spring practice
Looks like spring practice is going well. It is good to see the practice on Saturday involved full pads and contact. I think it is a good sign that Erickson is increasing the tempo of practice as in the past it has always seemed that they are on slow motion mode. I am totally looking forward to April 19th as it means we are that much closer to the 2008 season.
Filed under sports, Sun Devil football | Comment (0)this can’t be good
A large chunk of Antarctica’s Wilkins ice shelf has started to break off. This ice shelf is a permanent ice sheet that apparently, due to being in a fast warming area, is not going really so permanent. This is a huge sign- in case all the other signs weren’t working -that the Earth cannot withstand the warming.
Filed under environment, global warming, issues | Comment (0)do Arizonans really care?
It’s possible that we will see a ballot initiative this November regarding the state trust lands. While I know where I stand on this issue, I am not sure that the majority of citizens feel the same way. We are still a society that think if there is empty land we must build. I hope that I am wrong and that if we do see this initiative, it passes without issue.
Filed under Arizona, environment, issues | Comment (0)seal protection
Looks like seals in Alaska may get the protection that they deserve. Ribbon seals are facing dire circumstances for their survival as the ice sheets they use to birth and molt in the spring are melting. Lets all hope that these animals get “listed” so that they can be protected.
Filed under animal protection, issues | Comment (0)but its a dry heat
Well, as if it isn’t bad enough that our summers last for like 6 months and we get way too many days of 100 plus degree weather, a recent study reports that the West -which obviously includes us here in AZ- is showing a higher rise n temperature than any other place int he world. Fabulous! With global warming this is only going to get worse and this drought we’ve been having? — Yeah it’s going to be with us for a really long time.
Filed under environment, issues | Comment (0)so long gray wolf
The Gray Wolf has been delisted and for those of us who have even the tiniest understanding of wildlife protection, this basically means we will start to see the end of these majestic animals. We have animals in this country that will always need protection because without them, people will hunt them to extinction. With this action, the Gray Wolfs fate will now be in the hand of individual states, who are already wanting to approve wolf hunting. The argument for delisting is that the population has grown successfully, which is obviously a great thing, but let’s be real, really what they are saying is “hey- the population is big enough we can start shooting at them.”
Filed under animal protection, issues | Comment (0)Phoenix to celebrate Earth Hour
Wow! I had to blink rapidly and rub my eyes when I read that Phoenix is one of the flagship cities in th US to participate in this years Earth Hour. The concept is totally cool and well-worth it. But as someone living in Phoenix, it just seems too good to be true. I am very happy to hear the city wants to be more Earth friendly and to make changes to minimize global warming. We are int he desert here so we should be able to do way more to promote Earth friendly things such as say, solar energy. That way when it’s 118 degrees out, we can say “yeah it’s hot, but look at all the solar power we’re creating.” As for this event, I think it is a great statement to have downtown blackout for an hour. It makes a statement and I hope it is one that the citizens ill listen to. We use electricity like it is going out of style, without thought to the impact it has on the environment. Good start Phoenix. Let’s keep up the momentum.
Filed under Arizona, environment, issues | Comment (0)hope to check this out soon
This eco-friendly pet store has been open for four months but I only just heard about it. It is on my “must check out” list.
Filed under personal, pets | Comment (0)dorm life bad for your health?
Well, I guess the real danger isn’t all that partying that ASU is known for but instead the dorm rooms themselves. Best Hall is becoming a wealth of health issues lately. The issues range from asbestos to weird growing goo puddle in the carpet. Hmmmm…..somethings rotten in Denmark…or in this case dorm life. I lived int he dorms for a year and a half and luckily never had anything to worry about. Or did I?! Who can really be sure that all those old dorms are not full of mold and other unhealthy things. I think it is wrong that ASU doesn’t immediately refund rooms to those who have legitimate complaints, such as the mysterious goo puddle that turned out to be hazardous. Really? A goo puddle is hazardous? Not really rocket science there. For those of you planning to live in the dorms at ASU, my advice would be “STAY AWAY FROM THE OLD ONES!”
Filed under issues, social issues | Comment (0)spring practice is here
Yeah!!! ASU spring practice has begun and with it comes a lot of optimism and hope. Last season was an amazing season, by far the best since I have been attending with my fiance Scott (I started attending games in 1997). I cannot wait for the Spring Game and then of course for the real season to kick off!
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