http://politicsofsoul.org/2008/10/14/the-view-from-iceland-by-elin-agla-briem/ exploring the signs on the horizons and in ourselves Thu, 31 May 2012 00:02:16 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ http://politicsofsoul.org/2008/10/14/the-view-from-iceland-by-elin-agla-briem/#comment-28 Wed, 22 Oct 2008 14:00:58 +0000 http://politicsofsoul.wordpress.com/?p=146#comment-28 Dear Elin, Thankyou for writing in a human way about your situation ( politicians can be illegible!)
Years ago when I lived in a community in yurts in a valley in Lancs, England, my awareness of the global problems looming ahead of us came from the underground networking systems.
We learned of the power of the individual when we boycotted South African fruit etc and helped to end the Aparteid.
I decided to make a10 year plan. I’ve still got it somewhere but much of it has come to fruition. I live where my partner and I work and grow my own vegetables. We have a wood burner for heat, hot water and cooking. Our neighbours act in a communal way for transport to town and we use local producers. I am getting involved in the local community with Transition Town work. ( What happens after peak oil, how to live sustainably)
These problems we now face were predictable. The humble life you speak of is sustainable. Lets hope nobody panics too much as the dream changes its character and certain personalities go on their steep learning curve a little late!
Love from Juliet.

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