Becoming environmentally sensitive, and exploring new perspectives and opinions. — Serenity is something I often take for granted. A minute or two of alone time to feel present during our busy lives. A minute or two to reflect on our environment and its beauty. …

The beautiful city of Austin, Texas that I am blessed enough to call home has gone through a multitude of changes over the past decade. Rapid growth in population of Austin has caused congested roads due to increased traffic, lack of jobs, and increasing cost of living. What some citizens…