Save The Planet, Hug A Clam
It has become obvious to all but
the most unrelentingly stubborn apologists for
the oil industry that we now stand at a pivotal moment in
the history of our planet. As much fun as it would be to make fun of Al Gore’s pretentious drawl and expanding bald spot, none of us can afford to ignore his clarion call for global change. With humankind’s carbon footprint leaving a catastrophic impact upon Mo
ther
Earth, it is
the sacred responsibility of every citizen to make a change for
the better. We can all agree on that much, but
the next question is a lot thornier: How exactly do you start?
As in so many vital areas of life, when confronted by a monumental task it is beneficial to start with something small. In o
ther words, begin by taking a “micro” view of your “macro” problem. Numerous studies have indicated that
the more we are taught to respect and even love
the tiniest creatures,
the deeper connection we will feel to
the planet at large. So if you’re looking to address climate change in your own way, you might want to start by picking up a copy of Fables From
the Mud by Erik Quisling. This book, simple in structure yet profound in implication, illuminates
the plight of
Earth’s smallest inhabitants in a style that will make you laugh even as your empathy expands.