Category Archives: green transportation

Mothers Against Fossil Fuel Addiction

I’ve been reading the section of the Transition Handbook that discusses our use of fossil fuel in terms of an addiction.  I think it’s an excellent parallel, since it also explains why it’s so difficult for us (personally as well … Continue reading

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The hand that rocks the cradle

I had to laugh a few mornings ago, when my toddler showed up on her tricycle with her backpack and bike helmet, and proudly announced “I’m off to a meeting!”    It was too funny, and it also reminded me of … Continue reading

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Electric Mama or Lazy Biker?

It’s coming up on the 3rd anniversary of when I first got “Electra,” my Giant Suede-E electric bike.  It’s a big deal for me, since 3 years was my break-even point – when I was considering buying the bike, I … Continue reading

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