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I just read, on EcoGeek, about the I’m Initiative and the I’m Talkathon which is a donation promotion sponsored by Microsoft in which money will be donated to good social causes: American Red Cross, Boys & Girls Club of America, National Aids Fund, The Humane Society of the United States, UNHCR UN Refugee Agency, National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Sierra Club, UNICEF, StopGlobalWarming.org, and Susan G. Komen. Money is donated based on the number of emails and instant messages that are sent using Microsoft services.

So, sponsored by Microsoft, hmmm. At first I found it very interesting then I noticed the Microsoft stamp and was concerned and trying to find the catch. I am not an anti-Microsoft bandwagoner that believes Microsoft is evil throughout, but their track record is not promising. There are sections of Microsoft that aim to participate in good causes. Unfortunately, the countless other sections manipulate all intentions for the worse.

What is the catch? Well here you go: “… Microsoft shares a portion of the program’s advertising revenue with an organization of your choice…” From what I see, it seems that the first clause is that only a portion (undefined) is shared and the second clause is that the program must first generate revenue in the form of advertising. It seems Microsoft would rather get people using their services by investing part of the advertising funds in charitable organizations rather than making a technologically superior service. Interesting…

I suppose if it’s on Microsoft’s dime and it supports good social causes, then I am a supporter, but only if their services are used for information that doesn’t need privacy and only for this promotion. Maybe we can help Microsoft pay back to the community a portion of what damages they have done through their crimes against humanity and capitalism.

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Well, I guess that it is my week to blog. Mike and I seem to trade off and take turns. I’ve been thinking about posting this for awhile. This is a video I found on You-Tube that shows what can be done with a very small piece of land, I have found it very inspiring. I have been thinking about trying a more permaculture approach for my yard for several reasons. First, I don’t think overall it will take more time than it does to mow. Second, It would be a good way to augment our food supply. Third, the food would be better for us. Fourth, We would derive great satisfaction from doing it. Fifth, and not least it would be good for the environment and a positive model for our community. Please feel free to comment if you have anything to add or share.

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I now have extra copies of “An Inconvenient Truth” available for loan. Help spread the word and host a party or just borrow one and watch it.

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There will be a screening of the movie “An Inconvenient Truth” on Dec 16th at 6:00 pm followed by an online chat for more information go to www.algore.com

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