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Pacific Northwest Climate Awareness

Hostile Government Takeover
Even though we are standing at the edge of a cliff, a viral Hostile Government Takeover song is letting us know that we are not alone with a bit of humor, reminding us to take it easy. Personal resilience tips and self-acknowledging our struggles can help to name the fears that we are experiencing in these chaotic times. I cannot even believe its only February 20, 2025, just one month after Inauguration Day.

Our motivation to work in environmental advocacy
“Greenland, Boat Beside Iceberg” 2018. Photo by Hubert Neufeld on Unsplash

My favorite holiday is New Year's Day.
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, a tradition at my house.

Hurricanes, and our digital stimulation
In today's world, every glance at social media or news outlets reveals alarming headlines about climate disasters. This year’s hurricane season has been particularly brutal, with storms like Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton causing unprecedented destruction across the southeastern United States. These back-to-back hurricanes come on the heels of climate scientists reporting that this summer was the hottest on record, raising urgent concerns about the impact of climate change.