Unto 7th Generation

Some say: "The Earth is our Mother; we should take care of her." While others think the Earth is an easy receptacle for our wastes and toxins. How can I, one person or even one family, really make a difference? And is it that important anyway?

We see so much hype on TV and in newspapers on the growing devestation of the earth's environment and the loss of so many species of animals, plants and trees. The oceans are becoming a sewer but when I look around my neighborhood it is so easy to just not see the problem.

So is it hype or is it time to aweaken to the fact that this is the only world we live on and the one we are leaving to our children and grandchildren. I appreciate the teaching of many native people I've been privilaged to work with and study with in different areas of the world. Often they say "unto the 7th generation" when making decisions. In other words .... STOP and consider how this action or non action will affect future generations.

If someone were to come along and dump a load of garbage in your front yard, I'd assume uou'd be a bit miffed yet daily we are dumping and dumping and dumping into the waterways, earth and skies that hold the very elements you and I need for survival.

So let us talk about it and find solutions that we can do to make a difference!


Sunday, July 6, 2008

Back Yard Conservation for Birds and More

We took their homes, can we not make a place for them?


Just as they do on the farm, conservation practices on nonagricultural land can help increase food and shelter for birds and other wildlife, control soil erosion, reduce sediment in waterways, conserve water and improve water quality, inspire a stewardship ethic, and beautify the landscape.



"Backyard Conservation" shows you how conservation practices that help conserve and improve natural resources on agricultural land across the country can be adapted for use around your home. These practices help the environment and can make your yard more attractive and enjoyable. Most backyard conservation practices are easy to use. America's farmers and ranchers have been using these practices successfully for decades.
Whether you have rural acreage, a suburban yard, or a city lot, you can help protect the environment and add beauty and interest to your surroundings. Ten conservation practices have been scaled down for homeowners. Tip sheets offer "how to" steps and helpful hints:



Check out some of their links. There is even more that can be printed on their site.


There must be room for all or their will be no room for us in the end.

We created a delightful yard, front and back, side to side with plants and bamboo, shrubby and feeders for the critters that migrate through the Pacific NW. What a labor of love, it’s such a gift to watch our feathered friends, squirrels and such. No we don’t miss not having a lawn. At first the neighbors were concerned, especially when the bamboo went in. People would come and stare as we changed the big lawns to a natural state.


But we did our homework FIRST and did everything so that not a bug or critter was hurt. Not only thinking organic, but there is a lot more to it. Now my neighbors come by to get flowers and organic vegetables, to comment on the glorious birds that come and go.


You too can do something to help our feathered friends. Why not get creative and do some small thing to make a difference. You’ll be glad you did.
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