"Puddles Weblog edited by Thomas Hollyday

Puddles Weblog edited by Thomas Hollyday

Our Mission: As world water resources decline and habitat is destroyed plans are being made by governments to save enough drinking water for humans. What about animals and wildlife?

In 1985 our editor Thomas Hollyday created Puddles to comment on our culture, our literature and our organizations and make sure animals and wildlife are remembered in this coming water crisis. Join him and others on the Puddles weblog with your comments and questions to make sure animals and wildlife are always protected with an adequate supply of clean drinking water.

Puddles weblog is named for Puddleby-on-the-Marsh, the home of the greatest animal champion in literature, Doctor John Dolittle, MD. Join us now!

greenhouse gas emissions

An article in the fall 2007 issue of Capital Acumen published by US Trust gives us some numbers to think about. For the past 450 years the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere has stayed below 290 parts per million (ppm). Today largely due to the combustion of fossil fuels, CO2 levels have climbed pat 380 ppm. These levels might go to 800 ppm by the end of the century. The cost of inaction on this growth might be 5% of world GNP. With just 5% of the world's population, the US is responsible for 25% of global GHG emissions. By 2025 per capita emssions in China are projected to be 1/4 of the US, India 1/14 of the US.-ed
dhh on 12.13.07 @ 09:49 AM EST [link]

ten commandments for animals

The International Society for Animals Rights has come up with a novel list of ten commandments "thou shalt not" that apply to our appreciation and treatment of our animal friends. Try them on for size.
1-My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you will be painful for me. Remember that before you get me.
2-Give me time to understand what you want from me.
3-Place your trust in me. It is crucial to my well-being.
4-Don't be angry with me for long, and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, entertainment and friends. I have only you.
5-Talk to me sometimes. Even if I don't understand your words I understand your voice.
6-Be aware that however you treat me, I'll never forget it.
7-Please dont hit me. I can't hit back, but I can bite and scratch and I really don't want to do that.
8-Before you scold me for being so uncooperative, obstinate or lazy, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I'm not getting the right foods or I've been getting out in the sun too long or my heart is getting old and weak.
9-Take care of me when I get old. You, too, will grow old.
10-Go with me on difficult journeys. Never say,"I can't bear to watch," or "Let it happen in my absence." Everything is easier for me if you are there. Remember I love you.-Ed.
dhh on 12.06.07 @ 09:22 AM EST [link]