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October 14 - October 28, 2016
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Dorinne Tye

Fortis Construction

"...the life of a man who knows that the world is not given by his fathers, but borrowed from his children -Wendel Barry "

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 145 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    21
    minutes
    not spent in front of a screen
  • UP TO
    40
    gallons of water
    have been saved

Dorinne's actions

Health

More Fruits And Veggies

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Energy

Turn it off

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

COMPLETED 5
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

Happiness

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.

COMPLETED 4
DAILY ACTIONS

Nature

Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset

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

COMPLETED 4
DAILY ACTIONS

Water

Brush My Teeth Without Running Water

I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

COMPLETED 5
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Whole Food Diet

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.

COMPLETED 4
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Say No to Seafood

I will not eat seafood.

COMPLETED 4
DAILY ACTIONS

Waste

Use Reusable Bags

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Eat Mindfully

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Buy from a Farmers Market

I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste

Recycle all Recyclable Materials

I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Less Screen Time

I will replace 7 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS

Waste

Avoid Disposables

I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS

Participant Feed

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    Dorinne Tye 10/19/2016 9:35 AM
    Before I even knew what happened, I had a paper plate with food on it in my hands.  Worrying about the food I wasn't supposed to be eating, I missed the way in which it was offered.  Opportunity for growth. 

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    Dorinne Tye 10/17/2016 10:12 PM
    Another day, another challenge, another success. 

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    Dorinne Tye 10/16/2016 6:11 PM
    Started the day with a beautiful sunrise in search of healthier lifestyle options. I didn't even know this little town had food co-ops & CSA's. I'm feeling grateful EcoChallenge kick-started change for me. 

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    Dorinne Tye 10/15/2016 8:00 PM
    Seeking sunsets in the rain...
    A little tiny bit of color peeked through the clouds and rain.  It's not the best picture quality but I wanted to share the effort and results.

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    Dorinne Tye 10/14/2016 9:29 PM
    Most missions accomplished; power, water, seafood and gratitude! There was no sunset, but I tried! There should be a weather disclaimer for that.
    Flu included many trips brushing my teeth saving 8 gallons each which surprised me. 
    Moving room to room seeking comfort, I kept circling back around to turn lights and electronics off. Even though I'm not home that much I can see I waste energy by leaving lights and electronics on more than I thought I did.
    There was also my refusal of dinner brought to me from a seafood restaurant. 
    ...and still somehow manged to be grateful, thankful and speak it joyfully through a fever and mean it. Funny thing about gratitude, it grows on you and everyone around you. I like that!

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    Dorinne Tye 10/13/2016 7:35 PM
    This inspires me to do so many things I've been planning for years, but will do 'tomorrow.' 
    Life is better when I eat and live differently while contributing to the planet and society I live in.  
    Excited to be moved into action!