About six months ago, I bought some really cute reusable shopping bags from Central Market. They sat in the bottom of my pantry for four months. I pulled them out and took them on my weekly shopping trips a few times, forgetting to take them into the store half the time.
When I learned that most grocery stores will give you a small credit for using reusable bags, I made a concerted effort to remember every week, but I still found myself forgetting about them in my pantry. When my mom came to visit a few weeks ago, she suggested just keeping them in my car. (Hello! Why didn’t I think of that?!)
Now I use them every time I shop. I even use them at places like Walgreens, CVS, Hobby Lobby, and Michaels. In addition to not using plastic bags anymore, it’s easier to carry my groceries in the house…more stuff fits in the reusable bags.
I also (gasp!) started buying recycled trash bags. They work just as well as traditional trash bags, and cost just about the same when I combine coupons/sales.
I haven’t quite joined the “organic only” produce bandwagon, but if given the choice with a comparable or slightly higher price, I’ll buy organic. This is a good article that explains the benefits (health and environmental) of buying organic produce. It also suggests the top 12 fruits/veggies to buy organic, based on residual pesticide percentages.
If you are thinking of using reusable bags, here’s an assorted 5-pack of really cute designer bags for $14.95 on Amazon. Who wouldn’t want to go shopping with such a stylish bag?
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I've been using those for a while and yes I keep them in the trunk of my car. It also keeps you from having to store or throw away all those plastic bags. Joy has the Central Market bags. Mine are a collection of State Bar seminar bags, charity event bags and what not. They are also easier to carry because the canvas straps don't dig into your hand as much.
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