I vacillate about purchasing new appliances as the old ones will go in the landfill, right? If appliances are still working, even if they are less efficient, I don't like to get rid of them for new ones. For example, our dishwasher is the original from our house so it is 24 years old. However, it still works. Should I get a new dishwasher that would be more energy and water efficient but this one would go to the landfill and get a new one that may last 15 years?

I have a really hard time throwing things out that are still useful. I am one to hang on to those items and just replace as necessary with items that area more efficient. My last oven I actually just replaced the element on it and kept using it until the whole thing went out. I feel so much better about spending 30 and keeping something that still works and repair within reason.

I agree! I have also learned to enjoy how flavorful fruits and vegetables are when they are in peak season.

I like using a quart size glass mason jar and aim to drink at least two of those per day of just water. As we get older, our thirst response lessons so it is easier to become dehydrated. Your kidneys love just plain ol' water to help flush them out.