Our Kids' Earth Launches!

They say every writer needs to have a blog. For months, I've wondered... Why do I need a blog? Who would read my blog? What would I say on my blog? Now that I've finally settled on a topic that I am passionate about, I've decided to join the blogosphere!

I've named this blog Our Kids' Earth because it is a topic that is of great importance to me and one that could really benefit from the shared ideas of a blog community. We only get one planet and one chance at the way we treat this planet. As I look around and see climate change and the increasing numbers of endangered species, I can't help but wonder if we aren't missing the signals that Earth is sending to us. This planet has existed for billions of years, but surviving humanity may be its greatest challenge to date.

As many of you know, I've recently finished my first book - Earth Rescue. This book is a look into the future to see what happens if we don't honor the Earth and listen to its not-so-subtle warning signs. My hope is that this blog is just one tiny voice in helping to avoid that path.

Today, I launch my blog - albeit very quietly - as I figure out exactly how all this works. In the coming days, weeks, and months, I hope you'll come back to visit and share your ideas about leaving this Earth a better place for our children.

I have a list of ideas that I know I want to cover on this blog - recycling (beyond the basics), simple living, alternative fuels, energy saving appliances, greener packed lunches, Earth Day activities, Earth-friendly disposal of pet waste (truly, it's a problem!), ...

What would you like to talk about? Feel free to just ask a question that's been on your mind. I don't claim to be the expert, but I'll go do the research to find some answers!