You see, I was once under the impression that plastic bags helped save trees so therefore I should use them.
Recently, I have come to understand that the misuse of plastic bags(ie littering)by simple folk leads to the death of marine mammals who normally feed on jellyfish. Plastic bags look like jellyfish, and suffocate unsuspecting animals.
So, although I am careful with my use of plastic bags and believe not one has ever escaped my possesion improperly, I am attempting to use fewer(if not completely discontinue my use of) plastic shopping bags.
Also, a handful of students are begenning a movement to encourage retailers in our local(oceanside) community to discontinue their use of plastic bags.
:-D
