It is an end of the an area for Austin, Texas. This is the last week that we will be able to freely obtain single-use plastic bags or paper bags from our grocery and retail shopping establishments. As of March 1st the city has placed an ordinance against them being handed out. There are many people who are mad about this and for reasons that I think are just from plain ignorance but the majority of Austinites are thrilled to abide by bringing their own bags. Me?! I am very relieved not to have to hassle with plastic bags anymore! I hate having to carry those god-for-saken junky things that break before we get them in the house. Granted we always have a double use for them since we own a pet. But thank goodness we are being more responsible to the environment and more responsible to ourselves. Why should it not be our duty that we bring our own bag to the store. Other countries do it.
Now to only get a Publix grocery store to Texas...
Well, at least we have the Whole Foods world headquartes here.... no other can compare to our beautiful downtown store. Heck it is the best place in town to stop for lunch.
