What have we done?
It will impact our son.
The earth weeps.
We still have time to make a leap.
To rectify what we reaped.
Do not sleep.
The time is now.
We still can plow,
so that we can endow. 

Again, another easy google search identified numerous templates for a household readiness plan. I showed my husband who was shocked these existed. We started to fill it out and will commit to complete this weekend. 

My husband manages commercial property and while we were not able to get the audit done before eco challenge ended, I am very excited to hear the results and how they will compare to the different properties. So many operational costs and they keep increasing, this is a smart way to potentially reduce those while reducing our carbon footprint as well. 

I was relieved to see it was not difficult to find guides for disposing hazardous waste. Years ago this info would not be easy to locate and even last year I remember struggling a bit. This year a quick google search populated what seemed to be infinite info on topic. I liked Glad's comprehensive guide. Quick and to the point! It is divided by toxic, ignitable, reactive and corrosive. There's some good info on do's and dont's and it is not an overwhelming read. I don't anitipipate I will always remember how to 

I downloaded the Red Cross Emergency Contact Card and provided a copy to my mom and dad so they can post it on their fridge (and keep one in their wallet/car). I will also post one on my fridge in my new home. If anyone wants the file, please send me an email! It's also attached here - hopefully you can access it.