Whether you are an old pro at recycling, or you are just trying to learn about ways that you can implement it in your own life, there is an abundance of information available out there for people like you, who care enough about the environment to do things that will make a difference for the better. Although the recycling rate in the United States is getting better, there are still some areas that need improvement.

Recycling Do’s And Don’ts:

Recycling glass can be done if it is clear and unbroken. Broken glass or ceramic pieces cannot be recycled because they are too hard to sort and process.

Newspaper is a one of the primary recyclable materials. It can be recycled if it is clean, dry, and not moldy. To recycle newspaper, tie it together with natural twine or pack it tightly in a brown paper grocery bag. Do not send in rubber bands, product samples that come with the paper, or the plastic bags that it came in, because it makes it harder to sort.

Metal cans, lids, bottle tops, etc. are all candidates for recycling. Just make sure you clean them first. You cannot recycle magnetic metals, full cans, or cans that have paint or other hazardous materials on them.

Plastic is another great recycling product. Find plastics that are marked number 1 or 2 and the recycling symbol. Lids are not always made of the same plastic, so check them for a number. If it is not marked, then it is not appropriate for recycling. Plastics marked with any number from 3 to 8 are also not appropriate for recycling. In fact, these plastics can actually ruin a whole batch being processed by contaminating it!

Grocery bags are easy to recycle. If the bags are plastic with a number 2 or 4 recycle logo, you can take them to a recycle drop off spot or to a grocery store that accepts used bags. If the bags are paper, they can be put in mixed recycling drop off locations. You can also personally use these bags over and over until they wear out. Do not recycle bags that have food, mold, dampness, or dirt on them.

Junk mail, magazines, computer paper, phone books, cereal and shoe boxes, are all recycling material. So, instead of tossing them in the trash can when you are done with them, or storing them in your garage or attic, give them a second life. Stickers, food wrappers, laminated paper, neon paper, milk cartons, napkins, and thermal fax paper cannot be recycled.

Aluminum from pots, window screens and outdoor folding chairs can be recycled as long as they don’t have any non-metal parts attached to it.

Batteries can be recycled if they are the right type such as a car battery or a cell phone battery. Call 1-800-8BATTERY for more information about how and where to recycle batteries.

You can recycle clothing, computers, cell phones, eyeglasses, appliances, furniture, etc. It all is in your attitude and your effort. If you have the desire to recycle you can find a way to do it.

Margarette Tustle writes ideas for home and family. Find recycle resources for recycling at dailyrecycle.com.

Story Structure Templates are the fastest way to write screenplays. One of the most well known and often used templates, which goes beyond three and four act structure, is the Hero’s Journey. Arguably, all stories are a variation of this template and the Lone Wolf is one of the most successful of those variations.

The Lone Wolf template is best explained with a combination of Arthurian Legend archetypes as well as Hero’s Journey archetypes. A hero journeys to another land to discover the cause behind the death of blood relatives. A battle with Demon Kings, Enemy Knights, betrayal of an Oracle, Mentors, Shape Shifters and a growing set of revelations result in a Final Conflict and eventual catharsis. This hero can also be considered an anti-hero and this template allows for his final death with the inclusion of a Dark Knight.

The Lone Wolf story structure template consists of 56 sequences, which translates to approximately 2 pages per sequence to complete a full length screenplay. The first eleven sequences include:

1) The (developed) Hero interacts with a Demon King (1) and his Queen. There is a deep, forbidden relationship (maybe sexual) between the Hero and Queen, however, the Demon King is unaware of it and would disapprove if he knew. The Queen is uncomfortable with this situation but the Hero must keep it secret or similar, due to his dependent relationship with the Demon King, the Demon King’s strength or that the Hero is in fact a Knight in the service of the Demon King.

2) The Hero feels the need to embark on an adventure, to discover the cause of a recent tragic event, where a family member died – he suspects that the relative was murdered. The Demon King warns the Hero not to embark on the adventure; references to the dangerous nature of the adventure and the land therein; references to the dangerous nature of antagonists he will encounter there; references to the dangerous nature of the hero himself; references to the hero’s status. Reasons may be given as to why the Hero must embark on the adventure. The Demon King may forbid the Hero to travel to the adventure; he may not desire relations with that Kingdom jeopardised.

3) Hero journeys to the land of the adventure. En route, we learn more of his character through his behaviour.

4) Hero arrives at the land of the adventure and makes his way to a social arena, usually an inn, which is full of strange and unfamiliar creatures. The (high) status of the Hero in this place is established. The Hero has arranged a meeting with a Mentor, who was familiar with the deceased and the events surrounding the death. However, the Mentor does not appear. The Hero (may communicate with the Mentor) is suspicious and learns somehow that the Mentor is not interested in this interaction.

5) The Hero enters the home or territory of the deceased relative, with special knowledge gained through some past experience. It is a dark and unwelcoming place. The Hero feels he is being watched. He finds a Magical Aid there. There are reminders of the blood relative’s death, perhaps even the body of the relative waiting to undergo a death ceremony. The Hero demonstrates empathy and a closeness with the deceased.

6) The Hero finds a Safe Haven, where he meets an Ally (1). The Hero explains the rules and may have to buy the Ally’s allegiance.

7) We learn more of the Hero’s character through his behaviour.

The Hero investigates the death, by asking specialists, to see if it was caused by some foul play. There is no indication of foul play.

9) The Hero meets the close relatives of the deceased – who are also related to him. The Hero queries them of the circumstances of the death. Indications as to how he died are given.

10) The Hero and the burial ceremony are being watched.

11) The Hero empathises with the relatives of the deceased and offers to provide support. He mentions his plans to marry the Queen, who is of course the property of Demon King (1) -this also implies a coming conflict between Hero and Demon King (1).

The Hero’s Journey and Lone Wolf story structure templates can be found at http://www.managing-creativity.com.

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Kal Bishop, MBA

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Kal Bishop is a management consultant based in London, UK. He has consulted in the visual media and software industries and for clients such as Toshiba and Transport for London. He has led Improv, creativity and innovation workshops, exhibited artwork in San Francisco, Los Angeles and London and written a number of screenplays. He is a passionate traveller. He can be reached on http://www.managing-creativity.com.