As I listened to youngsters learning a new song about global warming and the greenhouse effect, I thought, “Propagandizing in high gear!” 
It’s being forced on young minds with a catchy tune and repetitive chorus.  Some of the lines of the song contained distorted or outdated information. 
The chanting of these words over and over made an impression on the children. “That sticks in my mind,” one youngster commented after music class. “I can’t stop singing it.” 
 Was this the intention?   Coupled with the “Going Green” theme at many schools, these activities can’t help but imprint misinformation upon our youngsters even though they do learn some …read more

Recently more than 90 global leaders gathered for a climate change summit in New York City to brainstorm about the affects of global warming and to come up with some possible solutions to combat the problem. President Barack Obama spoke at the summit, noting that taking zero action on climate change could leave future generations with an “irreversible catastrophe.“
President Obama also noted that the United States is “determined to act” and has put climate at the top of the diplomatic agenda with countries across regions, from China and India to Brazil and Mexico. U.S. leader at the summit agree that …read more

Yesterday we took a look at some new research that says America is Unprepared for Climate Change. In that post I pointed out that if you believe in global warming, if you don’t believe in global warming, if you think make-believe elves started the global warming issue, it really doesn’t matter. While I do personally believe in climate change problems, I also believe that the things humans can do to prevent global warming are basic things they should be doing anyway for their personal health and their family’s health.
So no, in my opinion it really doesn’t matter if global warming …read more

According to a report out this year, the National Research Council claims that US agencies and political leaders are not getting the right information or guidance needed to prevent further climate change or even to deal with the current climate change issues.
According to the piece highlighting this news, featured at Common Dreams, “A record number of Americans – some 41% – now believe the danger of climate change has been exaggerated in the mainstream media, a new Gallup poll found. In contrast, only 28% thought the media had downplayed the dangers of global warming… The rise of climate change doubters …read more

We all know that one famous frog who said, “It’s not easy being green.” But was he right in an eco-sense? I’ve got pals and family who say it’s too hard to go green all the flipping time. Am I the only one who thinks it’s easy? Easyish anyhow.

Going green might be hard if you go gung ho, try to build a solar/wind powered/off grid home, pledge to buy only organics and cook purely from scratch, make all your own cosmetics and cleaning supplies, convert to a hybrid car or only ride your bike 100% of the time, and homeschool …read more

In the current frenzy to be cool  “going green” in homes, schools and communities, are we teaching youngsters (and adults) global warming lies?  Schools are “green” this year and youngsters report in class discussions how their parents are practicing or not practicing energy and earth saving tactics.  (Big Brother?)
Do we have the correct data or simply what politicians and those making money from the big industry of environmental and global warming wants us to know?  Are scientists, who present data that disproves the theory of global warming (and this group is growing), discredited and even lose their jobs because they’re not …read more

That was the question from the kids today and boy did we have an interesting discussion. It all started when they heard me read out an email, yes, I’m one of those people that tend to read outloud to themselves when they think no one is listening.
Email:
Vast Wilkins ice shelf disconnects from Antarctic
Washington—The reported shattering of the ice bridge connecting the Wilkins ice shelf to Antarctica was a complete contrast to progress on global action, Greenpeace said today as negotiations on a new climate deal go into their second week in Bonn. (1)
“The breakup of this ice shelf is …read more

According to a weird piece at The Times Online, global warming is now such a threat that out only salvation may be geo-engineering.

The plan, “Geo-engineering on a planetary scale” is unique and consists creating artificial trees that can absorb carbon dioxide, or reflect sunlight away from the Earth. It’s troublesome that it’s come to this in my opinion, but if we don’t take care of the planet, this may be our only option.
According to the Times article, “the Royal Society, Britain’s national academy of science, is preparing a report on the feasibility of geo-engineering” among other artificial plans. Some of …read more

I came across these electric boot warmers recently, and it took me a bit to figure out what they do…they dry your wet and freezing boots.
Great gadget. The only problem is that here in the eastern portion of the U.S., the temperature hasn’t been cold enough outside to cool off a beer…never, mind freeze one’s toes.
Why is the weather so spooky this winter?

Maybe there is something to this global warming thing… just ask the poor Polar Bears if they need boot warmers!
Polar bear image: Time.com