WSW - disowning stuff

Waste Stream Wednesday


Progress

Hang drying laundry prompted the release of cloths, towels, blankets to the rescue mission thrift store. The items were extras, filling empty space, harboring secret emotions and attachments, daily reminders of long ago.

A double broiler ,stainless steel, made in the USA awaited me at the thrift store. The pot for my potions, salves and herbal tinkering, finally manifested itself.

Finding a home for all - disowning stuff

--College textbooks were listed free on Craiglist and snatch up within 24 hours.

--A long battered coffee table with the free sign disappeared quickly from my sidewalk.

--A dump run condemning a particle board desk, stool and cloth to the grave was undertaken.

ADD decluttering tip:

Remove everything from the room, clean with water, and replace only items that satisfy a need . This time and energy intensive task can be simplified by making piles of items with the same function. Replace the necessary items first.

What No More Recycled TP at Costco

Costco has discontinued their Kirkland Signature recycled paper toilet paper.

and subsequently received this comment :

I am disappointed that you have "deleted" or discontinued your kirkland signature recycled paper toilet paper. Please continue carrying the recycled paper TP, its a great product and good for the earth.

Thank You

Elisa Meyer

Costco Response

Dear Elisa,We appreciate you taking the time to email Costco Wholesale. It is our goal to provide our members with the highest quality name-brand products while keeping our stock focused on the best selling items. Since we price our items as low as possible, all items must demonstrate high sales in order for us to continue to stock them.Our buyers occasionally review the possibility of re-introducing products. I will forward your e-mail to them so they are aware of your interest, as we value our member's input.Thank you,Sue Costco Wholesale Corporation

To Be Improved

Grocery shopping is challenged by reusing plastic bags. The process of finding the right bag for the veggie, fruit, and grain is disorganized and clumsy, creating a logistical problem.


I need to refine my produce bag system.

Landfill