We recycle, use our own refillable stainless steel bottles, compost, use reusable grocery bags and mesh produce bags, buy in bulk and opt for cardboard packaging over plastic, say no to the straw & disposable utensils, and try to avoid unnecessary waste as much as possible. Yet, we still have to put out the trash once or twice a month. Admittedly, I have tossed old socks in the trash. We can always do better. Thanks for the tips and the reminder. Good article.