"How soon 'not now' becomes 'never'." - Martin Luther
Happy Belated Earth Day! I am suffering hugely this morning after eating way too much oh so healthy movie theatre food last night, which included my first movie theatre hot dog and of course that nacho cheese that I am pretty sure comes from another planet. In retrospect that was not the best way to celebrate Earth Day since the food is loaded with additives and had way too much packaging, but I did get to watch the Disneynature film called 'Earth' that I was super excited about. I have to admit that I was worried it would only be myself and the friend I dragged with me, so I was pleasantly surprised to find the theatre absolutely packed (except that it meant I had to sit in the front row).
I am sad to report I was a little disappointed by the movie. Visually the movie was stunning - the planet has some truly remarkable beauty. I was mainly disappointed because I didn't feel the movie made the connection between our daily actions and what we can do to protect these beautiful places.
My biggest pet peeve about nature films is that they always show some baby animal getting attacked and killed by some larger predator. I realize that this is a part of life, but I find it more depressing than motivating. I think what we really need is motivation. I think most people are aware of the environmental issues, but they get overwhelmed by them - I know I do. I probably had too high of expectations for the film, but I guess I just wanted something that would break the mould for this genre of film. I will let you know when I find it!
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Pre-Earth Day Pump Up
"Everyday is Earth Day." - Unknown origin
Happy early Earth Day! I am so excited that it is that time of year again that we are reminded how precious our planet is. I am also very excited for the first Disneynature film, "Earth" that has its big release in theatres tomorrow. I plan to enjoy the film tomorrow night and hope you will too, but if you can't - expect my full review of the film later in the week. The co-director and co-writer of the film, Mark Linfield had this to say, "The movie offers a portrait of what we have and what we stand to lose"(this quote was taken from Liz Braun's article in the April 19th Toronto Sun). I think this is a very powerful quotation. So often environmental news is bad news and I think that if we are not reminded of what we have and what we really do stand to lose, we just become overwhelmed. It has been my fear that when people become overwhelmed, they become complacent. I am so excited that this film highlights the beauty of the Earth and cannot wait to be given more reasons to protect the Earth.
To help remind others, send them an ecard. I love the Earth Day ecards from hallmark.com. There is one called "Mother Nature Voicemail" that has a cartoon Earth checking its voicemail messages...so funny! Make sure you listen to them all - they are quite clever!
Enjoy your Earth Day celebrations! Send me an email with what you do, have done, or are doing to celebrate Earth Day tomorrow and everyday: kristybreanne@gmail.com
Happy early Earth Day! I am so excited that it is that time of year again that we are reminded how precious our planet is. I am also very excited for the first Disneynature film, "Earth" that has its big release in theatres tomorrow. I plan to enjoy the film tomorrow night and hope you will too, but if you can't - expect my full review of the film later in the week. The co-director and co-writer of the film, Mark Linfield had this to say, "The movie offers a portrait of what we have and what we stand to lose"(this quote was taken from Liz Braun's article in the April 19th Toronto Sun). I think this is a very powerful quotation. So often environmental news is bad news and I think that if we are not reminded of what we have and what we really do stand to lose, we just become overwhelmed. It has been my fear that when people become overwhelmed, they become complacent. I am so excited that this film highlights the beauty of the Earth and cannot wait to be given more reasons to protect the Earth.
To help remind others, send them an ecard. I love the Earth Day ecards from hallmark.com. There is one called "Mother Nature Voicemail" that has a cartoon Earth checking its voicemail messages...so funny! Make sure you listen to them all - they are quite clever!
Enjoy your Earth Day celebrations! Send me an email with what you do, have done, or are doing to celebrate Earth Day tomorrow and everyday: kristybreanne@gmail.com
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Bikini or Bust!
"Sustainable eating is not just about what you eat, but also how much." - Unknown
I think I have commitment issues. I made the commitment to write this blog weekly and so far...well, it has not been weekly. I have decided to focus more on developing habits rather than making commitments or trying to stick to a schedule (because I am horrible at it!) - subtle distinction I know, but it helps me! As far as this blog goes, I am going to try and get in the habit of writing shorter entries more frequently. Let's get to it:
So it is that time of year again - that time of year when all the really cute bikinis are hanging in the windows taunting women (or is it just me?) for their lack of commitment to the gym and for idulging in the finest of comfort foods over the winter. I had never consider a weight loss challenge to be an environmental challenge as well, but when I came across the quote above in a 'Body & Soul' magazine (it's a Martha Stewart publication about whole living and my favourite magazine ever!) and it got me thinking. All of our environmental problems seem to come to consumption - we humans just consume more than we need of everything including food. So ladies, next time you want to grab that extra bag of potato chips or can of pop - think of the environment. How is that for some motivation to look cute in your bikini (or your Speedo) this summer?
I think I have commitment issues. I made the commitment to write this blog weekly and so far...well, it has not been weekly. I have decided to focus more on developing habits rather than making commitments or trying to stick to a schedule (because I am horrible at it!) - subtle distinction I know, but it helps me! As far as this blog goes, I am going to try and get in the habit of writing shorter entries more frequently. Let's get to it:
So it is that time of year again - that time of year when all the really cute bikinis are hanging in the windows taunting women (or is it just me?) for their lack of commitment to the gym and for idulging in the finest of comfort foods over the winter. I had never consider a weight loss challenge to be an environmental challenge as well, but when I came across the quote above in a 'Body & Soul' magazine (it's a Martha Stewart publication about whole living and my favourite magazine ever!) and it got me thinking. All of our environmental problems seem to come to consumption - we humans just consume more than we need of everything including food. So ladies, next time you want to grab that extra bag of potato chips or can of pop - think of the environment. How is that for some motivation to look cute in your bikini (or your Speedo) this summer?
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