"That's what HE said..."

I feel like this is cheating somehow since I didn’t write it…

But as people who do bad things are known to do-- I am trying to make myself feel better about doing something that makes me feel guilty, by coming up with justifications of why I should proceed with the questionable act...

Yes, I'm arguing with myself (yet again), that since the following would be enjoyable and relevant for you to read (and really, it's all about YOU, dear reader. Q: Why would I ever want to withhold the good stuff from YOU? A: I wouldn't!), and I’m not trying to play it off like I wrote this, it’s a good thing for me to share my awesome findings with you?

It’s like recycling other people’s creativity! Yes... that soothes my conscious and makes me feel ok about this...

So, today on this blog I discovered called "CheapHealthyGood," there is a whole list of “eco” quotes from the quirkiest of kooks on NBC's "The Office." Please enjoy the following list of the best Dwight Schrute-isms (which I cherry-picked for you), followed by it's eco-relevance:

DWIGHT SAYS: “Michael always says ‘K-I-S-S. Keep it simple, stupid.’ Great advice. Hurts my feelings every time.”

DWIGHT MEANS: Fresh, simple ingredients are the best way to a cheap, healthy meal.In other words, eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants. Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, dabs of dairy, healthy fats and lean meats are the building blocks of delicious dinners and happy digestive systems. In the long run, they cost less and taste better than pre-packaged stuff, too. (and probably have less bugs and mouse parts in them...?)

DWIGHT SAYS: “My grandfather left me a 60-acre working beet farm. I run it with my cousin Mose. We sell beets to the local stores and restaurants. It’s a nice little farm ... sometimes teenagers use it for sex.”

DWIGHT MEANS: Buy local.Not only does it support neighborhood farmers (who need security to keep randy kids away), but food that’s shipped from nearby tastes better, is better for you, and is easier on the environment. See here for more.

DWIGHT SAYS: “Yes, I have decided to shun Andy Bernard for the next three years, which I'm looking forward to. It's an Amish technique; it's like slapping someone with silence. I was shunned from the age of 4 until my 6th birthday, for not saving the excess oil from a can of tuna.”

DWIGHT MEANS: Save leftovers, or suffer the terrible consequences.Whether it’s excess mashed potatoes or those last two slices of pizza, try to pack your extras away. It’ll keep your portion size down, make a delicious office meal the next day, and put your lunch money back where it belongs – in your pocket.DWIGHT SAYS: "Oh you know that line on the top of the shrimp? That's feces."

DWIGHT SAYS: “Whenever I’m about to do something, I think, ‘Would an idiot do that?’ And if they would, I do not do that thing.” (This is my favorite, hilarious yet insightful.)

DWIGHT MEANS: Find a food anti-idol.Imagine your most extravagant friend. You know, the high roller - the one that doesn’t think twice about his finances. For what does he dole out the most dough? If he’s anything like my big-spender buds, it’s food. Learn from his bad example and try to use good judgment when buying groceries, ordering out, or settling down for a restaurant meal.

DWIGHT SAYS: [to Toby's daughter] “Hello, tiny one. YOU ARE THE FUTURE!”

DWIGHT MEANS: Teach your children well. When it comes to eating and budgeting, kids learn largely from the examples set by their parents. Whether it’s having dinner together or serving more vegetables, changing a bad habit or starting a few good ones will benefit them for life.

(In the spirit of things, just"recycling" a cutie dog picture I found.)