tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post2949402926095067905..comments2024-02-05T06:21:26.373-08:00Comments on acte gratuit: A Look At Life In Between Naps.: It's In The Bagacte gratuithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168815832920494463noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-9583319479990231782008-06-02T22:41:00.000-07:002008-06-02T22:41:00.000-07:00"Yea, all things which come of the earth, in the s..."Yea, all things which come of the earth, in the season thereof, are made for the benefit and the use of man, both to please the eye and to gladden the heart; Yea, for food and for raiment, for taste and for smell, to strengthen the body and to enliven the soul. And it pleaseth God that he hath given all these things unto man; < bold;"> for unto this end were they made to be used, with judgment, not to excess, neither by extortion." Doctrine and Covenants 59:18-20 <BR/>>FOXhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13339827577882577417noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-73975793750571206012008-06-02T16:37:00.000-07:002008-06-02T16:37:00.000-07:00Emily,With 30,000 hits on your blog, you need to l...Emily,<BR/>With 30,000 hits on your blog, you need to look into sponsors and or advertisers. With you about to spend 3 years in Japan, what an opportunity for someone to capitalize on your writing talents to advertise. <BR/> <BR/>Also, I read your many responses on the plastic bags and maybe you need to point out that you believe in God and that He created the earth and filled it with resources, food, water, etc, and gave men dominion over all of it. (See Genesis) Yes we need to be careful and good stewards, but God was far-sighted enough to make the earth sufficient to hold and feed all those who have come and will yet be born, until the end. As you said, we should be more concerned with those who would take away our agency and not the trivial impact of using tissue-thin plastic bags.<BR/>DadAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-22162319482829897402008-06-02T10:25:00.000-07:002008-06-02T10:25:00.000-07:00Amen! I also do not throw them away. We have a h...Amen! I also do not throw them away. We have a handy caddy thing in our pantry to stuff them in for reuse. When that is full, I stuff extra bags into one big bag, and when it's full, I take them all over to the local superstore and cram them into their recycling box. I feel that I am doing my part, although I actually do like the idea of reuseable bags for smaller shopping trips. <BR/><BR/>I do also make the bagger (much to their dismay) use the fewest possible bags.Linzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06446006591403558226noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-69165314759026042052008-06-01T16:29:00.000-07:002008-06-01T16:29:00.000-07:00Now that I'm past the poopy diaper stage, I wouldn...Now that I'm past the poopy diaper stage, I wouldn't be as ticked if they took away the plastic bags. Since I no longer have a child in diapers, I simply use the bags to line my trash cans and trust me when I say that Doug wouldn't want to hose out MY trash cans everyweek. If I had to scrape wads of gum off the bottom of my multiple trash cans every week, I would be a very cranky mother indeed.<BR/><BR/>The bags that I don't use for trash can liners, I collect into a huge bag and recycle at the bin at the grocery store when I go shopping. I own about 10 reusable grocery bags (and mine are CUTE from Trader Joes) and when I remember to take them in, I use them. Several grocery stores now give a 5 cent credit per reusable bag that you use. That motivates me more than anything. You know how I love a bargain! Oh, and they also fit A LOT more groceries than the wimpy plastic bags. <BR/><BR/>But to all you Mom's with kids in diapers...LONG LIVE plastic grocery bags and good for you for RE-USING THEM!! Reduce, REUSE, Recycle!Girls Galorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00539738469911708313noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-42965164849624883302008-05-31T21:10:00.000-07:002008-05-31T21:10:00.000-07:00Good comment Amber! Thanks for stopping by!Good comment Amber! Thanks for stopping by!acte gratuithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11168815832920494463noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-70520015683990738822008-05-31T18:37:00.000-07:002008-05-31T18:37:00.000-07:00I'm another mom who thinks the plastic bags make w...I'm another mom who thinks the plastic bags make wonderful poop containers...lol. For five years I had two children in diapers, and for six weeks of that, three in diapers. Poopy pull ups and diapers get tied up in a plastic bag before they go out the door to a small trashcan that we empty into our large can when Daddy gets home. I agree, what difference does a thin layer of plastic make on the outside of the diaper.<BR/><BR/>There was a similar debate when I was in high school about the use of disposable lunch trays. Environmentalist clubs raised a petition against them, but I thought they were great because we were able to take them outside to eat. My mom was a cafeteria manager for another school system that had completely abandoned dish machines because they were so costly in terms of maintenance and the thousand upon thousands of gallons of water that was used to wash trays and dishes in them. There are two sides to every story. <BR/><BR/>I prefer reusing my plastic grocery bags to buying liners for a diper genie or special diaper disposal bags, both choices which use those bags only once. I also can tell how low I am on groceries based on the number of plastic bags hanging on my back door. That is unless I've been to Sam's recently. With baby number four on the way, I'm certainly going to continue using my plastic bags. Glad to know I'm not the only mom out there who feels that way.