Spring is absolutely exploding here in Western Washington (although it’s still quite cold). I’ve put compost from Silver Springs Organic, one of our Client Facilities, on our garden, around the base of the fruit trees & bushes, and on back lawn.

This morning, while I was walking to my office, it occurred to me that the color green was probably invented right here in Western Washington—and that led me to thinking about Earth Day.

I’ve always done something special for Earth Day since the “first” one in 1970. This year I intentionally planted two pear trees and discovered a volunteer Bing cherry tree growing in the center of my lawn (so I surrounded it with rocks and welcomed it to the family). My community has its own way of celebrating Earth Day. Its educational and a lot of fun: www.procession.org

When I called the office Eric (project engineer) answered the phone and we talked a bit about Earth Day and what it meant. We both agreed it was a time for reflection about the Earth. He said he rode his bike to work that day (he does most days). And that he is trying to save the world one compost facility at a time. I guess we all are…

Now it’s International Compost Awareness Week (May 2-9). Check out this great poster announcing the event:


This weekend, to celebrate International Compost Awareness Week, I’ll fill my wheelbarrow full of Silver Springs Compost (several times) and walk around dropping it off at my neighbors. It’s a good way to say hello, inspire compost conversations and is always greatly appreciated. It makes a great hostess gift too.

Steve
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