Category Archives: environment

In which I once again leave myself open to a schooling in Canadian politics, from people who actually know what they’re talking about

Posted on December 2, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

The Science Canada blog has directed me to some very interesting articles recently, and as a result I had a whole post planned on how the new US government might impact on Canadian environmental policies. BUT! Much more immediately interesting … Continue reading →

Posted in Canada, environment, politics | 3 Comments

The (baby) elephant (not) in the room

Posted on November 20, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

As promised at Ruchi’s place, a post about not having children. (Or, rather, not planning to have children; this is not always the same thing, as a couple of my friends have found out!) Mr E Man and I had … Continue reading →

Posted in environment, family, rants | 27 Comments

APLS Carnival: On Affluence

Posted on September 14, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

(The inaugural Affluent People Living Sustainably Carnival asked us to define sustainability, and this month’s edition asked us to define Affluence. Great topics, especially as we’re all in the “getting to know you” phase. However, I would like to remind … Continue reading →

Posted in Carnivals, environment, food glorious food, personal | 6 Comments

We can has election too! Take that, Yanks

Posted on September 8, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

Well, the rumours were true and the date is set. I was holding out hope that I would be able to vote in the next Canadian election, but it looks like I’m going to have to wait. Probably not for … Continue reading →

Posted in bad people, Canada, environment, politics, rants, Vancouver | 13 Comments

First APLS Carnival Post!

Posted on August 13, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

Gaah! Deadlines come around quickly. When Ruchi (aka Arduous) first announced this exciting new carnival about APLS (Affluent People Living Sustainably) I thought I had weeks to write something, but suddenly it’s the 12th already! Luckily I’ve had a post … Continue reading →

Posted in Carnivals, cycling, environment, food glorious food, gardening, photos | 20 Comments

I was DEEPLY offended by PZ Myers today

Posted on July 25, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

His actions were truly reprehensible. Dude, recycle that paper! And do you not have a compost bin for the banana skin and coffee grounds? Show some fucking respect!

Posted in atheism, environment, silliness | 4 Comments

This post is for Arduous*

Posted on July 1, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

We’re going camping on Thursday! Until Monday! Woo hoo! The campsite was chosen by a group of friends who stayed there last year (we were too busy with wedding planning) and liked it so much they decided to make it … Continue reading →

Posted in camping, drunkenness, environment, personal | 5 Comments

Random Bullets of Eco Smugness

Posted on April 22, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

Mr E Man and I spent a couple of hours at a sustainable living expo yesterday. It was my first time at a non-scientific tradeshow, and Mr E Man’s first tradeshow ever (unless you count the time he tagged along … Continue reading →

Posted in drunkenness, environment, food glorious food, furry friends, politics, Vancouver | 7 Comments

Am I a walking stereotype?

Posted on March 14, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

I came across an interesting site recently. It’s called “Stuff White People Like” and, well, it’s a list of things that white people are supposed to all be into. There are several different ways to approach such a list, many … Continue reading →

Posted in blog roll, career, cycling, drunkenness, education, environment, personal, science, silliness, snow, sport, Vancouver | 10 Comments

Things I’ve learned since my last post

Posted on February 12, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

– Inhaling helium from balloons at a party is still funny when you’re in your thirties. – It is unfair for the karaoke to end just as you realise this. – Steak is still tasty when served on a stick. … Continue reading →

Posted in drunkenness, environment, movie review, personal, silliness | 4 Comments