Research has proven the harm caused by black carbon and emissions from cooking firest or rudimentary cookstoves to the human body as well as the environment.  In the US, as well as other countries, the emissions affect millions of children, as well as adults, who are unable to speak up for themselves and demand better air quality for themselves.  It's easy to take clean air for granted but humans continue to harm the environment in which we leave.  We know better and need to do better.

I try to support women-owned businesses whenever I can.  Of course, the businesses have to provide a service that is aligned with my interests/needs.  If I find such a business, I will share their company with my friends, family, social media accounts.

We are a bit selfish in nature - capitalism.  Americans are targeted through marketing and we are constantly bombarded with images of enjoying the good life - eating steaks, hamburgers, meat, meat.  We have lost the connection with the land and I guess we are like sheep being blindly led around.  Ignorance is a major contributor.

Some people have been sharing my posts on FB and IG.  I'm hoping that the sharing of information is viral.

My entire family is onboard with recycling; even my 3-year old great grandson recycles.  I'm also better at reusing and not being wasteful.  Will keep up the good work!