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Do you have a hard time remembering to take your reusable totes into stores with you? I do, at least for non-grocery stores. I’ve trained myself pretty well to remember to bring at least one in with me, but when I shop for other things, clothes, household items, etc. I rarely remember.

But I’ve come up with a couple of ways to help me out.

First, after emptying my bags, I put them on a hook by the front door so when I’m grabbing my keys and purse I can grab them too. If you don’t have a hook or place to put them by the front door, how about putting a note on the front door or with your keys reminding you to grab them as you walk out.

Second, I put a little note on my car dash to remind me. I usually store my tote bags in the back of my car. And as we all know, out of site, out of mind. Hopefully, with a little practice I’ll get the hang of it. Depending on where you shop, some stores are offering a little credit when you bring your own bags. In my area, Whole Foods and Target both offer this, although at Whole Foods I’ve always donated my credit. I know it’s not a lot, but I hope that it will add to others and make a difference.

Do you have any ideas on how to remember your totes?

Jane