Several years ago I shared my day-to-day experiences about returning to a simpler, healthier, more sustainable lifestyle. By definition, rural living suggests simplicity, but that is not always true. For example, Wheatland had recycling drops at the dump for only some items. When I decided to get serious and create a zero-waste home, I had to save up items and unload when I was near a town with more kinds of recycling bins. Another example: finding organic foods.

At that time, I learned many ways to buy second-hand, reuse items, or donate so others can reuse. I purged my home and garage of excess possessions (sold some on E-bay and Amazon books), and before my recent move, I seriously down-sized by holding a large yard sale.

Then, the transition to my new little town started. Where are those recycling bins? Where is that dress for work? Dress shoes? Which box has my Wonder Bag low-energy cooker?  Back to old habits: throwing away things, impulse buying for a few necessities and so on. The result: I am off the simplicity wagon.

Now that every box is unpacked it is time to get back on that wagon. I have the recycling bins in place, I have located a few thrift stores (bought a chair), my possessions are paired down, my house open and uncluttered, and I find organic food online. I added some helpful websites to my online news feed and fired up Pinterest–the source of great ideas and inspiration.

So, off I go on another simplicity journey. With few camping adventures to share, I will spend some time sharing my newest efforts at sane living. I hope you will follow along.