The tree people are a dedicated group of like minded souls with a deep emotional connection to the ancient forests of the planet. Only 5% of our ancient forests still stand. They have fought, argued, and tried desperately to educate Americans on the repercussions of such constant destruction of our trees and yet, we, the United States Government, has recently lifted a ban on harvesting forests all over our country. We all realize that the price of lumber is very high due to the demand of building materials in China and here in the states but don't we have a more pressing demand for oxygen and global balance? What is it going to take for us to recognize our planetary responsiblities and begin to put the planet before profit?
I am asking all of my students to include in their daily scripting a call for solutions and innovations to save the trees. Return all of your junk mail and catalogs that waste paper to the senders and advise them of your stand on the wasteful practice of mailers. Are you ready to take a stand? Are you willing? Are you feeling courage? Where are you on the tone scale?
And, by the way, all of that toilet paper you see in the picture below? It was re-rolled and used as it was intended....
