Comments on: Thoughtless Habit

By: Courtney

Courtney — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 01:23:53 +0000

I was doing the EXACT same thing with the dishes. I am now trying to be more aware of when I'm doing while I'm at the sink, and now just get a wet soapy rag, wash all the hand-washables, then turn on the water to rinse them all. Such a simple thing, but something I never really thought to do. Great post! Courtney’s last blog post..Organic hot dogs, anyone?

By: Scott @ The Passive Dad

Scott @ The Passive Dad — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 22:13:18 +0000

Oh boy, I'm guilty of all but one above. I had to laugh when I read the haircut and shampoo comment as I always fall for it each time. I also rinse all of our dishes before putting them in the dish washer. I don't like removing clean dishes and finding food still stuck on. I also also am guilty of running the sink until the hot water comes out to wash my hands. I hate washing my hands with cold water. I guess it's like taking a cold shower. Scott @ The Passive Dad’s last blog post..Money Saving Tips From ehow Friends

By: Susan Gaissert

Susan Gaissert — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 21:52:44 +0000

Thank you for this: I’m always trying to remember to turn the water off while I brush my teeth and while I wash the dishes in the sink. Glad to see that someone else struggles and cares.

By: Amanda

Amanda — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 18:12:31 +0000

You caught me! I have been doing some of these things myself. Especially the one about leaving that water running while washing dishes. Yes, I rationalize that one too.

The sad part is that I have a dish drainer that is made to sit on the counter beside the sink, and I don’t use it. Maybe, I will go dig it out and actually use it for a change.

Thanks!

By: Beth @ Smart Family Tips

Beth @ Smart Family Tips — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 13:00:41 +0000

Thanks for the post. Up until a couple of years ago, I used to always leave the water running while I brushed my teeth — completely out of habit. It took a while for me to train myself not to do this, but it’s now become habit to turn it off. After reading your post, I’m now thinking through my day and trying to find other areas where I do dumb things without thinking about them.