Dolly Parton Releases an Eagle Back into the Wild

deborah — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400

A bald eaglet that had been rescued in Sanibel Island Florida was released by Dolly Parton and introduced back into the wild. The nestling had fallen and was rescued by the American Eagle Foundation, which is headquartered at Dollywood.

Dolly, with the assistance of Al Cecere, the AEF's founder and Gloria Askridge, the Associate Director of Sales and Marketing of the US Mint opened the door to the eagle's cage last Thursday morning."Dollywood and the American Eagle Foundation have an incredible partnership," Dolly said before releasing the majestic raptor. "It's a real blessing to be able to assist the foundation in its work to rescue these breathtaking birds."

I wish I had permission to post the image here, as it's a beautiful bird but you can see a picture of Dolly and company before its release at Ecorazzi.

Image: PR Photos

Celebrities Turn Off Their Lights for Earth Hour

deborah — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400

On March 29th at 8:00 PM, people all around the world will turn their lights off for an hour, Earth Hour. Last year this experiment took place in Sydney, this year it’s a global experience designed to raise awareness of global warming.

Unfortunately, if it were just me and the other little people turning off the lights, not too many people would take notice. Fortunately, some big names are taking part, and nothing sells an idea like celebrity. Cate Blanchett, Pete Wentz, Dolly Parton, and many others will be shutting down and doing their part. In fact, Nelly Furtardo is even going to be performing in Canada in honor of Earth Hour.

Many national and international landmarks will be taking part as well. Expect to see lights dimmed on the Golden Gate Bridge, the Sydney Opera House and even The Weather Channel home office in Atlanta.

You might be asking yourself…so? I turn off the lights for an hour. What good will it do? Well, by turning off your lights your joining others to protest global warming and raise awareness regarding climate change issues. By turning off your lights you know your involved in a good cause. You’re saving money. You’re saving energy. And you’re giving a damn. Really giving a damn is what we all need to do to save the earth, isn’t it. Isn’t that worth an hour in the dark?

To learn more details, visit the Earth Hour website. Register. Get involved. Learn how to plan an Earth Hour event or calculate your carbon footprint. One person like me may not be able to make a difference, but millions of us can. We just have to give a damn.

Source: EcoRazzi

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