I was struck by the contrast between C and S. I went on the road trip with C and it was a blast because with both swing dancing addicts. It was laid back, more concerned about comfort (and money) than about environmental concerns and health. Then I went to visit S in VT and she is ALL about eating vegan and minimizing her environmental impact as much as possible. I feel somewhere in the middle. I used to be so upset by our society that I didn’t want to do anything in order to decrease my environmental impact, however, my life was miserable. Now, I have dancing to look forward to and make me feel alive. (I’m not only the president of the SDSDA, I’m also a client. 
) I’ll drive for hours just to go dancing. Sometimes I feel guilty, but more often than not, I’m so happy after that the gas ($ and emissions) and time are totally worth it. Human contact is important. I’m lucky to have found a hobby where I can maintain my integrity (no bars, bump n’ grinding or prostitution), enjoy great music and the different flavors of various dance partners, and laugh a good deal. It’s my therapy.
I can appreciate we should do what we can to minimize our impact on the Earth, however, I’m also under the impression that the Earth can take care of herself and once we use up all the oil, the human race will be on to a new era of civilization and it will be a fascinating adventure. Until then, I’m going to enjoy my swing dancing where ever I can get it!!
