Today’s Boston Globe reports that “Organic food may not be much healthier,” according to Stanford University doctors who reviewed past studies on organic versus conventional foods. But, as with contracts, it’s important to read the fine print. The article also … Continue reading
Folks, species are now dying at an unprecedented rate, and as cancer, diabetes and Alzheimers skyrocket, humans are next on the menu. What can be done? Possibly, nothing. But if anything can save us, it’s the Transition Movement. What is Transition? … Continue reading
Have you heard of peak oil? You will. The idea is that we now need more energy every year as a planet, and we are able to find less and less, at higher production costs, which will lead to more … Continue reading
The other day I posted my annoyances with this world, and a comment came in which was dead on—depressing to read, but I needed to hear it. So thanks. We all need to live in the real world which is … Continue reading
Nature keeps us healthy and happy, and by being natural we help preserve nature, and reduce suffering. Here’s a little quiz to see how natural you are. 1. How many hours per day do you spend … Continue reading
Today is ten years since 911. I think people have learned a lot. Most of us are more grateful, and know life is precious. We also are more careful. But as a nation, our learnings and our practices seem a … Continue reading
So many of my friend’s parents and parent’s friends have died and are dying, it’s like some strange parade of memories. Seeing old friends and acquaintances at funerals and shiva is in many ways nice, like Facebook, only real. If … Continue reading
Barack is the man, he’s gonna restore our economy, make government accountable, andhelp us improve our standing in the world. How’s he gonna do all that? Not by eating more burgers and fries, I can tell you that. George Bush … Continue reading