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"Only when the last tree has died, the last river has been poisoned, and the last fish has been caught will we realize we can't eat money." ~ Cree Indian proverb.  

How can I exploit nature next?
(A man was suddenly perplexed.)
Where did the planet go?
(A hungry man, a stack of dough).
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Etgen-Baker Avatar
April 17, 2026 at 5:16 PM
love the quote and your profound message.
Crandall Avatar
April 17, 2026 at 9:18 PM
Thanks, Sara!
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