. . . my part of the world. The Internet is full of "Do One Thing" sites; do
one thing to fight cancer; do one thing to alleviate homelessness; do one
thing for the environment. Well, this is my one thing: picking up the
trash in my neighborhood, or wherever I happen to be.
It's a perfect activity for my personality type.
It's solitary, self-motivated, and self-sustaining. No groups or
organizations are required. It's the perfect hermit activity.
Lots of sun and fresh air.
The results of my efforts are immediate. No ten-year plans necessary.
It's a wonderful moving meditation, leaving me plenty of time to practice
a mantra, introspect, or just be in the present.
Since I'm low to the ground and not whizzing by in a car I've been able
to spot wildflowers as they first spring up.
And, if I use my left hand with the trash picker I'm giving my brain a
workout by using my non-dominant hand.
Final Step -- Separating the recyclables
. . . and pulling out the found objects.
All in all, a lovely morning activity.
1 comment:
B ~ You definitely have the best eye for trash of any friend I know. :) Seriously, I admmire you and what you're doing on a daily, consistent basis to keep Mother Earth clean. We should all emulate you and your faithfulness, as we benefit from your example. I'm going to try to become more trash-observant. Kuddos to you, my friend!
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