Happy Earth

In our quest to enjoy our beautiful planet we are often times causing more harm than good.

Gary Snyder stated ""We need to make a world-scale "Natural Contract" with the oceans, the air, the birds in the sky. The challenge is to bring the whole victimized world of "common pool resources" into the Mind of the Commons. As it stands now, any resource on earth that is not nailed down will be seen as fair game to the timber buyers or petroleum geologists from Osaka, Rotterdam, or Boston. The pressures of growing populations and the powers of entrenched (but fragile, confused, and essentially leaderless) economic systems warp the likelihood of any of us seeing clearly." (Practice of the Wild essays)

So what shall we do, are we truely doomed, shall we simply lie down and watch the world fall around us? Of course not, it takes little by little. What I do in my home is passed on to my children and reduces the footprint we are leaving. I can also take what I know and pass it on.

As a family we are seeking not only to reduce our waste, but to look for alternatives that will ensure a home for future generations. Simply steps such as not leaving the water running while brushing teeth and recycling are a start. I find it is also necessary to enjoy nature, get out and remember what you are fighting for. Living home in the Air Conditioning gives a false sense that all is okay....enjoy nature....love what you are fighting for!

How about a push mower...good exercise and less cost and waste on fuel. We are also looking to only plant what is natural in our region. Of course, this is West Texas so that could simply mean cactus, but lo and behold there are other plants. Planting native plants will reduce the amount of watering needed to maintain a beautiful landscape. Look into natural pest control as well reducing the chemicals in the air and chemicals on your body and in your system.....