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Here's another video for you:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxNqzAHGXvs&feature=related

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Yes but why can't it be taught to people when they are younger...so that they learn how to take care of mother nature throughout their life? That is why we find ourselves in this mess today... We've done it to ourselves and we've allowed it to happen.

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To be honest MT...I do understand what you are trying to say....but the truth is that YES I would have paid attention to global warming in my teens and in my twenties. I never knew there was anything wrong...HEY....so what the heck....I'll just keep living my life the way I have been. Yes I would have been as passionate about it back then. I know I would have been because for one....I am a VERY passionate person. For two...I have a big heart and I would have realized that we only have 1 planet to live on...THAT'S IT! If I would have heard about the problems...I would have treated everyone, everything and myself differently. I know...I am who I am today because of my past....YES...but maybe I could have been someone greater?? I don't know....I just know....YES it would have made a big difference in my life because I would have grown up knowing that having more isn't the way to go and it would have made me a happier person....with myself. I would have chased other things/goals of value and not material things. There are so many young people....even today who are sucked in this materialistic society that they think that just because they don't have this or that...they are less of a person....or they think they always have to compete with the other kids. That's only because they were never taught by ANYONE that NONE of that is what matters......THIS is what matters>>>doing good to your land, helping animals, stopping this or that from happening, educate your mind and for these BIGGER reasons, find a cure, invent something that would solve an environmental problem, discover a village of mother's in the inner city who are talented with sewing but need help with money>>>>start a business selling garments made by these women and share the profits with them. Our parents would have raised different kids who would have grown up, protected the Earth and went to college (or not) to do good to our land and to each other. Mother nature brings people/families closer together, she helps to make everyone more appreciative and respectful and aware of the environment around them....including the people around them. That is what's been lost in the past. That's why there has been SO much crime.

Perhaps if we were all environmentalist and perhaps if we have always been....there might not have ever been someone worrying about that next meal? I say that because I envision that people would have their own crops for their own families and enough to share and bring to other people. It would no longer be a competition....rather...it would be everyone on the same team working TOGETHER to live respectfully on the land...with respect for each other.

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I agree 100% Rufus!!

Have seen Zeigeist Addendum?? If not....here it is for you. Make time though...it's 2 hours long and worth every minute of it!

It covers everything from capitalism, the US monetary system, the environment and what a future would look like if we embrassed the change and made it truely possible.

It is VERY VERY good!!!!!!!!!!

Here is it:

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=7065205277695921912&hl=en

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Rank: Casual Joined: 18 Mar 2005 Posts: 11

Hi Alley,

Very interesting thread. I'm gonna try your recipe for antibacterial spray.

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Morgan...that is a good question: I don't really know for sure if I would have gotten in to modeling but I can guess that I probably would not have. I would have chased other dreams....knowing that there are such important issues at hand...and wanting to find a solution or be a part of the solution.

Very Happy

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I wonder what all our lives would be like without your influence.

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Are you being serious?.....and what do you mean exactly??

Do you have an example you'd like to share?

Very Happy

I love inspiring stories...

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Maybe you are one of the dream that we chase... Wink

I think a model can be an artist as a ballet dancer or an actor. It's rare but you are one of the few who deserve the appelation. Some of your pics are beautifuls and touching. And it's not just the work of the photographer. You express something more intense. A certain grace.

So you contribute to create beautifuls images. It doesn't change the world but it's a creative and positive act.

And sometimes a good image are more efficient than a long speech.
For instance, have you heard of this project ?

http://totoroforestproject.org/

Thanks for your answer and your honestly.

Official Model Joined: 15 Dec 2003 Posts: 2358

Thank You Morgan.

The artwork is beautiful and thank you for sharing it with me.

The world would be a better place...with thoughts of beautiful colors/images that bring the feeling of inner peace.

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REALLY MT? WOW!!!! That is SOOOOOO fabulous!!!

I'm so proud of you! and happy that I've helped someone realize about the facts concerning our health and planet's health. We are definitely all connected!

I have an organic t-shirt that has a quote from Ghandi that says, "BE THE CHANGE YOU WISH TO SEE IN THE WORLD).

You must have action with knowing.....not just knowing. To know and to do nothing is worst than to not know and do nothing.

With health and respect for the planet comes a beautiful peace within you that makes you feel so good because you KNOW that you are doing such good for yourself and to others.

Earth Day is tomorrow!

What will you do to celebrate?

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Oh wow...Fabulous MT!

Do you meant to tell me that since now...there hasn't been a local farmer's market in your area??

I will do a search to see if I can find that shirt in men's.

You are on your way....to a new life and a new way of thinking.

Congrats! and they say you can't teach an old dog new tricks? Smile

Actually these are old tricks that everyone kind of forgot about.

In any event...I can't tell you enough of HOW PROUD I AM OF YOU!

You know, my main reason for going green is because I want to live a long healthy life....without sickness or disease. I mean who wants to suffer from some sort of unfortunate illness when you should be enjoying your retirement/golden years?

You feel smart, strong and happy......let's keep it going!!

Best of wishes to you and to everyone ALWAYS!!!

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It's just like anything....You'll get used to it.

Brown rice is really good with a little bit of organic butter and sea salt.

Did you know that sea salt is actually good for you as opposed to the regular salt? There are a lot of healthy minerals in sea salt.

