tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13192610.post-90284851307915492442007-03-16T20:45:00.000-04:002007-03-19T14:42:28.690-04:00<p>In today's newspaper, I just read several local articles about combating global warming. I know that you're thinking to yourself, "Hmmm, this is not an art posting". <em>I know</em>, <em>I know</em>, just consider this something else that is near and dear to me.</p><p>Fairfax, VA's largest county, has decided to become a Cool County. This program encourages 3,000 plus counties to reduce greenhouse gases. Soon, we'll be seeing aerial views of lush rooftop gardens during the evening traffic report.</p><p>Next in line is the fact that my beloved IKEA is bringing home a little more of that Scandinavian love by charging for plastic bags. So, walk like a European and BYOB (bring your own bag, silly). Take that you indestructible plastic beast.&nbsp;</p><p>Lastly, hang out on the west front lawn of the Capitol on March 20 for <a href="http://ga3.org/climatecrisis/join.html">Climate Crisis action day</a>. While your at it, you might as well enjoy a sneak preview of our lavish cherry trees.</p><p><strong>Go VA!</strong></p>Katiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11210360190114424350noreply@blogger.com