wrap rage

I have to say that I find myself conflicted at times between buying from Amazon versus buying from my local family owned bookstore. I know, on the surface, it seems like a no-brainer, but there really are benefits to both, economically and environmentally. And, I have not yet come to any conclusions, so sometimes I just find myself toggling between the two.

Amazon really is a great company. One fundamental reason, for me, is their concern about the environment. First, they cam out with the Kindle, which I have had the pleasure of experimenting with over the last few days, and it is GREAT! But now, Amazon is piloting a new program.

If you go to their website, you can read more about it. A new policy has been created to lessen packaging. They say it is because of wrap rage, and I TOTALLY get that. But the added benefit is the reduction of crap in the trash, therefore in our landfills.

This is very innovative and forward thinking on the part of a corporation. I whole-heartedly commend and thank them for making a difference!