2008 is nearly upon me.

i have to say, i cant believe 2008 is nearly here. but, i'm also exicted as this is the perfect time to start transforming my crazy and stressful life into a calm one. doing some research online for like-minded people, i came across a few sites/groups that promoted a 'but nothing for 12 months' mentality and lifestyle. this got me thinking (well, i was honestly thinking about this before i did my research but this just confirmed my thinking) that this is something i'd like to try. i feel overwhelmed by the amount of stuff in my house and it always feels cluttered, no matter how much i clean it. so, 2008 will be the year i dont contribute anymore to the clutter in my house and actually start getting rid of what is currently existing.

i need to work out some of the ground rules but thus far i have come up with:

• no new clothing (other than shoes or undies...although i'm sure i can figure out how to sew some lovely knickers so i'll try not to buy these)
• all cleaning and washing supplies must be fully used up before buying new, and then i can only purchase enviornmentally friendly products (
• no eating out (unless its completely necessary and work-related)
• no driving the car to work during the winter
• will starting biking to work in the spring (or late winter...dependant on the weather cuz i'm a wuss and i hate being cold...blah)
• grocery shopping can only be done once a week (no more quick jaunts to the store for those "oops, i forgot something" excuses)

so yeah, thats it so far. i'll be thinking of more over the next day but starting january 1st 2008 my debit card/paper money/cc's will all be staying home. scary.

Footprint Quiz

Very handy and eyeopening:
http://www.earthday.net/Footprint/