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Find someone to admire. Anger. Frustration. Guilt. Uncertainty. Fear. These emotions can consume us. However prevalent though, they should never serve as a guide. Instead, inspiration, conviction, confidence, assuredness, and happiness should take th… more »

It's now safe to say that most Americans are tired of guzzling gas. I've dreamed of the day when it would end, since before I could even drive. Knowing the perils of oil consumption, I'm still forced to participate in the process. All these years later, with no alternatives in place, in a country that refuses to entertain solutions not tethered to resource exploitation, I must still get in my car, turn the key, and contribute to the problem. more »

There are many reasons why we garden: food, beauty, recreation, real estate value, etc. And there are many commercial enterprises at the ready, hoping you'll buy their plants. Like fancy packaging on junk food, plants of poor quality are dolled up for sale day, especially the ornamental perennials and bi-annuals. more »

It's no secret that I like trees. Since today -- April 27, 2012 -- is a holiday for trees, this week's One Thing is: Celebrate Arbor Day The most popular way to celebrate Arbor Day is to plant a tree. But that may not be possible for you,… more »

Where would we be without water? It's key to life on Earth. When then flush excessive water down the toilet? more »