For Quality Of Life, the Little Things Add Up
posted on 3 May 2011 | posted in
Cars and Transport
Whether you live in a big mansion or a small cottage, you want to take pride in your home and your neighborhood. One way you can make a big impact with a small action is to make sure you take care of your yard, the sidewalk, and the street in front of your home. When the outdoor places around your home look neat and tidy, your neighbors are more likely to take care of their yards. Many civic organizations will "adopt" a section of roadway. They might even use a road sweeper hire company for their cleaning plans. Their members will gather for a day, armed with garden gloves and trash bags, and pick up the litter. In some municipalities, judges will sentence non-violent criminal offenders to a trash detail. When visitors drive through a downtown area, they are much more likely to stop, have lunch, and shop if they feel safe. Having clean roads is the first step in promoting a safe image. I remember one time when I was driving to a nearby city and took the wrong exit. I ended up in an unfamiliar place. I immediately felt unsafe. And the reason for my uneasiness was the sheer amount of broken glass, scattered paper, and assorted litter that I saw all around me. I got out of there as quickly as I could. Had the area been neat and tidy, I would have stopped somewhere, gotten gas and maybe something to eat, and asked for directions. I usually don't mind getting lost. It gives me a chance to explore new places. But, in that case, getting lost was scary, not adventurous. So to ensure the kind of good quality of life we all want, do your part. If someone drops some trash near your house, pick it up. Keep your yard tidy. Compliment your neighbors on how nice their lawns look. Above all, don't litter!
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