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  • Krista Rivera's avatar
    Krista Rivera 4/30/2022 6:58 AM
    Glimpse of Gratitude: Today I woke up to watch the sunrise on the beach. It was a cloudy day, but it was still magical to see the rays of sunlight emerging from behind the wall of gray, and even more special that there was no one else around. To top it off, I saw an enormous coyote running into the forest, its coat the color of the shore. Rising early is a gift. 

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    Krista Rivera 4/30/2022 6:48 AM
    Glimpse of Gratitude 4/29: Thank you to the beach waves that were adorning the sandy shore with white eyelet patterns of foam as I walked into the sun. It was so good to say hello to the Atlantic, and to see her dancing wildly in such a lovely gown… 

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    Krista Rivera 4/30/2022 6:40 AM
    Glimpse of Gratitude 4/28: Thank you to the two ospreys (which I learned is called a duet!) who soared above my car while on a long road trip. The beginning of their name sounds a lot like “awe” for a reason . . . 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health & Equity Safe Disposal of Medications and Household Chemicals
    Do you have any tips for others on finding locations that accept products for safe disposal?

    Emily Kane's avatar
    Emily Kane 4/29/2022 12:23 PM
    The website they recommended is really helpful. My goal for next week is to drop off old antibiotics at one of the sites. I didn't realize how many we have in our area. A great resource!


    https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/where-and-how-dispose-unused-medicines
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health & Equity Support Indigenous & First Nations Communities
    Why is it important to honor native and indigenous peoples and cultures? What have you learned that is important to you? If you identify with or are a member of an indigenous group, how does your community practice sustainability?

    Emily Kane's avatar
    Emily Kane 4/29/2022 12:22 PM
    It's important to know the history of the land, what happened before us, and its original people. I really like the concept of checking in on social media with original indigenous names, it'll bring awareness to the topic and introduce people to the history of the land. 

    The Adirondack Museum (Adirondack Experience) had an exhibit that highlighted the history of the United States and all of the native people to this land. It had items from the past and recorded voices so you could hear their native languages. Really eye opening and such a great exhibit. 

    https://www.yesmagazine.org/issue/affordable-housing/2018/06/21/demystifying-female-anatomy-with-street-art
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Education & Livelihood Research Impact Investing
    After learning more about investing, how can you increase positive impacts and decrease negative impacts?

    Emily Kane's avatar
    Emily Kane 4/29/2022 11:56 AM
    I can have more of a positive impact by having better intentions about investments. Right now I have everything invested with things that match my retirement goals. By spending more time researching, I can do more good. 


    https://thegiin.org/impact-investing/need-to-know/

    https://www.wealthsimple.com/en-ca/learn/what-is-ethical-investing#what_is_ethical_investing
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Climate & Ecosystems Learn About Invasive Species
    What is one invasive species in your region and how does it impact your region's ecosystem?

    Sarah LeRoux's avatar
    Sarah LeRoux 4/28/2022 11:39 AM
    I was surprised to learn that domestic outdoor cats are considered invasive species. Collectively all over the world they kills billions of birds annually. 

  • Emily Kane's avatar
    Emily Kane 4/28/2022 7:42 AM
    Got an eco-friendly Easter basket this year.
    -the basket is a hand towel wrapped in the shape of a basket
    -socks from Darn Tough - their sustainability facts listed here - https://darntough.com/pages/sustainability
    -wooden plant tags to label my seedlings, with an old re-gifted pen to mark the tags


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    Krista Rivera 4/27/2022 7:50 PM
    Glimpse of Gratitude: Thank you to the great group of ladies (including Tara Booth, who is taking the photo!) who picked up litter on this super windy day! I swear, that was the earth blowing us kisses . . . 

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    Sarah LeRoux 4/27/2022 12:03 PM
    Fresh salad greens from the College Farm! How lucky are we to have such a resource on campus!?