Its been a year with time for introspection and musing on the small things in life. How our lives, our economies, our governments and societies were turned upside down by a tiny coronavirus, each only 100 billionths of a meter in size. It boggles the mind but perhaps it shouldnt.
Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Be hopeful, be optimistic, said Congressman John Lewis. Amidst the bad news there is also good. There is hope, if we but choose to see it.
Protected lands can have a powerful effect on people. Those who have the foresight to set aside special places do so because they know people will appreciate them for many years to come.