I live just outside our nation's capital, and I watch people
zoom to work everyday in their cars - most of them are alone. They
deal with traffic jams, getting cut off, road rage and more. I see
these people as I am standing on the side of the road waiting for
the bus. What better way to get to work than to have someone else
drive me? I don't have any of the hassles those other people do. I
read and listen to music. I arrive at work relaxed and headache
free. This is just one of the things I do to try to alleviate
global warming.
I also do other things. All my electronics run on rechargeable
batteries. I recycle everything that I can. I use environmentally
friendly products and cleaning supplies - all in an effort to "step
lightly." I must admit that I do own my own car, but I've had it
for seven years and have not even hit the 50,000 mile mark yet.
When given the choice, I chose public transportation over anything.
I work in the environmental field and I like that I not only talk
the talk, but walk the walk as well.
I know that I am making a difference in my world just by
choosing to do the things I do, even if it's not a big difference.
I also believe that I influence the people around me to change
their ways. I'm waiting for the day that politicians and world
leaders realize that global warming is real and that we all need to
become more responsible to stop it.