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Prayer of the Woodland Trees

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 Iam the heat of your earth on the cold winter nights, the friendly shade screening you from the summer sun, and my fruits are refreshing draughts quenching your thirst as you journey on. I am the beam that holds your house, the board of your table, the bed on which you lie, and the timber that builds your boat. I am the handle of your hoe, the door of your homestead, the wood of your cradle, and the shell of your coffin. I am the bread of kindness and the flower of beauty. 'Ye who pass by, listen to my prayer: Harm me not. (This prayer has been used in the All African countries Forests preservations for more than 1,000 years.) Though much is taken, much abides.... One equal temper of heroic hearts, Made weak by time and fate, but strong in will To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield. Look at the trees, look at the birds, look at the clouds, look at the stars... and if you have eyes you will be able to see that the whole existence is joyful. Everything is simpl

Applied Ways to protect , Conserve our Environment

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To contribute to saving our one and only planet. Population boom and fossil fuel based technological advancements have taken a serious toll on our natural environment. So now we need to do our part in reversing the effects of degradation in order for humanity to continue living in a habitable and sustainable ways Our 3 Rs – Reduce, Reuse and Recycle  remain applicable Here I  come with  10 simple ways  to conserve and protect our environment Do small changes to your daily routine for a better world for you, your family, your community and all living things now and forever. 1. Create a compost heap in your garden or use a compost bin. This helps recycle food waste and other biodegradable materials. 2. When going shopping, make it a habit to bring your own eco-bags and say no to plastic bags as much as possible. 3. Join as many tree planting trips as you can. 4. If possible, try carpooling to work, business presentations,  events , or even to run errands. Think of ways