time last year, and I was busy researching venues, …