Raping the planet-one real Xmas tree at a time… December 9, 2007
Posted by NettyD in Environment, Health and Well-Being, Lifestyle, Science and Technology.trackback
Yesterday I arrived to the supermarket shopping center only to find that the bike racks were almost completely shrouded by piles of chopped down trees. Not only was I miffed because it seemed like a total disrespect to bicyclists, but it made me sad for the trees and our planet.
Let’s get one thing straight here – I’m not a crazy tree-hugging radical liberal. Even though I have moments of impulsive and emotional reactions, I consider myself to be a rational and logical thinker. Having said this, my opinions about the state of our environment are based solely on scientific facts. One fact is that the effects of the harmful Co2 gases we produce are endangering our o-zone. This “poison” can be offset by plant organisms that soak it all up for us., i.e. Douglas Firs and the like.
So, doesn’t it seem counterproductive (and a little ridiculous) to chop down millions of trees just for the sake of making our houses look pretty and smell nice for one month out of the year?Look, if you want to drive a car every day of your life, fine, but at least be a little more thoughtful about your environment and offset your carbon footprint in some way.
BUY ARTIFICIAL TREES!
There are farms that are only for growing christmas trees. I myself love a live tree, and have at times bought live ones to plant after the holidays. I did buy a tiny one this year…one that will not be replanted….and I love it…
Now if you mean going out chopping them down in the forest,,,,,,,well, hmm, that is a different story. I have never done that, and would not. The tree farms work out just fine.
Sorry about you not being able to park your bike. They should have made accomodations for bikers. Next time wear steel toed biker boots and push the trees out of the way…….Just kidding sweet……….love ya