Brummet's Conscious Blog

The many many many many R's Many of you are fully aware that Dave & I are enthusiastic influencers for creating positive change starting right where you are - with what you can do today.  We've written more than a thousand articles, done hundreds of interviews & written a book series on the topic. Over the decades we've  focused on the first 3 R's: R ecycling & R epurpose or R ot (compost). While these are highly effective techniques of turning waste into a resource, there are a lot more than 3 R's in living a positive, proactive lifestyle.  R econsider how powerful the individual consumer is:  - R efuse to accept manufacturer standards, products or companies that do not  align with your beliefs. - R each out to companies to let them know what you like or do not like about their policies. Celebrating positive efforts is much more effective, however, than complaining. - With R euse in the consumer mindset, & ways of extending the life of the prod...

"When you do nothing,  You feel overwhelmed and powerless.  But when you get involved,  You feel the sense of hope  And accomplishment  That comes from knowing  You are working to make things better. "  ~ Albert Einstein ~~~     Follow us & find our Books:   on Amazon Visit:   Drum It With Brummet Blog Subscribe:   Brummet Media​ YouTube Channel​  ​ ~~~

The  Recommended Resources  series has been published for over 2 decades.  With this series, Dave and I have the pleasure of sharing some great resources which can include:   - positive impact organizations and events - citizen science projects  - links to helpful articles, amazing resources & exciting interviews It would, of course, be fantastic if you see a way to: thank them for their work network with them share the sites  get involved in some way ** Want to see a non-profit listed here?   Send us a message  on  FaceBook  ( facebook.com/lillian.brummet )  or  LinkedIn  ( linkedin.com/in/ldbrummet ) --- Sierra Club BC works with individuals, groups and government bodies for better stewardship of  abundant ecosystems and a stable climate, while building resilient, equitable communities. Their efforts help  build healthier communities where the trees, salmon, bears and people thrive. INFO :  https...

Poetry Time This monthly series began more than a decade ago in an effort to encourage the joys of poetry. Here we celebrate other poet's work, as well as our own. If you would like to submit, simply visit the  ABOUT  page for guidelines & contact information. WORDS Vocabulary on a wheel Mumbled words spat out in a spiel, Yet very rarely are they real. Understated over-mused Is it comprehension - or compromise? Better hope they’re big enough in size! So often stated, That they’re underrated. And so, false meanings are then created. Try to sound sincere Yet holding back words in fear, From being too often jeered. So many sums lead to so many substances. Hard to force yourself to take the chances, And all hell breaks loose if there’s wrong glances. Despite it all the truth is not truly heard. Because of the wrong combinations of words, An ironic wheel of confusion is needlessly churned. **  Have you ever noticed how crazy the English language is?  Each word can be ...

In celebration of our popular  Purple Snowflake Marketing  series (on  Amazon ), we often share resources that we have found helpful. It is easy to scroll through previously published blog posts to find potentially 100's of these kinds of posts.   Commonwealth Foundation: https://commonwealthfoundation.com National Writers Union (NWU) https://nwu.org ~~~     Follow us & find our Books:   on Amazon Visit:   Drum It With Brummet Blog Subscribe:   Brummet Media​ YouTube Channel​  ​

The  Recommended Resources  series has been published for over 2 decades.  It would, of course, be fantastic if you see a way to: thank them for their work network with them share the sites  get involved in some way ** Want to see a non-profit listed here?   Send us a message on  FaceBook  ( facebook.com/lillian.brummet ) or  LinkedIn  ( linkedin.com/in/ldbrummet ). -- Second Hope Cat Sanctuary  offers a safe place for senior and medical needs cats age 13+ by providing adoption and hospice. They prioritize cats at risk of euthanasia, when their guardians are deceased or unable to care for them. INFO :  https://superseniorcatsanctuary.org -- Seeds of Diversity  works with numerous organizations across the globe. Along with thousands of volunteers, they work to find, research and document seed varieties. Their grow-out and preservation programs save non-hybrid plants from extinction. INFO : https://seeds.ca -- Shaid Animal S...

Columbia Land Trust  has upcoming opportunities to connect with nature through hands-on volunteer events.  Each of the conserved lands has a unique story and special ecological value that are shared with you as the team works together on activities such as planting, weeding, and spreading mulch.  Join the group on a beautiful day caring for nature!  Info @: https://www.columbialandtrust.org/news/events -- Birdathon , presented by Backyard Bird Shop and Sauvie Island Natives , is a 45-year-old tradition of the  Bird Alliance of Oregon .   It is a walk-a-thon event that unites expert, casual, and beginner birders to collect pledges and donations to count native bird species.  Kick-off events are from April 21 to 24, and the goal is to raise over $190,000 to support conservation efforts across Oregon. Info at: https://birdallianceoregon.org/ways-to-give/birdathon https://birdallianceoregon.org  -- Field & Stream Rescue 's : Alton Ponds Litter...

"Life is very interesting:  in the end, some of your greatest pains,  become your greatest strengths"  ~ Drew Barrymore ~~~     Follow us & find our Books:   on Amazon Visit:   Drum It With Brummet Blog Subscribe:   Brummet Media​ YouTube Channel​  ​ ~~~

This interview was recorded about a year ago and was published just recently.  I truly enjoyed listening to the published interview, and was reminded about how comfortable the host made me feel.  https://open.spotify.com/episode/43D9XLubBYt2AVoqY5fm0X?si=hoxEni5HS2ueGC55r-eN4Q Check out the ACMG Digital #Podcast #interview for a lot of great advice and an inspiring discussions about #entrepreneurship and #writing careers.  https://open.spotify.com/episode/43D9XLubBYt2AVoqY5fm0X?si=hoxEni5HS2ueGC55r-eN4Q   ~~~     Follow us & find our Books:   on Amazon Visit:   Drum It With Brummet Blog Subscribe:   Brummet Media​ YouTube Channel​  ​ ~~~

Focusing on Fewer Should's As most of our loyal readers are aware, I have written a series of articles offering tips for getting out of a negative mindset.  I personally struggle with depression and easily slide into darkness… I work hard to reach for the light, the positive, celebrating little things and being grateful. I keep checking my speech and thought patterns, saying to myself "oops I didn't mean that, I meant..." and I consciously correct the mistake.  In communications I aim to express my appreciation for their time, concern, attention. If something stands out at that moment, I'll mention how much I liked that thing - to let them know.  I will consciously seek for positive activities, posts, events and other happenings. I try to celebrate their efforts whenever I can. When you start looking, it really is amazing how many things are happening across the globe every day that make the world a better place. Recently I found myself sliding into a negative spa...

Creston Valley Bird Festival 2025 Locally we have the amazing experience of living near one of Canada's largest wildlife management preserves .  There, numerous staff and volunteers prepare for this massive annual event that attracts visitors from across the globe to the Kootenay Region of BC Canada. Partnering with Wild Side and Ducks Unlimited   - the Creston Valley Wildlife Management area encompasses    7,000-hectare (17,000-acre) area of provincial Crown land located along the Kootenay River system.    Registration opens April 1st. Info @  CrestonValleyBirds.ca ~~~     Follow us & find our Books:   on Amazon Visit:   Drum It With Brummet Blog Subscribe:   Brummet Media​ YouTube Channel​  ​ ~~~  

Word Play of the Day Biologists have crossed a watermelon with cauliflower. Studies, however, show that people who eat the new variety become sad and experience a sense of meloncauli.  ha ha ~~~     Follow us & find our Books:   on Amazon Visit:   Drum It With Brummet Blog Subscribe:   Brummet Media​ YouTube Channel​  ​ ~~~