I don’t regret my past ventures, nor do I believe I will regret my future ventures, but I’ve learned that I’ve needed to manifest these experiences into actions of sustainable development and conservation and protection of our environment.

And, if this summer has taught me anything, I am content (because I have to be) living in this limbo, this seemingly endless waiting for the opportunity to change, when really the opportunity exists within our very selves all along.

I will never give up on you, on humanity, on the future.

Por você idealizei um mundo melhor e lutei incessantemente por ele.

I promise to be a knight in the campaign of truth seeking.

We’re moving into uncertain times, and your dad and I worry. A lot. But you’re keeping us going. You’re pushing us to make better choices and not give up.

But being truthful, I know we are not yet on the path that will lead to the change that is needed; but it is visible.

We can learn a lot about how to treat others from stories that have been passed from generation to generation.

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

It’s not enough to just recycle. I will sign petitions and call my local representatives. I will also engage in conversations about climate change – even with people with whom I don’t see eye-to-eye.