Hope Springs Eternal

There are opportunities to learn important lessons every day. We just need to be open and pay attention.
While out on our first walk of the day, the FurrButts and I, we came across that dandelion in the picture. It made me smile, stop and think.
I thought about how this little dandelion decided that despite the fact the it’s November, the leaves have all fallen and the growing season is over, it would not be denied it’s chance to bloom and have it’s day in the sun.
It’s a great lesson don’t you think?

Origins of Green ~part two

A wise woman known as Oprah, you may have heard of her, has often said,”When we know better, we do better.”
I’d like you to apply this to yourself and your level of green.
What I’m saying is that there is no bad level of green.  Don’t be intimidated or overwhelmed by all the green speak and washing you are being bombarded with. Anything you do that contributes is worthy and you may actually be greener than you think.
Chances are, for instance, that during the past couple years you’ve tightened your budget against the recession. If you did, then chances are also very good that you’ve adopted some green habits without even realizing [...]