I’d consider myself a nature lover. I like to visit my regional parks, go for walks in the woods, check out the birds, that sort of thing. And I strive to teach my children that nature is sacred and we are all caretakers of divine creation. But life’s full of trade-offs.

Consider the paper plate.

When it comes to running a busy household, I’ve learned there are times when you simply have to play it a little fast and loose with your principles. There are at least three situations in which it is fully defensible to use paper plates (and plastic cups and utensils). Yes, I’m sure even Greta Thunberg would be on board with these.

You’re ahead of schedule

It’s a borderline miracle. The kids don’t need baths tonight, their homework is done, there’s no soccer practice, your mom dropped off din

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