Doing her part to save the Planet.

Did you know that it takes about 75,000 trees to produce just one Sunday edition of the New York Times?  And, did you know that if everyone used one fewer paper napkin each day landfills would have 1 BILLION less pounds of paper?  These are just two interesting facts that I learned from Marty Jo McGrath who has embraced the phrase: “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world, indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has” (Margret Mead).

I sat down to interview Marty Jo because she embodies the idea that you shouldn’t refrain from doing something because you think you are too small make a difference.  Instead, she took an issue that is incredibly important to her, environmental awareness, created a plan and started spreading the word.  She has compiled a fact sheet that lists 75 ways you live “greener” and has been sharing her list with mom’s groups and community groups over the last year and a half. (more…)

 

Mother’s Day 2009

I am sitting in the same chair I sat in one year ago when I wrote my very first “blog”.   I am amazed at what I have learned in the course of the year.  I have learned about courage and kindness from the women I have featured.  Talking to others has caused me to examine my own strengths and weakness too.   I am thankful for my readers who keep me going through their kind words.  I hope I can put together another year of interesting articles!

This has been an emotional (both happy and sad) week for several reasons:  I started a new birth control pill, which has made me slightly crazy.  Space Studio, where I have taught spin class for 2 years is closing (last classes were today). My first grade son performed in a class play at school.  And, most importantly, today is Mother’s Day.

I am anxious to hear how all of you spent your day- I imagine it will be a topic of conversation for the next few days as we all run into one another at school drop-off etc.  For me, today wasn’t much different from most the days of my year.  But, I say that in a positive way because I really enjoy most the days of the year!  If you all are reading and rolling your eyes at me- just give me a minute to explain: (more…)