Sources of potential information!

Hi Folks!

Sorry it is Friday night when I'm finally putting these up. Take a look and let me know your thoughts!

First, in response to the "what can I do" question

1. VOTE! If you are not registered to vote, get on line, look for your home state's Secretary of State or County Board of Elections web page. They will have the information. For instance go to Google and type in Athens Clarke County Board of Elections. It will get you there. Do it. Now.

2. Get involved! Write to your elected officials. Learn their voting records. Not JUST Congress and the Senate, but Governors, State Legislators, Municipal Officials. Letters Matter. www.Votesmart.org has a great webpage that will help you find this information. Use it.

3. Get more information. There are lots and lots of websites out there. There are lots of books and lots of experts. Become one yourself!

For the web pages- there are some really interesting blogs I like to follow. I'll try to provide a brief summary. They may give you some inspiration and suggestions on "what to do".

Green as a Thistle This is a very funny, honest story of a young woman's attempt to make one green change a day for a full year. It's worth going back and reading from the very start if you are looking for an enjoyable feeling of what can be done. Vanessa also has a bunch of very relevant sites listed on the right side of her blog. The video posted is a little strange, unless you know the history of it. I especially like her last day's post. She raises some good points, and is very honest in her struggles with this effort.

No Impact Man This is the guy who tried to live with no impact for a year in New York City. Personally, I find him a bit pushy, but he's got some good ideas and raises some interesting questions. And really, if it is possible to live with (almost) no impact in Manhattan, how hard it is for the rest of us?


Little Blog in the Big Woods Okay, this guy is awesome. He lives a VERY green lifestyle in the midWest somewhere. And for him, it is not a year long experiment, it's a lifestyle for 31 years. He's sort of got the grumpy old man thing going on, but at the same time, he's very honest, very real, and not into being preachy. Dig it.

Crunchy Chicken A silly name, but a fun site to follow. She's a bit more pop culture, and over all tries to make a difference. Worth a look.

Living on Earth This is actually the website for an NPR (National Public Radio) Show on the environment. It's pretty good.

and of course, my own blog about building my office - which is sorely out of date (Hey, it's because I'm hear with you guys! - I'll update it soon - and will be having a Plaster Party or two in May! You're welcome to come help throw plaster, if you want!!)

That should be enough to get you going on the blog front. Look around. Ask questions. THINK!!!

And have a great weekend!

BTW, I'm gone Saturday to Venice, back Sunday. If you need anything re: your projects or otherwise, give me a holler.

Best,
Mary