by George Brennan | Jan 16, 2021 | News Articles
I was fortunate enough to be able to visit my daughter in China recently. I observed Earth Day April 22nd2019 while cruising on the Yangtze River. We traveled throughout China seeing major cities, the countryside and rural areas. Comparing Earth Day to its origin...
by George Brennan | Dec 28, 2020 | News Articles
The Road to Hell is Paved with Good Intentions I recall the first Earth Day in 1970 as it was the year I began High School. At the time and for most of the 1970’s, I worked in businesses that were weather dependent. I paid more attention to the air, sun,...
by George Brennan | Nov 30, 2020 | News Articles
Each year I plant a vegetable garden. I have a great southern exposed plot that gives me ample sunshine. I work the soil every year adding my own compost, mulch and a little help from Miracle-Gro. I make sure I get plenty of water and weed it regularly. It provides...
by George Brennan | Nov 10, 2020 | News Articles
A look at weather dependent renewable energy. I recall the early days of solar energy in the 1970s. In the late 70’s hot water heater roof top collectors were being offered by utility companies. Having fabricated a solar hot water heater for our family’s swimming...
by George Brennan | Oct 27, 2020 | News Articles
My granddaughter has a chore board hanging in our home. It contains a host of tasks/chores she can complete that provide her with responsibilities, awareness to her immediate environment and beyond and, ultimately, her reward (earning an allowance). Although not...
by George Brennan | Sep 20, 2020 | News Articles
Paper vs Plastic I recall the time when supermarkets and other retailers introduced plastic shopping bags. They were not well received at the time. The phrase “paper or plastic?” was offered as a packaging/carrying option. At the time the “Save the Forests” movement...
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