GRRRRREEEN????

[I've had a hard time finding the energy to post something on my blog...this one really got me going. That's even over Drew's birthday party and so many other blog worthy events]

There are times that I find it hard to find the words to describe how I feel in English. This one was one of them!!

So, my family is making the minute effort to do our part to save the earth and be green. It first started with one "green" grocery bag given to us by my boss. Then the energy efficient bulb in our closet. To continue our efforts, I took the plunge and bought a whole pack of "green" grocery bags from Costco. These bags are huge and heavy duty!! The biggest bag can fit Drew comfortably in it and probably withstand her weight. Doesn't say much since she's barely 28lbs but you get the point.

At first it was hard to remember to bring the bags into the grocery store. I finally got in the routine to do it. I know this is a new thing and everyone is trying to do their part. For the most part I can tell the cashiers and baggers don't per say love them but they smile politely in approval. They are ackward to bag and to carry BUT WE all should do our part, even if it's inconvinient.

Today, we went grocery shopping. This was my first "big" grocery trip since I got the "green" bags, so I took my 6 green bags in. When we got to the checkstand, we proudly handed the bags to the cashier. It was so weird. It was almost as if they had never heard of them and had no idea what to do with them. The bagger even asked "is this for the frozen items?". I was confused, but politely said "they should be able to hold anything".

Both Frankie and I stood in amazement watching the bagger AND the cashier, put things in plastic bags and then in the "green" bags!!! I wanted to say something, but as you all know, I hate shopping (any kind) and at this point, I just wanted to get out of there. When we got to the car both Frankie and I were so confused, bothered, irritated, at the fact that all 6 bags were only filled in 1/5 of their capacity and the rest of our groceries were out in plastic bags. As we proceeded to load them in the trunk, we were able to fit all the bags in the green bags and one was even left empty. It wasn't as if we bought $100 worth of bread. Everything we had was smash proof!! ES EL COLMO!! (grrrr??) That's all I can think of.

One good thing...I got 30 cents (5 cents per bag) credited to my bill.

OH YEAH!!! that's another thing...so, we're all trying to save the planet, but then we get a mile long receipt with surveys and advertisments, even when we just buy one item!!! What is that about??? Roberts Crafts is a perfect example on how NOT to save the world.

In retrospect, I wish I would've just unbagged the groceries and took back the plastic bags to prove point. I should also call the survey numbers and give them some real feed back!! One of these days (when I get another spurt of energy) I should contact, both Albertsons and Roberts Crafts and give them some suggestions. If any of you work there or know someone that works there, feel free to tell them for me.