EcoPerks

With dinner eaten, the table cleared, and my husband monitoring the kids’ bath time, I begin my now ritualized game of “Low Water Kitchen Clean Up.” Turning a mundane task into a game might sound a bit silly, but I’ve found the added challenge of conserving water while doing the dishes has brought an element of fun to this chore. Another added benefit: without the constant sound of water running, I can catch almost every word of one of my favorite NPR shows, “Fresh Air,” which airs just after our dinner time most nights. (more…)