John asks…
What do I do with my girlfriend!!?
I have a problem, i just got together with my girlfriend, who has been a long time friend, with only one issue, in october im heading to Africa to do charity work ( Which im pretty thrilled about) But the problem is
a) Im going to be there for five months with no access to communication
b) She is REALLY unsupportive of any of my environmental/charity efforts.
Im fifteen, and its getting really tought balancing what i really want to do with my life, and my love life. She always makes me feel guilty when i go to plant trees or have to coach my little kids baseball team, cause she wants me to spend time with her, when i already spend heaps of time doing things with her. I’ve already given up two of my projects to spend more time with her..so its got me a bit stuck.
I guess ive got to the point where im wondering if girls would even like a girl who has a lot of stuff on their plate already. Do you think i would make myself more appealing by dropping the volunteer work?
Zellparis- Well, im glad that youre thinking about feeding the hungry…lol 😛
The Expert answers:
Find her a nice guy and go do your charity work.
Betty asks…
Blah, girlfriend problems…?
I have a problem, i just got together with my girlfriend, who has been a long time friend, with only one issue, in october im heading to Africa to do charity work ( Which im pretty thrilled about) But the problem is
a) Im going to be there for five months with no access to communication
b) She is REALLY unsupportive of any of my environmental/charity efforts.
Im fifteen, and its getting really tought balancing what i really want to do with my life, and my love life. She always makes me feel guilty when i go to plant trees or have to coach my little kids baseball team, cause she wants me to spend time with her, when i already spend heaps of time doing things with her. I’ve already given up two of my projects to spend more time with her..so its got me a bit stuck.
I guess ive got to the point where im wondering if girls would even like someone who has a lot of stuff on their plate already. Do you think i would make myself more appealing by dropping the volunteer work?
The Expert answers:
Ok,so u have a girlfriend problem. 🙂
We should’nt just look at it from ur point of view,i think it’s important to look at it from her point of view too.
I honestly think she likes u alot,which makes her want to be with u all the time.She wants to spend all her time with u and this is normal! The way charity work is important to you,spending time with u is important to her.
Your lucky she’s actually telling u,most girls just get jealous and then blow after a month and bring all this stuff up.
You need to talk to her and tell her what ur projects are and what ur going to do and when.And then,mention how u dropped 2 projects for her already and how charity work is important to u.
If she doesnt like it,tell her u have no choice,if she understands,then she is really an understanding girl and u really dont have to dump her ryt away.
Sandy asks…
Has the whole climate change issue about to fall apart?
“There is no way costly mitigation measures will have a meaningful effect on the climate”
By Professor Will Alexander
An extremely serious situation has developed. The whole climate change issue is about to fall apart. Heads will roll.
I have followed the observation theory route. After a prolonged and diligent study of one of the largest and most comprehensive hydrometeorological databases in the world, I have been unable to detect the postulated changes in the hydrometeorological processes against the background of natural variability.
I also have an extensive knowledge of natural environmental conditions in southern Africa in all its moods. I have been unable to detect any of the alarmist claims of desertification or damage to the indigenous plant or animal species claimed by climate change scientists.
Over the years I have demonstrated a predictable periodicity in hydrological processes and its synchronous linkage with sunspot activity. Together with four co-authors we have gone even further and related these linkages to the sun�s wobble as it moves along its trajectory through galactic space.
This movement results in changes in the earth to the sun distance and corresponding variations in received solar energy. We were able to demonstrate that these variations in received solar energy were considerably larger than the variations due to greenhouse gas emissions.
Not only do our studies completely negate the claims made by climate change scientists, but we can demonstrate with a high degree of assurance that all the proposed measures to limit greenhouse gas emissions will be an exercise in futility.
There is no way whatsoever that the costly mitigation measures will have a meaningful effect on the world’s climate.
The Expert answers:
Climate is altered by human activity. This is simply basic earth science, and few dispute this. How much? No one knows, and this is the kicker. There are other processes that occur naturally which contribute heavily to the Earth’s climate. The interaction between these natural systems and human activity is worth studying and debating. It’s possible that human activity is overall not the major contributor to climate change. It’s also possible that human activity is doing alot of damage. However, any attempt to minimize our “footprint” while utilizing better technology that in the long run requires less resource input is not futile in my opinion.
Thomas asks…
Need a creative gift idea!!!!!?
So here’s the deal my teacher is leaving because of health issues and she is the very best teacher anyone can ask for. I really want to get her a gift that shows how much i loved her. One thing you should know is that she is very environmental ,into saving the world, child labor, very into Africa and everything is basically eco in our class. So I can’t really buy anything from the store because it will create too much waste and we will have no idea if it was made from slave labor or not. What I was thinking of was a clay scene of our classroom (I have a job working with clay)with all of her Africa pictures and posters everywhere, the kids and a few important details, or I was think a large clay tie dye peace sign that says #1 teacher or something. I’m in grade 8 and she is leaving on Tuesday I could really use lots of creative idea on what to make fore her. Thanks in advanced!!
The Expert answers:
I like the idea of the clay tie-dye peace sign 🙂 If you do this one, you’ll be able to choose what size you’ll be able to work with in time to give it to her – plus it’s not too complicated, meaning you can add more details without worrying about how long it’ll take for the shape. The model of the classroom sounds incredibly detailed, but if you have the time it could still work out great. Whichever you do, if the model is big enough you could include everyone’s names from your class in some way (maybe engraved or painted) and some sort of thankyou message. I don’t really know what else to suggest, but if you can find an eco-friendly bag to present it in (you could also decorate that, maybe with help from your classmates) then it saves on worrying about where your wrapping paper comes from or how many trees you’ve killed. Good luck!
William asks…
Opinions needed! What kind of career should I look for?
I love volunteering. I love travel, hate schedules. Global, political, environmental, and humanitarian affairs interest me. I really want to go to Africa, and I’m especially interested in the Democratic Republic of Congo and the issues they’re currently facing. I’m interested in the United Nations, but I don’t want to be stuck behind a desk all day, until I get promoted, only to be stuck behind another desk all day, but one in a larger room with a better view. I’m interested in conservation and animal welfare as well. So what are some good options for me? I really want to be based in Africa or South America, either dealing with endangered animal welfare or humanitarian affairs.
And since it’s probably relevant, I’m 17 and a senior in high school. I’m looking to take at least a year off to hopefully volunteer in Africa. I’m thinking about going with VFP (UN volunteer organization), but I’m open to other organizations. If you know of any, please let me know!
The Expert answers:
Talk to your counselor and/or take a career test from a local community college, most are free tests to help you figure out want you want to do. Dont freak out, you’re young and have plenty of time to find a concentration in life.
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