More comments taken from the book "Organic Living". The chapter on wood suggests buying from FSC certified sources and then goes into how wood is a precious resource.
The idea that someone could grow their own wood is almost never mentioned. Why not? Are we so disconnected from trees or urbanized that we no longer consider trees part of the garden? The chapter "Design for Life" suggests planning a home with a somewhat holistic approach. Things like where one works and local weather should be taken into consideration. Good ideas. For clothing they suggest wool, hemp, and cotton products. Also mentioned were recycled products and silk. A more frugal DIY mentality might choose thrift stores and sewing. The far edge might raise sheep, spin and use dog/cat hair for hats and socks. Next, a whole chapter is devoted to raising pets organically. My feelings are mixed on this. It gets into the purpose of pets, animal rights, natural diets, and what techniques help diversity. What do you think? Each culture views this differently. Does this mean our bias is mostly due to cultural conditioning? Does animal rights differ from human rights? jeff
