1000 Flowers for the Planet - #59 Keep Balloons Indoors
Did you know that one balloon can kill a
whale? (http://www.savethewhales.org/balloon.html) In fact, balloons are
dangerous to a multitude of sea creatures and bird life. These animals ingest
balloons thinking they are food. The plastic can block their stomach and
prevent the passage of real food. They die unpleasant deaths.
There are other things we can do to enhance
our celebrations: light candles; dance; plant a tree; sing; throw rose petals;
all hold hands; decorate with a little greenery from the garden (and compost it
later); or simply bask in the glory of doing the right thing by our planet.
If you really, really have to have balloons
at your party, ensure they stay indoors, and dispose of them responsibly.
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