On Windy neighbors: Residents offer perspectives on living next to turbines
Posted on November 11 at 6:59 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
I first saw a “farm” of large wind turbines on a ridge in Texas some years back. From miles and miles it was an awe-inspiring sight. At the time, and still, I felt those wind turbines were beautiful and graceful – and added to an already beautiful landscape.
From time to time I now pass wind farms in Illinois. There is a large collection of them down Interstate 39. Their slow, rhythmic sweep through the sky is tranquil, and what could be more beautiful than harnessing the natural power of our environment.
Thirty years from now, or 40, or whatever it ends up being; we will run out of fossil fuels. What wars will be fought over that remaining resource? What wonders would have been started if we had invested funds on the development of alternative energies rather than thrown our money away in Iraq. The rest of the world would now have little to find fault with America. We would be in the middle of a resurgent economy, including reduced budget deficits and improvements in the balance of trade. And, we would be on the path to energy independence and environmental stewardship.
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On “I’ll never be the same person”
Posted on January 27 at 10:03 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Gary was a friend of mine. He was a great guy. Just a week or two before he was killed, I was looking for something new to listen to. Something to beat back winter's blues. Steve Winwood - that was what he talked me into.
His death forever changed the lives of many. The tragedy continues to play out for Mary - year after year. What horrible pain it must be for her. I wish her strength and peace.