When committing to a zero waste lifestyle, reducing product waste is a crucial step. For the past five years, our household has implemented the simple yet impactful practice of making our own oat milk as part of our daily routine. This not only eliminates the need for paper or plastic cartons but also allows us to experiment with different options. We've tried nut milk, which was too expensive and unsustainable for us, flax seed milk, which was affordable and healthy but lacked creaminess, and finally, oat milk which is affordable, sustainable, packed with whole grain nutrition and has the perfect creamy texture.

With autumn in full swing and the crisp air calling for warm, comforting meals, today is the perfect day to make some homemade apple sauce using the apples we picked at our local orchard. Not only is it a delicious and healthy treat, but incorporating activities like this into our remote learning/homeschooling routine adds an element of fun and hands-on learning.