It's Good to be Green

"You are by accident of fate, alive at an absolutely critical moment in the history of our planet. Anything else you're interested in is not going to happen if you can't breathe the air and drink the water. Don't sit this one out. Do something." ~ Carl Sagan

These words ring in my ears as I watch the wild weather on the news - Alabama, Missouri, and even Pennsylvania (!) - it makes me wonder. I think about our beautiful, miraculous planet Earth. I think about us clogging her with our endless waste and pollution. How much more can she take?

Going back to that little blue book, "How many people does it take to make a difference?", it states:

"When you're confronted with a problem, don't get down - get excited, get involved. A problem is an opportunity to do something generous or positive for the world."

Here is my example --> I have made it my mission to use those reusable shopping bags each time I grocery shop. Simple. It took some time, I must admit, but it has finally become a habit. (cheer!) Each time I come home without a single plastic or paper bag, it feels good. My next goal, is to tuck one in my handbag (fancier one) and pull it out at the mall. I have way too many of those paper shopping bags from clothing stores. Another habit or two perhaps? ;)

"Green is not a thousand conscious choices every day. It's not just a philosophy, it's a commitment and a way of life. It is being part of the solution."

Tricia

ps - again, thanks to the little blue book for the above quotes..check it out for yourself!