<BR/><BR/>We are also trying to be more green. We've replaced our lightbulbs with the compact flourescent, I have a high-efficency washer and dryer, hubby drives a car that gets over 35 miles to the gallon, and we drive to drive our van as little as possible. You don't have to be 100% green to help the environment.Amber (EyesofAmber)https://www.blogger.com/profile/05891093194171257759noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-84270121639358718832008-05-31T17:41:00.000-07:002008-05-31T17:41:00.000-07:00Thanks for the comment Doug. I'm always intereste...Thanks for the comment Doug. I'm always interested to hear other sides of an argument. Here's the thing; I'm not arguing in favor of plastic, so much as I'm arguing against other people telling me what I should or shouldn't do and how I should do it. <BR/><BR/>Hearing that the choice will be made for me...that sends chills of horror down my spine. Last I checked this is still a democratic society...at least for the time being. <BR/><BR/>I did look at the website you linked. I agree with much of what it asserts. I actually DO care about the environment! But I still maintain I should have the right to choose what is best for me and my family!<BR/><BR/>(I'd also like to mention that when you're trying to bring someone around to your point of view, snarky comments about Suburbans are not helpful. Yes! I actually DO think about the Gasoline shortage quite a bit. And I think we could stop it right now by drilling for oil right in our very own country...like Anwar Alaska. Which would increase the supply, and drastically reduce our dependance on foreign oil! But what do I know? Evidently I'm just a Suburban-driving stay-at-home-mom!)acte gratuithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11168815832920494463noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-21378552313242159582008-05-31T16:24:00.000-07:002008-05-31T16:24:00.000-07:00Doug,I appreciate your comments as I fight for con...Doug,<BR/>I appreciate your comments as I fight for conservation constantly, but I have to ask a few questions of your comments before I get down on these moms who have multiple babies at one time.<BR/><BR/>First, I would like everyone to consider what goes into a water treatment facility. What process is being used? Reverse osmosis? Chemicals? This is a BIG drain from our environment also. Especially here in the US. A question that has to be answered before we resort to washing everything off.<BR/><BR/>Second, we have created a world were we are no longer able to fight disease. Cleanliness is an issue.<BR/><BR/>Third, I am HIGHLY against child labor in third world countries. Do you know where all your enviro friendly items come from. Did the rain forest timber fuel the factory in which they were made?<BR/><BR/>I am not arguing. I just can't decide what is better when I look at the big picture.<BR/><BR/>Since also the diaper will NEVER decompose, a little thin layer of plastic bag around it, is the least of our worries and is basically inconsequential.<BR/><BR/><BR/>and I also sympathize for mommies. The world no longer caters to mothers, or large families for that matter. This in itself is a problem.<BR/><BR/>btw Doug!!! You are way cool!!!! I love this kind of discussion!!!<BR/>ROCK ON!!FOXhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13339827577882577417noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-13103490650121541572008-05-31T15:58:00.000-07:002008-05-31T15:58:00.000-07:00My lunch goes neatly in my reusable lunch bag.my t...My lunch goes neatly in my reusable lunch bag.<BR/>my trash cans remain unlined and hosed out every coupla weeks.<BR/>My grocer smiles and makes me feel good when i hand her 6 bags inside of the 7th bag!<BR/>my wet trunks fit neatly in my waterproof back pack.<BR/>I usually p[efer to ride my bike as oppossed to buy gas since gas is $4 a gallon here- Incidentally did you know that there is an enormous amount of fuel used in making plastic bags??? Do you ever think about what reasons are behind soaring gas prices while filling up your Suburban???<BR/>Bottom line....To continue to use single use bags is not going to be a choice for you. The world and your local store will eventually decide for you! (thankfully!!!). This is the part you are missing about the issue. Soon enough you will either have to reform- or stop eating i guess? <BR/>Its very sad to hear people fighting for plastic...give me a break!<BR/><BR/>doug<BR/>www.reusethisbag.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-91278092214202555822008-05-31T08:21:00.000-07:002008-05-31T08:21:00.000-07:00Thanks for your comment on my blog. It means a lot...Thanks for your comment on my blog. It means a lot. <BR/><BR/>I just love the title of your blog. A look at life between the naps...perfect. I certainly could have used that.amy gretchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09655435486863334720noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-41772201539282551602008-05-31T07:18:00.000-07:002008-05-31T07:18:00.000-07:00Hey, thanks for all the comments from the new-come...Hey, thanks for all the comments from the new-comers and lurkers!<BR/><BR/>Randa Joy, I do know disposable diapers are bad for the environment. But I've come to terms with it. No matter what we do as humans, we'll always have an impact on the environment, probably a negative one (no matter how well intentioned we are.) I think environmentalists fail to accept this. I think the best thing to do is concede that we WILL do some harm. And then do as much good as we can.<BR/><BR/>But for me, the pro's of disposable diapers will forever outweigh the negative environmental impact. (I admit to being extremely selfish!)<BR/><BR/>Also, did you know cloth diaper services were found to be not environmentally sound because of the chemicals they use to clean the diapers as well as the enormous amount of water and electricity required?<BR/>But that's a whole other post...