I was reading an article the other day by Joan Rattner Hellman. And I have to say I agree with her when she started the article with the statement: Wouldn't it be great to get your busted and torn stuff-everything from toasters to clothing - fixed for free? The Dutch do. Such a great word - Free.
So, she goes onto say in her article that they, the Dutch, take used things to one of the country's 40 Repair Cafes, where fix-it volunteers do repairs or show how to do it yourself. Now mind you, European country's are only the size or smaller than most of our states.
She goes on to say that the Cafes, started in 2009 by a journalist as a environmental initiative to reduce waste are supported by grants from the Dutch government, foundations, and individual donations. More cafes are in the works.
According to Joan Hellman, she believes the concept may soon cross borders. The Repair Cafe Foundation is fielding inquiries from groups from all over the world about setting up their own cafes.
I personally think this a fantastic idea, the only way you can begin to clean up the worlds environment is to start in your own little corner and let it spread outward.
For more information, go to repair cafe.org. So, go check it out. I don't know about you, but it's time for that coffee break...once again.
Until next time, today and everyday put comfort in your life. Ciao!
