It was 2020, the year I realized that life is fragile—not just mine, but the entire planet—through immense consumption, pollution, greediness, ignorance, false bliss. This wasn’t the way I wanted to live my life, so I promise to actively make the change.

It seems silly to saddle yourself with guilt for something that hasn’t happened yet. I don’t want to do that. As of today, I don’t really feel guilty. I guess I just want to make sure I keep doing more, so that when you read this, and ask what I’ve done since then, I can still feel good about my efforts.

Awareness is key. Learning about this issue can seem like a small effort compared to other actions, but it’s the most important.

“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, Nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” – The Lorax

I promise you to keep trying, to keep educating, to keep pushing our elected officials to act and protect your health now and in the future.

How can I look at your bright eyes and light dance and tell you we are facing a war?

29 years later, I wish I still can ride bike and go some lovely places in nature. Sky is blue and air is fresh, I will be shining under the sun.

My desire is for clean air, clean water, rich soil, and healthy nutritious food for you and all children always everywhere.