I am not alone

Recently, I have met and been excited by people who get "it". People in all walks of life who understand beyond the gas crisis that we have a choice in how we live, how we work and what the quality of our environments should be. Earth Day was celebrated in my Home town, finally. People who want to make a difference gathered in one place on a cold, rainy parking lot and field to talk about, demonstrate and educate all of us on the choices that we have available.

Products ranging from non-toxic cleaners, to earth friendly bakery snacks were on display. Someone even had the nerve to bring an alternative to the automobile, a bike. It was if I had just met some long lost cousins, not fanatics, but people who are united in efforts to make a difference in our community and ... The world.

This past weekend my husband and I took the time to enjoy nature, we had a picnic in the park. We watched as the ducks swam by, the children laughed with delight as they threw bread crumbs into the water. The breeze created small but concentric waves in the soothing and restful water. The clear blue sky and new leaves of Spring welcomed our presence as much as we welcomed theirs, it was peaceful, beautiful and sustainable. We will return.

My purpose is not to lecture, preach or reprimand; but as we get older we should learn to appreciate those things which we have traditionally taken for granted. We should be aware and appreciate the air quality inside and outside, the natural materials and fibers that are provided by Mother Nature, the intelligent use of space within out homes and work places, utilize our life experience and knowledge to reduce and reuse.

It's all about what we know, how we choose and the promise to do better.

know. choose. promise.