When most people think about littering, they picture plastic bottles bobbing in the ocean or fast food wrappers tumbling across the sidewalk like tumbleweeds of shame. But there’s one sneaky little pollutant that often flies under the eco-radar: the cigarette butt. Let’s talk about why cigarette butts are a big environmental problem and why, if you're a smoker, it’s time to quit the flick.

Even if you are a firm believer that Mother’s Day should be honored every day, it’s nice to have a special day dedicated to celebrating these people in our lives. As with any other celebration day in the calendar, we tend to splurge on gifts to show our love and appreciation, which means the environment takes a toll. Instead, let’s do it in an eco-friendly manner, to also honor Mother Earth during this significant day.