There are so many ways that we act in this present world that is thoughtless about the future we are leaving the next generations, and I feel that at this time of year it is the worst.
I love Christmas, I love the food, the gathering of friends and family and I love the decorations – but I hate the waste.
Christmas can be done cheaply – which is wonderful for so many families but what about those children who made those cheap gifts for you in China? What about the families that live down stream from the factories where those toys were made that will be lost or thrown out in a couple of weeks? Did you ever think about that?
Bah humbug you say – yes, I know but we can act sustainably at this time of year too.
We can decorate our tree using decorations that will last twenty years: Try Biome for some great deals today – Free shipping for over $50!
We can buy gifts that will last the latest fad and more than one child. AND we can move away from the need to give our children lots of toys. We need to stay strong against the big companies – our kids will be happy with less – they don’t need more.
Christmas is a time for giving – let’s give back to the planet that has given us life and think about everyone else who lives on it, not just the ones who can consume and throw away.
These books are great places to start your journey on being kinder to the planet too:
The secret of black Rock by Joe Todd-stanton
Coral Sea Dreaming by Kim Michelle Toft
Rock pool Secrets by Narelle Oliver
