Seriously, people.

So, I have to say that people just aren't taking global warming seriously. And that is getting on my nerves. I am tired of people not thinking that it is a big deal, and that they alone couldn't possibly have any impact on the well-being of our environment. To me, that is the most lazy and downright bullshit excuse/point of view ever.
I just saw "An Inconvenient Truth", the documentary by Al Gore which lays out the facts on global warming in an amazingly straightforward way. It makes you scared and pissed off even though the facts are presented in a calm and non-alarmist/psychotic (aka Michael Moore) style of cinematography. It is easy to relate to, and even though there are moments when it seems they dwell on Gore's 2000 loss at the presidency just a tad much, you do realize that HAD he won, our planet just might have been in a bit more stable situation, rather than the crisis of today.
Also, this article at cnn.com backs up much of what Gore discussed in the film...
I am worried, though, that people still can't and won't take this seriously. I am just not sure what to say, except will people just stop being so goddamn stupid and start considering the consequences of their own, and the companies they support, actions. If you don't know where to begin, and it feels overwhelming, just focus on yourself. It is easy to change your own habits, don't worry about what everyone else is doing. Recycle. Stop throwing things away just because it's easier than sorting your bottles and paper. Turn off lights when you aren't home, and turn up your AC, even a few degrees can help. Think about your driving habits, and plan your errands by the most efficient route, and walk or ride a bike whenever possible. There are more easy tips at the movie's website, but all I have to say is that we don't have a choice anymore. This is not something that only the hippies should be doing. If you all want the world to be safe and in good health for YOUR kids (we aren't talking generations anymore, the threats are imminent), then you will do something. Don't be lazy. We can't afford it anymore.