The Hansen Initiative

There is no one particular way to create a better world. One thing most of us can all agree on that a better...

Africa post #3

In the last third of her book, Wangari goes into greater detail about the importance of over reaching national identity and the micro identity...

Challenge for Africa Part 2

I never realized how much I relate to everything Wangari says in her book until I started reading chapter six. After that it just...

The Misrepresented Nation

As I read the Challenge for Africa by Wangari Maathai, I could not forget professor Hansen's impression of South African accent. "Grrrin, the grass...

All Hallows Even

Have you ever wondered what Halloween is? Why is it celebrated on this day, and where did these rituals and traditions come from?...

An Interview with Lynne Twist

One thing that stood out to me is her dedication to help people. The way I see it, helping others is an intention...

Judas – Crime and Punishment

Thirty pieces of silver is all it took for Judas to betray his beloved teacher. John Bloom in this chapter is attempting to...