A Sustainably Simple Life

Warm weather and approaching summer months has me in a thoughtful mood. I’m thinking of all the opportunities that the summer months provide that we don’t get all year round–at least not on our rainy west coast. So here are some sustainable thoughts that we can take with us into those sunny summer months.

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Beach days are one of those outings where it’s easy to make choices we might not normally think twice about—grabbing bottled drinks, individually packaged snacks, disposable cutlery, plastic toys, or other single-use convenience items simply because they feel easier in the moment.

With summer approaching and vacation planning underway, I’ve been thinking more about ...

Earth Day this year was all about the actions we can take as individuals to make a positive impact on our planet and work towards a more sustainable future. That’s why transitioning into No Mow May is a perfect way to keep the individual actions going.

What is No Mow May?

No Mow May was started in 2018 by a UK organization called

A sustainable Mother’s Day is about more than skipping plastic—it’s about choosing thoughtful, low-impact ways to celebrate the people who care for us, whether that’s a mother, grandmother, or chosen family member.

Each year, I struggle to find something meaningful that also won’t add clutter or waste. Traditional gifts—with excess packaging and short lifespans—neve...