an hour of darkness

So it's earth hour today... reduction of energy use from 8.30-9.30

many are saying, "what's the point? It's just some idealistic symbolism"

I don't think so though... Even though the energy saved is pretty insignificant compared to the normal energy use, especially considering it's just for an hour, i think think this act shows what we would be able to do, if only we are willing to do it...

Though I agree there's the point that we are willing to do it only because it is still convenient for us to do it... but at least we still have some will to do it, no?

Better than nothing I reckon... especially considering we'd have to settle for less and less as time goes by...

and probably a good reminder on what may happen when it all finally comes tumbling down...