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April 1 - April 30, 2020

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Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.

To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife Research a Wild Animal
    What interesting facts did you learn about the animal you researched? What are some of your favorite things about this animal?

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    Yamil Adams 4/26/2020 9:57 PM
    I researched on javelina's. Some facts about then are, they can be found in the deserts of southwest Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, southward through Mexico and Central America and into northern Argentina, one major adaptation for survival is the fact that javelina live in large family groups. The average group size is 10 or less, but a few herds have known to number up to 53 animals, javelina are classified as herbivores. My favorite thing about them is their appearance. I think pigs are cute, these aren't nearly as cute but they still look cool.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Climate Stay on the Ground
    What was your process like for restructuring your trip? How can you avoid more air travel in the future?

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    Yamil Adams 4/26/2020 9:51 PM
    Iv'e been travelling a bit with my family recently ( in the car just looking around, not actually getting out ) and it's been nice. One time when I was younger, me and my family drove all the way from here to Los Angeles and it took about 14 hours. I don't mind long drives. Sometimes depending on the distance, you can make a trip faster on a car than a plane. To avoid air travel i just won't go.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
    How does knowing the difference between use by, sell by, and best by dates empower you to make better decisions?

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    Yamil Adams 4/26/2020 9:42 PM
    I would say it only betters your decisions in the amount of waste you create. I can make more aware of if you need to throw something away or not. You can wait a few more days even after somethings best by date, that just means the time the thing is at its best quality. And manufacturers ensure with the sell by date that the product will have a long shelve life.

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    Karomi Contreras 4/24/2020 8:45 PM
    My familiy and I also use recycled bags and water bottles.

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    Karomi Contreras 4/24/2020 8:44 PM
    My family and I always try to don’t use many plastic for our mane activities,and when we go to the beach we pic up trash.

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    Karomi Contreras 4/24/2020 8:43 PM
    I join it because we have to thank the planet form many things,well not many EVERTHING, because everything we have it’s because of the earth.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Action Track: Earth Day Together! Earth Day Action: Write a Love Letter, Poem, or Song to Earth
    What are you grateful for about our planet? Share what you created or your general thoughts of love and gratitude with everyone else!

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    Karomi Contreras 4/24/2020 8:41 PM
    I’m grateful because it gives us life,and hope to see next generations 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Learn the Truth About Expiration Dates
    How does knowing the difference between use by, sell by, and best by dates empower you to make better decisions?

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    Ella Dardeau 4/24/2020 4:41 PM
    It allows you to not toss food prematurely just because you think it's expired. 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Fresh Water Dishwasher Efficiency
    How can your region/household prepare for changing water situations in order to become more resilient?

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    Ella Dardeau 4/24/2020 4:40 PM
    By taking care of the water we have now, and preventing damage before it happens.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife Use Reusable Bags
    What do you do if you find yourself in the situation of needing a bag for items but don't have a reusable one with you? Carry things out in your hands? In a cart? Accept a disposable one? If you find yourself in this position often, what system could you put in place to try to create a successful habit of not using plastic bags?

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    Ella Dardeau 4/24/2020 4:39 PM
    If you end up being forced to use plastic bags, you should save them for later use and not throw them out. Or you can send them to be recycled.