new year's resolutions...

i've been thinking about this for the last few days... and, while i already do a decent bit to try to lower my ecological footprint, there are always more (and more and... ) actions i can take...

so to my resolutions this year (and if you catch me slacking, tell me! :)

--purchase produce that is grown locally (start working my way toward the 100-mile diet).
--replace one major appliance with a more energy-efficient model by the end of 07.
--get power strips for the kitchen appliances and tv, etc. and remember to shut em off when not in use!
--replace outdoor garden lighting with solar-powered lighting.

if you're looking for ideas, there are all sorts of baby-step actions you can take, such as...
--get out of the "paper or plastic?" vortex and buy reusable shopping bags.
--work with your company to see if telecommuting once or twice a week is an option.
--buying locally grown/organic products.

--if you pee your pants from laughing too hard, don't get caught on film (love ya, mare!).

happy new year, all!