Family Earth Hour

Our family just emerged from an hour of darkness (save for the street light and our 4 glasses of gel candles) in support of Earth Hour 2009.

Both our neighbours on either side of us also supported the movement but sad to say not the rest of the street.

My 3 boys were pretty excited about the event, the youngest (just 2 years old) of course didn't understand what was going on and was particularly fascinated by the gel lights. Justin (9) and Brandon (13) played games like shadow figures and riding on 'horsie' with their baby brother.

Ethan...totally captivated by my home-made gel light

My Dad took the time to meditate while Mom relaxed and just enjoyed the cool night. Hubby and I also relaxed and sat back to enjoy the hour (but all the while keeping a watchful eye over the children). We were lucky to be blessed with a cool night as it had rained heavily during the evening.