It really is true that actions speak louder than words.
Since I have changed my way of thinking towards sustainability and consumerism, my behaviour towards 'things' and waste has obviously changed too. The type of food we eat, product packaging we buy and 'things' we accumulate (or more accurately don't accumulate) are noticed by others. I don't mean this in an holier than thou way, but subtly.
As a positive result, I find that it is starting to rub off on others. So much of living a little greener is about awareness. There are so many issues that until only a few years ago I hadn't really thought about. I earned money, I could buy things, I could put my rubbish in the bin and it then became someone else's problem.
It is great to see others starting to think too. Gavin's latest post made me think about my own situation at work. It is really nice to get a response from someone about how they now think about their waste a little more. Food can be composted, paper and cardboard can be recycled or composted, and juice boxes really are the work of the devil. By doing what you really believe and committing yourself to it, other notice and start to ask questions. There is no need to stand on a soapbox and preach. Giving people information, when asked, is a great way to make a change. I feel that Gandhi's quote "Be the change you want to see in the world" is relevant. I want a world that cares about its people and environment, and I hope that my actions may help others think about that too.
There are so many fabulous people out there who inspire me and get me thinking.
Who gets you thinking?
Take care
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Friday, June 24, 2011
Giving Day is On My Mind
Once again I'm joining in with On My Mind.
I have been thinking about the gooseberry seedlings that I potted last Sunday. So far only 2 haven't made it so I am really happy that that one little clump of green leaves that was in the garden bed last weekend now is 42 little plants that will hopefully go forth and multiply.
It is wonderful to see that so many of these plants have now grown a fourth leaf in only a few days.
My plan for these little babies is to distribute them during Giving Day in a week's time. Over at Sow. Give. Grow. we are planning a mass day of trans-plants.. We are hoping that other Sowers and Growers will join in an leave little parcels of seeds or a seedling in their neighbourhoods for a Grower to find and re-home.
There is much excitement around here in the lead up to next Friday and we hope that others see the possibilities and join in the fun.
We would love you all to join in (and spread the word).
Take care
I have been thinking about the gooseberry seedlings that I potted last Sunday. So far only 2 haven't made it so I am really happy that that one little clump of green leaves that was in the garden bed last weekend now is 42 little plants that will hopefully go forth and multiply.
My plan for these little babies is to distribute them during Giving Day in a week's time. Over at Sow. Give. Grow. we are planning a mass day of trans-plants.. We are hoping that other Sowers and Growers will join in an leave little parcels of seeds or a seedling in their neighbourhoods for a Grower to find and re-home.
There is much excitement around here in the lead up to next Friday and we hope that others see the possibilities and join in the fun.
We would love you all to join in (and spread the word).
Take care
Monday, June 20, 2011
Fracking for Beginners
I was pointed in the direction of this great video to help explain fracking.
Take care
Edit - Take Actions in Australia
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Edit - Take Actions in Australia
Sunday, June 19, 2011
Seedlings on a Sunday
What better way than to spend a rainy Sunday afternoon planting out a group of gooseberry sprouts into their own little seedling pots.
A clump of greenery had recently appeared in one of the garden beds. I had originally thought these to be basil plants as there had been a plant is the same spot last year. On closer inspection, and after asking Mum, they have turned out to be gooseberry plants. As many of them had now developed their third leaf, it was the perfect opportunity to give them a bit of space of their own.
I sat and made some of the seedling pots that I can now just about make in my sleep. I started with about 20 and thought that there would be enough. Not likely. I know it would have been easier to actually sit and count how many little sprouts there were, but they were so intertwined that I just kept guessing. After a few trips between the table, to make more pots, and the garden, to plant them out, I have ended up with 44 little seedlings.
Each has been given a good drink and is about to be placed in the little hothouse to get a little bigger and stronger. I have some friends who have already asked for a plant or two, and I am sure that some of these will make their way to Sow. Give. Grow.
We have just started a new little project over at Sow. Give. Grow. Head over and read all about Giving Day. I would love you to leave a comment if you think this is something you might like to join in. Pass it on.
It has been a great way to end the weekend.
Take care.
A clump of greenery had recently appeared in one of the garden beds. I had originally thought these to be basil plants as there had been a plant is the same spot last year. On closer inspection, and after asking Mum, they have turned out to be gooseberry plants. As many of them had now developed their third leaf, it was the perfect opportunity to give them a bit of space of their own.
I sat and made some of the seedling pots that I can now just about make in my sleep. I started with about 20 and thought that there would be enough. Not likely. I know it would have been easier to actually sit and count how many little sprouts there were, but they were so intertwined that I just kept guessing. After a few trips between the table, to make more pots, and the garden, to plant them out, I have ended up with 44 little seedlings.
