How (and Why) I Kicked the Paper Towel Habit

Pioneering the Simple Life has become my conscience these days! They tell me what I already know (and sometimes what I don’t), but don’t get around to acting upon and then I am forced to confront my insertia and do something about it. Here is a prime example. We as a family are some of the world’s most profligate users of paper kitchen towels and I admit I am mostly to blame. Dishcloths fill me with horror because of all the bacteria and take so much washing and rinsing out; when there’s a spill it’s so much easier to grab kitchen paper and just throw it in the bin. I justified my use by buying recycled amd then composting them after use. I am now rethinking this tactic after reading this post. You should too. And be sure to read about shop receipts too. BPA is toxic and is everywhere – even in our recycled paper products!