1. Conservation and Me: a memoir
Saving Water
Conservation and Me: a memoir

2. Why do I want to save water?
The land lord for the property that my work is at, during the summer, will water the same patch of grass all day long.
I asked my manager for the phone number of the land lord so I could make him aware, and she laughed at me.
This made me realized that nobody takes saving water seriously.
I decided to do whatever I could to do my part to save water.

3. I only water the lawn 3 times a week and only for 20 minutes.

4. I turn off the water when I’m brushing my teeth.

5. I water my lawn after the sun goes down.

6. I only shower for 10-15 minutes.

7. I bought water efficient appliances.

8. I fixed the leak in my bathtub.

9. I cut my grass longer so water won’t evaporate out of the ground as fast.

10. When it rains I collect the water from my down spout in a barrel and I water my plants with it.

11. I used moisture control potting soil for all my plants
I used moisture control potting soil for all my plants. They don’t need as much water.

12. I tell my friends and family to do the same.

13. Have I made a difference?
First and foremost, my water bill is much lower since making these changes.
I have influenced others to make small changes as well.
I have a new sense of pride knowing that I am helping make a difference.