I just saw an incredible clip of Jean-Michel Cousteau commenting on that tragedy at SeaWorld, and so want to share it below. In 2 minutes, he provides so much information and understanding of the situation, all intercut with video of orcas both free in the ocean, and captive in tanks. I have no words, but Continue reading...
The tragic death last week of a trainer at SeaWorld in Florida, seems to have re-energized the long-standing debate over animal captivity. While I in no way wish to minimize the loss and devastation of this trainer’s family and friends, I can’t help but wonder just when will we stop setting these tragic events in Continue reading...
At one time or another, it seems like we’re told just about everything is both good and bad for us. Do this, no, do that. I remember years ago they, the all-knowing mysterious ‘they’, were saying lettuce caused cancer. Of course, obstinate me postured of course it does, everything can, because for example, if we Continue reading...
I came across another neat gadget today. Well, it’s not so much a gadget as a greener version of something we’re already very familiar with – the computer keyboard, mouse, et al. Greener in the sense that instead of the usual plastic housings, these computer devices are bamboo. And I don’t mean Wacom’s computer tablet Continue reading...
Writing yesterday about my little garbage holders reminded me of what garbage is often put in – those plastic grocery bags that most stores still give out. Recycling the ones that find their way to me, as a few always seem to do, I just don’t think about using them for trash anymore. They automatically Continue reading...
I have interesting garbage. Or should I say, I collect my garbage in some rather interesting containers. The can outside is normal enough, an actual real life garbage can. But inside, under the sink, not so much. I’ve never felt comfortable with the idea of buying something disposable to put more disposable stuff in, just Continue reading...
I saw a commercial today that actually made an interesting point. It spoke of the much greater frequency of the question, “What’s for dinner?” rather than, “What’s in dinner?” Change one simple little preposition and the entire meaning changes. While advertising a product I would still not consider all that healthy, it brought up a Continue reading...
