English Instructor - Meiji Gakuin University
July 23, 2009
1. What interaction with an animal and/or nature in your life has had the biggest impact on you?
My cat for the animal. "Nature" is too large a question since I am surrounded by it 24 x 7. It's a constant source of inspiration, from my potted plants to gardens of the past to being "out" in nature of the Black Hills of South Dakota.
2. Did you have a favorite place in the great outdoors during your childhood? How about now??
The "off limits" cattle pond in the Texas panhandle. Only source of swimming water and shade in miles. Now...the Daitokuji temple grounds in Kyoto. Real outdoors would still be Yosemite National Park, seconded by Glacier National Park.
3. As a former zookeeper, I would love to know what your favorite animal is, and why?
One that is not in a cage. The large free-range zoos are the closest to keeping out-of-luck wild animals in humane, none-traumatizing captivity. Favorite seems to be whichever one I am gazing upon. Still, I do find the zebra endlessly fascinating. Tropical fish, too. Enough of the penguins, though. Wish the African large animals were safe at home, on the range. Especially for elephants and rhinos.
4. What do you think is the greatest environmental challenge facing us now, and what do you think will be the greatest challenge in the future?
Now: the pillaging of the planet by short-sighted profit seekers. Future: the recovery of the planet from the same. If possible. I am not convinced. Go Obama.
5. If you could give everyone one piece of advice regarding the environment and our natural resources, what would it be?
Turn off the tv and pay attention to your life for sustainable practices. Do what you can and join others. Use the internet.
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