Each has been given a good drink and is about to be placed in the little hothouse to get a little bigger and stronger. I have some friends who have already asked for a plant or two, and I am sure that some of these will make their way to Sow. Give. Grow.
We have just started a new little project over at Sow. Give. Grow. Head over and read all about Giving Day. I would love you to leave a comment if you think this is something you might like to join in. Pass it on.
It has been a great way to end the weekend.
Take care.
Saturday, June 18, 2011
Are you up for the challenge?
The wonderful girls over at W.M.R.C. Earth Carers are setting a Plastic Free July Challenge.
Instead of me rewriting their post, why not head over and take a look for yourself.
This is something I am certainly going to join. Do you think you would like to have a go too?
Take care.
Instead of me rewriting their post, why not head over and take a look for yourself.
This is something I am certainly going to join. Do you think you would like to have a go too?
Take care.
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Yoghurt + Flour = Gozlemes
With the yummy yoghurt making that has been going on here, it got me thinking about some camp cooking we did last year.
I am not really one for camping, especially when I know there is a perfectly good bed not too far away. Our compromise with the kiddies was to do some cooking over a camp fire.
I had found a wonderful gozleme recipe a few months earlier over at Slow Living Essentials and knew that it was really simple and everyone would be happy with the results.
With the glow of the fire and the chatter of family poking and prodding at the embers, we cooked away watching the dough turn to a gorgeous golden. This is certainly the sort of food that needs to be eaten to keep out the biting cold.
If I remember correctly the compromise even ended with us all going inside to eat. Much warmer there.
On another topic, we have had the first Non-Bruisemouse-or-J trans-plant over at Sow. Give. Grow. Thanks so much to Gooseberry Jam for playing along. We are very excited.
Take care
I am not really one for camping, especially when I know there is a perfectly good bed not too far away. Our compromise with the kiddies was to do some cooking over a camp fire.
I had found a wonderful gozleme recipe a few months earlier over at Slow Living Essentials and knew that it was really simple and everyone would be happy with the results.
With the glow of the fire and the chatter of family poking and prodding at the embers, we cooked away watching the dough turn to a gorgeous golden. This is certainly the sort of food that needs to be eaten to keep out the biting cold.
If I remember correctly the compromise even ended with us all going inside to eat. Much warmer there.
On another topic, we have had the first Non-Bruisemouse-or-J trans-plant over at Sow. Give. Grow. Thanks so much to Gooseberry Jam for playing along. We are very excited.
Take care
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Fracking
Normally a Saturday night at home would involve a fun, no-brainer movie with a few giggles (and some chocolate). Last night was a little different. Last night we watched Gasland.
It left me with a mixture of sadness, anger and frustration.
It is as though the people in the positions of powerthink believe that there is not a problem if it in not happening in their community. The companies do not take responsibility for gas and other toxins in household drinking water that was uncontaminated before the nearby fracking started. People are having to prove that the fracking caused this rather than the companies proving that it didn't. We all know it did. Some of the companies are even trucking in fresh drinking water for some of the families but they are still not admitting that they have caused the problem.
Although this evidence is out there for the world to see, Australia have still decided to go ahead with this practise. This is already happening in Western Australia and in areas close to homes.
"While the process is banned in France and parts of the US, Canada and South Africa, "fracking" - where sand, chemicals and millions of litres of water are blasted underground to rupture rock and release trapped gas - is happening in WA."
In a country where water is such a valuable resource, the governments are allowing fracking. Not only does this contaminate the drinking water (with hundreds of chemicals drilled down into the coal seam that then seep back into the water) but also 400 to 600 truckloads of water are needed for each hole to be drilled.
Four Corners report.
When there are so many renewable, sustainable, safer energy options available, why is this allowed to happen?
Take care
It left me with a mixture of sadness, anger and frustration.
It is as though the people in the positions of power
Although this evidence is out there for the world to see, Australia have still decided to go ahead with this practise. This is already happening in Western Australia and in areas close to homes.
"While the process is banned in France and parts of the US, Canada and South Africa, "fracking" - where sand, chemicals and millions of litres of water are blasted underground to rupture rock and release trapped gas - is happening in WA."
In a country where water is such a valuable resource, the governments are allowing fracking. Not only does this contaminate the drinking water (with hundreds of chemicals drilled down into the coal seam that then seep back into the water) but also 400 to 600 truckloads of water are needed for each hole to be drilled.
Four Corners report.
When there are so many renewable, sustainable, safer energy options available, why is this allowed to happen?
Take care
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