Marilyn Derksen

Take 1 hour in the morning, first thing to be thankful, pray and study my Bible and prepare my heart and mind for the day ahead.

I will replace 3 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will take a 15-minute walk outside each day.

I will write down three things every day for two weeks that I am grateful for or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

I will take a walk each day.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will practice the seven principles of leave no trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 3 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

I will spend 15 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

I will exercise daily for 15 minute(s) per day for two weeks.

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.

I will replace 30 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.