A Locavore’s Dilemma

Just say no to plastic

In 2007 I said no to food in plastic.  I stopped cold-turkey.  Which I mean even deli meats prepared (cooked) in plastic wrap.  It is a hard resolution to keep as even organic catsup and peanut butter are still using plastic, mostly.  This year I am trying to rid my home of other plastic, as it off gases forever.  This is even more difficult.  In my lifetime modern plastic was invented and we have become addicted to it. 

I just returned from a Caribbean island where it is everywhere, at the century old fort, in the harbour, on the streets and it is blocking the gutters and drains.  Our hotel employed two people just to pick up the plastic cups and butts from the beach!  Canadians to the rescue!  I was pleasantly surprised that most yearly visitors had there own Timmy and other reusable cups, mugs and even wine glasses, good for them!

Many stores here are now charging for plastic bags or not providing them at all.  Great!   Food containers will take a little longer but every time you choose glass over plastic you are helping to send the message to the manufacturer. 

So take a reusable bag or container, cook an extra piece of chicken for you lunch, and drink tap water because you are lucky that you can!