“Humanity is exalted not because we are so far above other living creatures, but because knowing them well elevates the very concept of life.” E.O. Wilson, Biophilia
My personal philosophy: connecting with others and sharing the joys of exploring the living world is where it's at!
I didn't come to this conclusion haphazardly. No ... in fact this conclusion was rather dramatically forced on me. I lost both of my parents in rapid succession at the beginning of my PhD career. I have learned the hard way that life is short. For me this lesson has only one implication; that meaning and peace in this short life come from improving the quality of life for others. While it is true that I hope to directly impact diverse peoples' livelihoods with my research on agricultural ecology, varied avenues of communication and outreach can be just as powerful in effecting awareness and change in people's lives. There is something to be said about that old adage: the pen is mightier than the sword. May this blog be a powerful weapon for effecting positive environmental change and for opening other's eyes to the wonders that surround us all!
All fine art that is published on this site is accredited to me (and copyright protected by law) unless otherwise noted.
My personal philosophy: connecting with others and sharing the joys of exploring the living world is where it's at!
I didn't come to this conclusion haphazardly. No ... in fact this conclusion was rather dramatically forced on me. I lost both of my parents in rapid succession at the beginning of my PhD career. I have learned the hard way that life is short. For me this lesson has only one implication; that meaning and peace in this short life come from improving the quality of life for others. While it is true that I hope to directly impact diverse peoples' livelihoods with my research on agricultural ecology, varied avenues of communication and outreach can be just as powerful in effecting awareness and change in people's lives. There is something to be said about that old adage: the pen is mightier than the sword. May this blog be a powerful weapon for effecting positive environmental change and for opening other's eyes to the wonders that surround us all!
All fine art that is published on this site is accredited to me (and copyright protected by law) unless otherwise noted.