Meet my new designer bag. It's made of durable nylon, has comfortable handles and was only 99 cents (hence my buying a few more) at Trader Joe's. I swear it was designed by Jimmy Buffet. Doesn't it look like a beer ad?Now when I go into any store, I whip out my new shopping bag, which folds nicely and fits into my purse, and ask the cashiers to use it instead of "paper or plastic." I try to sound laid-back about it so they won't think I'm one of those environmental fanatics who go around burning new homes or checking people's floors for sustainably grown hardwoods.
Sometimes I feel a little self-conscious carrying a bright blue surfboard-motif Trader Joe's bag around Target or an upscale grocery store. But then I remember my ultimate goal of being an eccentric old lady who tells dirty jokes, and I realize I need to practice.
Who knew trying to be environmentally responsible could be so much fun?
2 comments:
I have a TJ's bag too... mine is kinda salmon-colored with hibiscus all over it. I have my knitting in it right now. I love yours too... and I need a TJ's run again! Gotta get me some mac nuts!
I've seen those & have been tempted to buy them. The commissary has these ugly green ones - definitely not as fun as the Trader Joe bags. I tink so I finally going get some. You have encouraged me! :-)
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