Longtime No Blog or Green Me

Well, it's been a long time since I've been here. Let's just say my writing has been concentrated elsewhere.
I have made a step towards self improvement that I can be pleased about. Recently I have been more environmentally minded. More 'green' if you will. I am a pessimist and have never been a great believer that one person can make a difference, and certainly not a weak-willed ninny like myself. However, when it comes to the things like littering and the environment I am of a different frame of mind all together. I can concern myself with reducing my own carbon footprint.
I have taken steps towards that end and am pleased with the results. I started easy. I began taking reusable cloth bags to the grocery store. It's actually quite amazing how good it feels to not walk out with a handful of plastic or paper bags. The cloth bags are easier to carry too! Bonus. Following that train of thought I always try to take water to work in a sports bottle and bring my travel mug to the coffee shop. I need to work on the travel mug. Mine is often dirty and I think about it as I'm rushing out the door for work. Every time the barista hands me my paper cup I am disappointed in myself.
I finally went down to my local community center and picked up a couple recycling bins. I live in an apartment complex that has less than 10 units. I learned to my dismay that small complexes like this are not required to provide recycling units. So now I have my own bins and am set to recycle. I smile every time I see those bright blue beauties sitting in the kitchen.
Now on to saving energy. I pay for my heat/electricity, so there is the added bonus of reducing my bill. I try to turn off my computer when I'm not using it, but old habits die hard. I do turn off the air at night and use fans. I also purchased compact fluorescent light bulbs.
Last but not least, I looked to my cleaning products. I have biodegradable all natural laundry detergent, dish soap, shampoo, and conditioner. There are probably many other ways I can 'clean up' my act, and I look forward to finding them. These were just a few easy adjustments that make me feel like I can really make a difference. Yea for Mother Earth!