Can you smell what Barack is cooking?

We watched the inauguration ceremonies at the office today. Everyone sat still and took in his speech, which included mentions of environmental stewardship and responsible use of resources. On the eve of such a time of transformation, I thought I would share this hilarious caricature of the last administration, courtesy of Grist.org.

Bush as a Simpson Character.

The possibilities for our future seem endless right now- though conservatives (like my parents) are wringing their hands at the thought of a Democrat let loose on our poor (literally) society- and I'm pleased to see such a universal push for change on behalf of our planet.

I am dizzied by the potential.

Happy Inauguration Day, everyone!
Viva la revolucion!

Valentines, Mark and Mt. Washington

February is always a month of many plans for me- Mark's birthday is just four days after Hallmark's favorite holiday, but this year there is a fun new surprise that will keep me waiting by the mailbox.

National Geographic spent the past two years researching and putting together a feature about Mt. Washington and they're releasing it in their February issue.

Don't believe me? Check this out.

Some time today (Jan. 15), the article should be available on the NG web site, though at 9:30 a.m. there was no Mt. Washington feature to be seen.

Sure, this kind of thing is really exciting- the world's most renowned anthropological and environmental magazine spent two years on our little state made of Granite- but I think the real point to be taken from all of this is that our environment is important to everyone ... not just hikers and leaf peepers. If we are to further alter our state of being ... refuse to change our ways that are slowly destroying our environment ... Mt. Washington would cease to exist in the way we know and love it. What a waste of 6,288 feet!

When you get a chance, read the full article (whenever it decides to show up online), and beam with pride over the looming monster we call neighbor.

Happy Thirsty Thursday, ya'll!!!
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