Do people recycle more for the sake of the planet nowdays?  

Actually, people oversee the reason to recycle, here in my country mostly practice recyling because of its monetary rewards. There are recylcers who buy used bottles, papers and the likes and they really pay pretty well. So, I guess the motivation is mainly financial.

that would be great but every time i go shopping i get way to much to carry just one bag

I know I do for sure. I have all sorts of those bags from different stores and yes I use them. I don't forget them at home. After I use them they go right back in the car.

I am actually very short on plastic bags anymore because I use the reusable so much.

I think it is a great idea to recycle and you do an excellent job Judging from the people we see at recycling centers, I'd say more people are recycling things.