In our last class we read, discussed, and analyzed "State of the Planet," written by Robert Hass. Again, I was impressed with another way nature was revealed to me. I learned how to appreciate it more and at the same time had an influence on me. This connected to the video clips we watched in class too. Watching nature, observing the creativity and originality of what God created in His image is truly remarkable.

Not only as Christians, but as a people, we need to realize how blessed we are to even have natural resources. I mean, did God have to do that, for us? We take for granted what God has made for our enjoyment.

On the other hand, there is another way to look at this. Some people are over protective of nature, babying it more than their own child(figuratively speaking). At the same time shouldn't that be the way in which we need to treat one another? I mean, there are so many people that need someone, that need actual love like nature is given.

All in all, the overall message i took from "State of the Planet" and the videos was to not think of myself but also my surroundings, people and nature. To appreciate everything more whether I know about a specific part of nature or know a particular person or not. To, in a way, "love" without judging, knowing, assuming, and not let pride take over. To sum it up, "world peace" i guess.