Along with millions of other people around the globe, we celebrated Earth Hour and turned off the TV (!), the computers (!!), and all the lights for one hour. The kids were super excited by this and were very eager to participate.
What do you do while the lights are out? Well, you play Scrabble, of course. Joe and Caitlynn vs. Me (Marcy). Since it was Caitlynn's first game of Scrabble, we didn't keep score, but I'm sure I won. I'm sure of it.
It was a good chance to explain to Caitlynn about conserving energy, including electricity. I don't think she's picked up on the fact that we don't turn on any lights throughout the day because the house has enough natural light. She's just used to opening the blinds in the morning to let the light in and for the cat to peer out the window.
As I write this post, March is going out like a lion with a blizzard. Joe's school even canceled for the day because roads are closed. He's bummed.
Yeah right.
Great photo! I love that you got your kids involved and made it a fun night for them. Children are definitely our best hope for a greener future. These kinds of activities make them aware at an early age.
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Thanks! I think we'll do this more often rather than just once a year.
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