Why People Should Recycle

Facts
1) 70 percent of the garbage in America is recyclable.
2) Only about 32 percent of our trash is actually recycled.

That means, that another 38 percent of our trash can still be recycled.  If 30 percent of our garbage isn't recyclable, and we have 38 percent that is not being recycled.  That means, that over half of our garbage going into dumps, is NOT being recycled.  This could have a negative impact on the environment.

I'm guilty myself of throwing away plastic and paper.  If we didn't throw away so much plastic and paper, our Garbage bags would take forever to fill up.  Therefor, reducing plastic use even more.

We as a whole, need to take responsibility for our own actions.  Even on a low level such as recycling metals, plastics, and paper can have a huge impact on our lives.  This will not only save our resources for future generations, but it'll cut down on our oil use as well.

(This part taken from About Environment

Overall, the two scientists estimate that meeting U.S. demand for bottled-water—assuming the 2007 consumption rate of 33 billion liters—requires energy equivalent to between 32 million and 54 million barrels of oil. The energy required to satisfy the global thirst for bottled water is about three times that amount.



So, as you can see, our part is just as important for the use of plastic.  Not as many people recycle that should be.  This is something that we can all do to help.

The Problem With Paid Programming

Many people like to watch TV.  I'm a big fan of it myself, although I haven't been watching much of it lately.  Why?  Most of the stuff I have access to is garbage.  Right now, I have only digital TV.  Not Cable, not Satellite, non of those.  Just plain old TV.  Seriously, what's worth watching on plain old TV?  On top of that, the reception is absolutely horrible.  "Oh, it's better than just having an antenna," they said.  That's a load of Bull, when every so often the picture fades in and out or loses connection completely.

This new Digital TV is the worst thing ever.  Seriously, if you're thinking about saving money by switching to Free TV, don't do it.  If you can safely afford to that is.  Although, this post isn't really about Digital TV now is it?  Oh, yes, that's right, gotta stay on track here.  Getting carried away with my rambling.  Paid Programming?  Why does it suck?  What can I do about?

For years now, Cable and Satellite TV have been at war.  Cable has been known as the money pig and Satellite has been known to have less of a Reception.  But, why should I pay for it?  They won't let me choose what programs I want to pick.  Over half the stuff on TV, I don't want to watch.  So, why bother?

Well, there was a company that offered a Pick Your Own Channels package.  I'm going to have to do a bit more research into this.  Although.  Direct TV is become a bit more to my liking.  I might have to check out Cable as well.  What are your thoughts?  What TV service do you use?  Are you happy with it?  Yay, or Nay?