Breakfast: Banana, Peanut Butter, 2 Cuties Clementines
Lunch: Cliff Bar, 2 Cuties Clementines, 1 Liter of tap water
Dinner: Chipotle burrito, 1 liter of water, cookie dough ice cream
I purchase the majority of my food from Publix, while some of it comes from restaurants like Chipotle. The oranges come from California, the Chipotle is mostly from the west coast as well. The water is from Lee County Water Treatment Plant in Fort Myers, and the ice cream (Bryers) comes from Maryland.
While I would like to eat more local food, it is not realistic financially (as a college student). It is economically sustainable however, employing truck drivers, food makers, other distributors. I think that the way I consume food is intentional because while 40% of food in America goes to waste, I try not to add to that statistic.
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
Estero Island Historic Cottage
Our trip to Estero Island was a refreshing change in pace from our normal 8-9:15am classroom setting. It had been some time since we went on a field trip and while the weather was once again overcast, it certainly didn't stop us from enjoying the experience.
We first got an introduction to the island and were treated to some stories about the legendary Jo Hughes, who unfortunately was not able to make it. After speaking with my roommates, who have all taken Colloquium and know about Ms Hughes, I had a realization about the impact that this class has on FGCU students. They all know her as the sea grape jelly lady at the historic site and as minor as that fact is, she has created a legacy within FGCU and in the community.
Our walk was filled with numerous random facts that all peaked my interest. These bits are information are always so fun to use to educate others about Estero Island or Southwest Florida. Sitting here with study guides and homework up to my neck and a million things standing in my way of Spring Break, I'd give just about anything to be able to have another few hours like we did on Wednesday to enjoy the trails of Estero Island.
I think that it was a good use of tax dollars to preserve this land, especially with how quickly the rest of the island is developing. It is unfortunate however that is has to be a constant battle between builders and those who wish to preserve certain lands. Throughout everything we've read it seems that land preservation agencies usually get the short end of the stick, but Estero Island Historic Cottage and the trails surrounding it was a huge win for Southwest Florida.
We first got an introduction to the island and were treated to some stories about the legendary Jo Hughes, who unfortunately was not able to make it. After speaking with my roommates, who have all taken Colloquium and know about Ms Hughes, I had a realization about the impact that this class has on FGCU students. They all know her as the sea grape jelly lady at the historic site and as minor as that fact is, she has created a legacy within FGCU and in the community.
Our walk was filled with numerous random facts that all peaked my interest. These bits are information are always so fun to use to educate others about Estero Island or Southwest Florida. Sitting here with study guides and homework up to my neck and a million things standing in my way of Spring Break, I'd give just about anything to be able to have another few hours like we did on Wednesday to enjoy the trails of Estero Island.
I think that it was a good use of tax dollars to preserve this land, especially with how quickly the rest of the island is developing. It is unfortunate however that is has to be a constant battle between builders and those who wish to preserve certain lands. Throughout everything we've read it seems that land preservation agencies usually get the short end of the stick, but Estero Island Historic Cottage and the trails surrounding it was a huge win for Southwest Florida.
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