Thursday, August 6, 2009
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Acknowledging the bounty and potential in living a simple life.
Inspired by the creative ways that folks support and feed each other.
I really want to vote for this amazing Brooklyn co-op, but there's at least a month's wait to join. Are Trader Joes and Whole Foods a good alternatives? Otherwise we'll be spending a fortune at these cute little "green markets" that charge a fortune (even by NY standards). We scoped out the local supermarkets, but they're closer grossery stores. Any words of wisdom for the frustrated shoppers?
ReplyDeleteThat is an interesting conundrum. The reality of affordability is humbling, but even so its really important to know that the power of choice is still available. Local co-ops supporting local products and local farmers is pretty dreamy, but a waiting list and probably high prices can be a challenge. I think each person with cash in hand needs to make a choice moment by moment that is right for themselves. If you are shopping at Trader Joe's, and they have many great healthy products, be aware of packaging. If you have the luxury of time to cook, buy products that are basic and simple and avoid prepared sauces, mixes etc. At Whole Foods, stick to local, stick to small footprint products. Check out if there are any local buying clubs, or start your own. If you can find enough people you might be able to get an account with a natural products distributer (Mountain People's out here in Portland). A buying club allows you to buy in bulk which makes it easier to buy good products with less packaging for cheaper money.
ReplyDeleteThe bottom line for me when spending money on anything is to acknowledge that it makes a difference, and a choice of one product over another is a vote. And that means, sometimes I don't vote in alignment with my ethics. But a lot of times when I walk away after a purchase and I have just spent some hard earned cash at a business I believe in..I feel like I am a part of the movement towards creating better options for every person.