Whether at work or school, we are slaves to that mortal need to consume food as soon as our stomachs tell us it’s mid-day. Sometimes we can’t get through all the packaging fast enough for our expectant taste buds or eager bellies.
Ever wonder why those organic or eco-friendly products cost so much more? Apparently because that’s the way people like it. Researchers are now suggesting, with evidence from a recent study to back their claims, that the new, modern luxury lifestyle is taking the form of showcasing one’s ‘green’ status to the world.
It’s ironic that we still have to address littering in the 21st century, at a time when we’re battling to preserve the very existence of the planet. As unbelievable as it is (unless you look around at sidewalks and streets), littering has long been a blight to society and continues to be one.
August and September are peek months for enjoying locally grown, fresh Ontario produce. According to the Foodland Ontario website, availability for these two months is up near 90-95 per cent for vegetables and fruits of all sizes, shapes, and colours.
Is a recession always bad? For those whose lives have been deeply impacted by it, such as by losing a job, there is no denying it can be a traumatic and unwelcome experience. For others, though, a recession can prod them towards a less wasteful and more realistic course of life.