This time of year is so depressing for me- we have so many plastic bags stuck in trees. I do my best to not use them. In another month, it will be warm enough to get outside and clean out the garbage that has been blowing around the last few months.
Diane, I have to ask: you seem surprised to see this- it this uncommon in the EU for plastic to be flying around or litter to be on the ground? It is way too common where I live.