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Preparing Ourselves for Earth Day
TREES -Monuments of Nature
Native Americans call Trees standing people. "They believe, just
like humans, Trees have spirits".
In a symbolic sense Trees represent: Permanence, Stability and Growth. Their power throughout the ages has been represented in Mythology and Poetry.
As long as a Tree lives it never stops growing, developing strong roots deep into the earth, while its branches reach upwards seeking the sun and the heavens. Large rocks might be the bones of the earth, while Trees are its Lungs.
Some Tree Facts:
Trees clean our air by removing carbon dioxide while releasing oxygen.
They protect our soil from erosion by absorbing excess water.
Their limbs provide shade while their fruits and foliage awaken our aesthetic senses.
In an urban community they can provide a setting which makes us feel comfortable.
Some are taller than most buildings.
They are considered living documents by counting the number of annual rings to determine their age.
By following the rhythms of the seasons they are continually regenerating themselves.
SO, as Earth Day celebrations approach let's think about how to give back to these Monuments of Nature who provide us with so much. One of the best things we can do for ourselves, for humanity, and for the planet is to begin to live a conscious life. The socially responsible decisions and choices we make might seem small at first but collectively will have a larger positive impact on our environment in the future.
Ways to Save a Tree
Do your billing on line
Cancel catalogs you no longer wishes to receive at catalogchoice.org.
Cancel junk mail.
Switch to tissue, toilet and all other paper goods to ones with recycled content .
Purchase a cloth bag at the grocery store
Wood floor options: use FSC certified wood, reclaimed wood, Palmwood or Bamboo
Plant a Tree of your favorite species
Donate to your favorite local Arboretum or simply visit the grounds and walk around appreciating its open space and natural beauty. Maybe give a Tree a HUG !
