Upper Valley CCL

Spending time outside allows me to see that life continues.  I get to see the changes of each day with flowers blooming, birds singing.  I am able to connect with the world outside of myself.  It helps me put things into perspective.   The natural world is where I can easily see the 'hand of God'.

Connecting with others helps me acknowledge how we are each dealing with this situation differently.  We each have our own fears and anxieties.  Talking with others helps me with compassion for others and for myself.  It keeps me connected and helps me know I am not alone. I expect it also helps others know they are important in my life and...

Learning the difference of these can help me in making decisions.  For instance, the Best by date lets me know the freshness of the item will diminish.  I can make an educated decision knowing when the item is freshest.  I may choose to eat the product past the Best by and be assured the item is still good.  

Reducing consumption of meat is a positive way to reduce the methane given off by animal waste.  If demand for meat is reduce, then possibly the production would also be reduced.   Eating a more plant based diet is healthier for people and for the planet.