In response to my daughter's comments about drilling for oil, I must clarify my position somewhat.
I, too,have begun to wonder at our arrogance in using the world's resources, fighting wars for access and dabbling in world politics where we have no business, all to keep our cars running, houses lit at night and entire cities so bright they can be seen from space. Somehow our priorities have gotten distorted and what we want seems to have overcome good sense.
It's my understanding that the processes of drilling for oil is much safer now and not as harmful to the environment, but I also know that an awful lot of oil escaped into the water down on the Gulf during this present hurricane season. While I see the need for tapping into our own resources, we must guard against commercial interests polluting the water to satisfy the mandate of corporations to make profit come hell or high water. wind and solar power win my vote, but nothing is without its faults and everything we do will change our story - the way we view ourselves.
About Me
- saundra
- Born in Tallahassee, the capital of Florida, I am a genuine Florida Cracker--a descendent of sturdy women and men who farmed their way south from North Carolina in the early 1800's. I am a graduate of Florida State University with a BS in Social Science, and earned an MA in Education/Storytelling from East Tennessee State University. My work is deeply influenced by a love and reverence for the natural world and environmental issues and my love of story. Performance Photos by Valerie Menard, Silentlightimages.com.
