I’m Very Conservative
Contributed by Lela Ryterski
I lived in a dry cabin and hauled water
I learned the preciousness of clean water
I now have water delivered.
I scrub the dish and turn on the faucet to rinse,
Then I turn it off until the next rinse.
Washing up is the same.
Brushing my teeth is the same.
I save my dirty laundry until I have a full load.
I use the least amount of toilet paper—
Three sheets most of the time,
Because I value trees. They provide clean air.
They provide food and shelter for many animals besides us.
I use scrap paper for lists, ideas, doodles…
I use half a sheet of paper towel at a time.
I compost so I have less garbage.
It helps the tree near my house thrive.
I wash zip-tie plastic bags.
I haven’t had to buy any in a very long time.
Waste is a sin—on so many levels!
Waste not, want not. I lack nothing.
Live simply so others may simply live.
