We are living in very interesting days. Slowly, many of us are awakening to the need of preserving and saving our planet.
I see so many people embracing new ideas; yet, not many are taking action.
The most memorable moment of the 2016 Olympics for a girl that doesn't follow sports at all was the initiative of planting a tree in the name of each athlete.
What a great opportunity to bring all races together and do something to better the planet. That action made me proud of my country.
Also, it reminded of a person very dear to me. My cousin Jose Humberto Sanches.
A few years ago he had a brilliant idea of challenge people to go out and plant trees. I remember talking to him about it and loving his passion for the cause.
Unfortunately, it was carried thru a social media group that has become extinct since then.
Many fauna and flora species have also become extinct and we cannot afford to wait on the sidelines, action-less.
So here I am to challenge you and myself.
Let's act.
After you read this, I challenge you to go out there and plant a tree. No excuses.
I know that many will have issues with time, space, resources, etc., but we can all make an effort and act.
Plant away. Plant in your back yard, plant in the fields, plant in a park, plant in a pot if you have to, but DO IT.
Spread the word and challenge your friends. Make it a contest. Make it a family project. A Bucket List item.
Then come back and tell us what you have planted and where.
