It’s been a long time since my last blog entry. Chiefly among the reasons why, is that I’ve not known what to write about. You see, there’s an evolving concept known as climate grief or climate anxiety, and historically I’ve felt immune to it. I’ve been hopeful and positive that humanity can see ourselves out …
On Endangered Species Day—and Every Day—Here’s How to Save the Animals
May 17 marks International Endangered Species Day and is an opportunity to celebrate and support all life on the planet. News out of the UN’s Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services released in early May painted a stark picture of life on our planet: human activities have put one million species at risk …
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Solo Travel 101
To travel alone, what does this mean? To some, it might be frightening, uncertain, perhaps even impossible. To others, to me, it is pure freedom. There is an exhilaration, as if your soul is awakened and your arms are outstretched, embracing a world different from your own. Whether you're traveling some place new and foreign, …
Composting in a City
A friend of mine recently asked for some advice on composting in a city. I had NO helpful information for her so I figured I should do some research. My mom has been composting in our family’s backyard since I was a kid, so I’ve known about its existence, but since moving out of the …
Climate Reality: The Training and the Takeaways
Vicky, to my right, was in her 70s and has been an environmental advocate for over forty years. Antonia, to my left, was just beginning college and wasn’t quite sure how she could become a champion for the climate. I was just settling in to Climate Reality Leadership Training in Atlanta, Georgia and meeting my …
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Climate Friendly Actions for Your Daily Lifestyle
Climate change is an overwhelming topic that, for many, feels far-off, as if its effects won’t impact our daily lives. While living in quiet suburbia, bustling cities, or rural places, it’s easy to get caught up in our days’ ins and outs and feel removed from a crisis happening elsewhere or that we should be …
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Reflection on Today’s Political Climate
The state of our planet today and the political climate have left me feeling dejected and hopeless lately. I've struggled to put words to my feelings or to understand why I've felt so low. But I do believe in the power of hope and the power that 7 billion people have to do good and …
I Launched a Podcast!
Talking about animals and enjoying a glass of wine are two of my favorite activities, so when my friend Ashley invited me to co-host a podcast with her involving both, I responded with a resounding Yes! This week, we launched The Watering Hole on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify. In this first season, it’s a …
My Favorite Tree
This tree is my favorite in the world. In 2002 I attended a Hog Island Youth Ecology Camp for 10 days. Towards the end of our camp, the instructors asked us to go for a walk along the east shore trail, find a place where we could sit quietly, and then journal our thoughts about …