<BR/><BR/>Thanks again for the comments! <BR/>My blog-esteem is through the roof!!!acte gratuithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11168815832920494463noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-58581197222694043432008-05-31T07:10:00.000-07:002008-05-31T07:10:00.000-07:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Bartimaeushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13405256375139134129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-6122854873885510982008-05-31T04:42:00.000-07:002008-05-31T04:42:00.000-07:00I may actually have thrown a couple away yesterday...I may actually have thrown a couple away yesterday without reusing them. sorry. (they may have been left out on the counter for too long. =))<BR/><BR/>But I'll vouch for you that 98.9% get reused.Bartimaeushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13405256375139134129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-71480988470285760732008-05-31T02:38:00.000-07:002008-05-31T02:38:00.000-07:00Maybe you should start buying/using disposable dia...Maybe you should start buying/using disposable diapers?... Sinner!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-5605923651898524062008-05-31T00:27:00.000-07:002008-05-31T00:27:00.000-07:00I wholeheartedly agree with EVERYTHING you said in...I wholeheartedly agree with EVERYTHING you said in your post. I will actually use paper bags at Trader Joe's or Whole Foods because they have handles. If the grocery store is too cheap to get paper bags with handles, though, I won't even consider using them. <BR/><BR/>I, however, am drowning in plastic bags--why, I don't know. I usually squeeze 4 or 5 diapers in one plastic bag (see what a conservation genius I am?) Maybe I am buying too many groceries. I'll give it some thought. But I do NOT throw them away without some offending object inside of them. That you can be sure of.Polliwoghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03417693301697370757noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-76649894485554320142008-05-30T22:10:00.000-07:002008-05-30T22:10:00.000-07:00You have a very good point! I forgot i reused the...You have a very good point! I forgot i reused the bags for poopy diapers! Guess I'll be using them again. My friend took her "new" bags to walmart and the checker made my friend bag her own groceries! I would need way to many of those new bags to put all of our food in!Jennhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18133849641026989983noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-77394367682324359782008-05-30T16:14:00.000-07:002008-05-30T16:14:00.000-07:00I'm having Hollywood withdrawals SO I came on over...I'm having Hollywood withdrawals SO I came on over per her referral. Anyway I too re-use plastic bags for many things including poo containment. I feel really guilty about using disposables but haven't yet switched over. I think if any environmentally conscious person read this post they would find it crazy ironic that your main premise for keeping plastic bags in stores for reuse is for diaper disposal because they would argue we should stop using disposable diapers anyway. I know this is totally a hypocritical comment b/c as I said I use disposables BUT my babe is 18 months and I just barely became aware of the impact of disposables on the environment. http://www.punkinbutt.com/pdfs/dd-envr%20costs.pdfranda_joyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13762737188214475334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-36228341151641847332008-05-30T14:50:00.000-07:002008-05-30T14:50:00.000-07:00Emily! This is embarrassing to say as a scientist...Emily! This is embarrassing to say as a scientist (who is viewed as always being obnoxiously environmental) but I have been known (when I am low on plastic bags) to go buy a soda and say---<BR/><BR/>hey can you guys sextuple bag that soda for me! I don't want it to fall through!!!!<BR/><BR/>really I am out of poop holders!!!!!<BR/><BR/>there is a grocery bag recycling center in every walmart! -- there was my obnoxiously environmental jab- for this scientist!!!FOXhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13339827577882577417noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-50139164480542564652008-05-30T13:57:00.000-07:002008-05-30T13:57:00.000-07:00I do know one person who throws away the plastic b...I do know one person who throws away the plastic bags without re-using them. My mother-in-law (cue law & order music) She's crazy though.Lizzyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06280042173347569010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-44581744499863598602008-05-30T12:11:00.000-07:002008-05-30T12:11:00.000-07:00Triple Amen (agreement here enough to come out fro...Triple Amen (agreement here enough to come out from blog-stalking). Hooray for the Reuse Plastic Grocery Bag Movement!<BR/><BR/>I always look at my huge load of grocery bags at the end of a shopping trip, and wonder how people can buy only like 5 reusable ones.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14927880073065518182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-62896467046357537382008-05-30T09:57:00.000-07:002008-05-30T09:57:00.000-07:00Amen! Preach it! :) They are a MUST HAVE for our p...Amen! Preach it! :) They are a MUST HAVE for our poopy diapers too!Marnihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08548637505246301403noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16717816.post-38134036482761475302008-05-30T09:47:00.000-07:002008-05-30T09:47:00.000-07:00Amen! We are starting to run low on plastic groce...Amen! We are starting to run low on plastic grocery bags ourselves, and the culprit here is Brett who prefers paper to plastic. Great, the paper bags have handles - but DO THEY CONTAIN THE POOP?!?mama bearhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03360266225425139882noreply@blogger.com