You can get really creative with brown rice. You can eat it with fresh veggies mixed with Teriyaki sauce in a stir fry.

Oh, I just made the best spegheti dish. It's a brocolli spegheti and it was SOOOO good. I used brocolli from the farmer's market and the healthy olive oil. The other great thing about the dish is that it was so quick to make.

Very Happy

Taking care of the planet is about taking care of yourself too!

Oh.....one more thing. You know...the only meat i eat is buffalo meat, chicken or turkey every now and then. With that said....I eat very little of it throughout the week. I eat a lot of imitation/protein packed meat-less meat. I have a friend who is doing some kind of cleansing of his system and on this liquid diet thing for 10 days. After that....he plans on becoming a full blown vegetarian. He says the cleansing has been going well and surprisingly he actually has a lot of energy while going through this process. In order to not crave it or any other junk anymore....your body has to be cleaned and flushed of all previous toxins (meat and etc.), he says. I'm seriously considering doing the cleansing and possibly becoming full blown vegetarian too. My friend lost 5 pounds in 4 days. I'm not trying to loose weight.....I just want to eat as healthy as possible. Very Happy

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Super Cool, Rufus!

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Rufus, you're fortunate enough to live within proximity of the wild games and wild plants growing. I guess that's what's good about living outside urban sprawl. I don't think I could handle the weather up there, though. Rolling Eyes

Alley, how are you making your spaghetti, just stir-frying the broccoli and putting it on top of the spaghetti noodles? And any brand of brown rice you recommend?

Sure hope you don't lose anymore weight if you take the all vege diet, Alley. We appreciate the meaty curves on your body. Just hope you don't go bone skinny like Nicole or Paris. It's very uncomfortable when a boney person sets her ass on your lap. crazy

Took a walk to our local neighborhood farmers market, but pretty slim pickens. Oranges and strawberries. Not a lot of veges. Wish it were more successful so I didn't have to drive to get to one that has more variety.

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MT, first I made the spaghetti (whole wheat) according to the package label but I saved a little bit of the water to add to dish while cooking later. Then I cooked the broccoli florets with olive oil, garlic and sea salt in a pan until the broccoli is lightly browned. After that I added the pasta, meatless chicken, some of the saved water, a sprinkle more of sea salt, some pepper and cooked all of that together for about 3 minutes and topped it off with red pepper flakes and a little bit more olive oil. YUMMY!

Well, as far as the farmers market that is closer to you... You should still purchase whatever you can from them...as long as they are growing healthy goods because that will only help them to grow and possibly have more to sell or perhaps it might make other local farmers to want to sell at that farmers market as well.

Don't worry about me losing too much weight. I will not let that happen!

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It's okay MT. That's why it's good to share the knowledge.

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Alley,,

With so many dimensions America emerges daily into a problematic world. In-effectiveness in government has distracted many from possible work and research commitments to solving long-term problems.

As policeman of the world, I find America a poor investment. A waste of my life.

Committed to solving enviromental problems America begins to turn more favorable.

Seriously though, the American lifestyle must be revamped, but drastically. It takes honesty to confront problems, and courage to change what is wrong and unethical. America pretends to be capable of doing anything, but Americans are unable to see the cracks in the mirror. Driving 70 mph is a single example of how insanely stupid Americans will move along like sheep over a cliff. Respect for other forms of life is abandoned when driving, as if the life of a deer does not matter at all.

Solving the world's problems really comes down to articulation of ethical correctness, not technological, ready to roll improvements. Caring enough to pass through this world without causing a wake of destruction should be a personal commitment within us all,.. wherever we live on this planet.

I drive 52-55 mph thinking about a bumper sticker. Maybe it should say, "I don't drive American" There are many possibillities.

This environmental move is political. Look into the "MYT engine" and come away without wondering why one of the major car companies has not bought into it. There is hope out there, but there is also something fundamentally wrong with America.

-C Wink

Official Model Joined: 15 Dec 2003 Posts: 2358

I still believe change is possible in America. Perhaps the green movement needs to be a trend...so that Americans will be a part of it? I know trends don't last but if there is a deeper meaning with this trend then perhaps it will be one that will last and will give everyone the opportunity to see how good life can be IF you go the GREEN/NATURAL way of living. I know it has transformed my life and I AM SOOOOO greatful for what I've learned! I plan to still do so much more.

I guess....instead of pointing the finger and finding a place to blame and put down....we should share our solutions....the answers we've discovered and help uplift those in need. This way of viewing things is also a positive helpful way to bring solutions to the forefront.

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Alley,,

I am here mainly for the pictures of you. However, I appreciate a person with ability to look critically at government and the problem of in-effectiveness.

Here is a link to the future (you will freak) :

http://pesn.com/2009/05/01/9501534_NSA_apologizes_to_Mylow/

I have only been following for a couple days, but today Mylow has his motor running much faster.

I already have as many magnets. They are different but I can build it too! At very least it is a great conversation piece. Look at what has been made of the Stirling motor lately. With solar reflectors they are in commercial phase of implementation for real power generation. It is not extremely high-tech.

This magnet motor thing is mystical!

We will all see this world change. It is beginning to happen, but nothing is certain. Its hard work, mainly. I revise my outlook monthly.

-C Wink

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I haven't seen your link yet...but I do know of the magnetic train that exists now in Asia. It is solely operated by magnets. It is the most reliable, clean, safest train ever!