Last week in Rhode Island, a bill was introduced to the House of Representatives that would ban plastic checkout bags statewide. Environment Rhode Island has been working tirelessly to educate our state about the issue and encourage passage of the bill. Tonight I attended a letter-writing party and submitted the following letter to the editor to […]
A few years ago, I flew into Norfolk, VA for a wedding. I had a little extra time before my flight home and decided to check out the Norfolk Botanical Garden. I only wish I had a whole day to explore this place – it is massive and amazing. The Norfolk Botanical Garden is on […]
A few years ago, some good friends of ours moved back home from the West coast and started an organic farm. Until then, they had both been trained and employed as engineers and both had acquired advance degrees. I’m sure they got a few odd looks from both friends and family when they announced their […]