I have realized that I do a lot of things that are “green“. I either forgot I made the change, or it seems so normal now, that I just take it for granted.
This weekend we had a BBQ for some of the teachers from our Children’s Ministry Power Hour. We didn’t buy a bunch of paper goods. We used silverware and glasses and cups from our cupboards and compostable plates. I learned about them from the elementary school were my kids go. It is a certified “Green School”. The PTA has helped that effort by having compostable paper goods at events they sponsor. I set up a “Think Green” area. It included a plastic bin of soapy water for the silverware, a bin for cans and bottles, a bin for the compostable plates, and a bag for trash. When all was said and done, we did not even fill one bag for the landfill!
Many of the guests were interested in the garden and compost; we had a “tour” and they were a bit freaked out by slugs and caterpillars. 
But also amazed at the rich dark soil from the bottom of the bin! Our backyard is full of “green”: Compost bins, clotheslines, a garden, an electric mower, a shade tree for the deck and house.
I have been gradually making changes. Now I am taking a challenge.
I am focusing on the lunch boxes for the kids. No trash! I am hoping that will get them more on board at home too! Will let you know how it goes.
I read about a family who are trying to go the whole year without generating more than 5 lbs of trash.
Sounds cool. I’m always looking for ideas to be smarter in how I personally use resources. Your story is neat.