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Constitution Day 2009 is here and there is no better way to enjoy your status as a citizen than to lobby for change. With the debate over health care occupying lawmakers in Washington, environmental issues have fallen out of focus. Today is the day to let everyone know that you have not forgotten.
To celebrate Constitution Day, make an effort to show your eco-consciousness any way you can. From your wardrobe to your lunch, your commute to your dinner, take action to show the environment is on your mind.
Constitution Day 2009 Wardrobe: Showoff Your DIY Creations
Constitution Day is the perfect time to show everyone you are a creative citizen. Dig into your closet for those garments you have made from old and out-of-style fashions and wear them with pride knowing they are great for the environment. Of course, Planet Green has a wealth of information on creating upcycled DIY fashions if you need help getting started.
Constitution Day 2009 Food: Choose an Organic Local Lunch
When it comes to enjoying a Constitution Day Feast, it's best, for your health and the environment, to choose items that are organic and locally produced. A great way to do this is to visit a nearby farmer's market on your lunch break instead of the local fast-food eatery. Or, you could organize an office potluck to get everyone eating from the same eco-friendly menu.
Constitution Day 2009 Commuting: Think 'Bike to Work Day'
It may not be Bike to Work Day, but Constitution Day is still an excellent time to show people you are a green citizen by cycling, walking, or at least taking public transportation, to work. Added bonus: Everyone thinks you are really cool when you walk into the office with one pant leg rolled up.
Most Importantly: Take Action this Constitution Day!
Demonstrating your eco-mindedness is a great, subtle, way to effect change. That said, we still need to take action if we want real change for the environment to take place. Constitution Day, a celebration of citizenship and the rights of every citizen, is the time to make your voice heard. Write a letter to the editor of your local newspaper. Send your thoughts to your elected representatives. Get your neighbors involved. If not today, then when?
