Gardening Tip!
Consider creeping thyme for pathway groundcover or to replace grass areas due to its low-growing, aromatic foliage and ability to tolerate light foot traffic. It's a low-maintenance option that can soften the look of hardscaping by filling gaps between pavers and stones. Here's why creeping thyme is well-suited for pathways:

• Low-growing and dense: It forms a dense mat of tiny leaves, creating a soft, ground-hugging appearance.
• Fragrant: The leaves release a pleasant, herbal scent when stepped on.
• Foot traffic tolerance: It can handle light foot traffic, making it suitable for walkways.
• Low-maintenance: It requires minimal care, including weeding and occasional pruning.
• Drought-tolerant: It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a good option for dry climates.
• Aesthetic appeal: Its compact size and fragrant foliage add visual interest to hardscaped areas like pathways.
• Versatile: It can be used in various garden settings, including between pavers, along edges, or as a groundcover.

I realized how aware I am of my eco challenge goals and am putting them into practice. Turns out I'm not very good at visiting the site to Check-In..haha

I noticed my elderly neighbor rarely put out their recycle bin so I laminated a the Waste Management flyer and gave it to them. We talked through what should and should not go in the recycle bin. They were very grateful and I'm looking forward to seeing their recycle bin out more regularly now.

Fun fact: Beavers hate the sound of rushing water. Their ears are so sensitive that they’ll s tart building a dam the moment they hear even the tiniest trickle—which is why they’ re so quick and efficient at construction.

When adding signage to renovation and construction sites, make them generic and laminate so you can reuse on different projects.

Save the Bees! 10 Ways to Save the Bees...https://thebeeconservancy.org/10-ways-to-save-the-bees/

Happy Earth Day! One goal I had for this Earth Month/Ecochallenge was to reduce my paper towel usage. When working from home I have been able to switch to a cloth napkin for meals and use dish towels instead of paper towels and it has made me aware of how little thought I was giving to using multiple bleached paper towels each day and how easily that can be avoided with multi-use washable towels!

I connect with nature by watching and talking to the birds that are around my property. This little guy thought it might be a good idea to build his nest on my front door. Movement of the door frightened him away.