As we move further into the December month, I can't help but think back to the snowiest days of our lives just a few years ago. White Christmases in Michigan used to be a sure thing. Now, all of us are left wondering if we will wake up to the glistening snowflakes effortlessly falling from the sky on Christmas morning.
Michigan experienced it's snowiest winters in 2013-2014, and ever since, the winters here have become milder and milder. Never forget the warmest (and best darty day) of winter 2017, when I enjoyed my day in a skirt, outside, in February. As much as I appreciate the break from the frigid winters of Michigan, this is not okay. This is a prime example of how climate change is real and more prominent than ever. It's not just in Michigan.
It is no surprise that climate change is prominent across the world, from the state of Michigan, to the Arctic ice in the North. The ice caps have been drastically shrinking, causing environmental issues on their own. Animals are left homeless, oceans are becoming saltier, and the ozone is taking a hit. The government is focusing less and less about this crucial issue: our planet is dying.
So, what can we do about it?
Celebrities like Bill Nye and Leonardo DiCaprio have taken a stand on climate change, and it's time we all do. The leading cause of climate change is the people who refuse to help it. From recycling to developing policies that limit carbon emissions for businesses, every bit helps. The last thing our planet needs is to withdraw from the Paris Agreement (@ the U.S.) or cut the budget for the EPA. Our environment needs protecting.
The planet needs its own army. An army of recyclers and peacemakers. An army for the endangered animals that are endangered because of our actions. The worlds greatest wonders are disappearing, and it's our job to protect them.