One of the things I appreciate about having grown up in the Washington, DC, area is that this is an international and intercultural community. Even among my classmates whose parents all grew up in and around DC (mine did not), heritage, race, class, and culture led to a dazzling array of differences in terms of … Continue reading WES Blog — A Beloved Community
At the end of this first month of 2021, we feel uncertain about many of the institutions that have defined our lives, and which frame our worldviews. We are all distracted and distressed, unsettled and uncertain. Between changes in national leadership and the impact of the COVID pandemic, we find ourselves in the midst of … Continue reading WES Blog — From the Board of Trustees
from Earth Ethics Action Team By choosing ‘clean’ or ‘green’ energy, we direct our money away from fossil fuel energy sources, accelerating the industry’s decline, and toward environmentally responsible energy sources, accelerating their rise toward the majority (and eventually 100%) sources of electricity and heat in America. Choosing clean energy helps decrease air pollution, which … Continue reading WES Blog — Choosing Clean Energy
Happy New Year WES! We made it to 2021! It’s been ten months since the doors on 16th St were open for us to see each other in person and be connected physically. We have adapted. We continue to adapt. And we continue to be inclusive to our member community and beyond in an ethical … Continue reading WES Blog — Spreading the Ethical News!
from Lyn Cox, Interim Leader I was raised to be a fan of science fiction and fantasy books. My dad would keep paperbacks around the house, so that’s what I picked up to read as soon as I was able. When my mother needed to nap before an overnight shift at the hospital, the library … Continue reading WES Blog — January is a Month of Imagination
In our August Blog, the Community Relations Committee (CRC) reflected on the development of the WES Pact with its four substantive areas conveying communication skills, behaviors, and attitudes: improving communication, sustaining positive relationships, resolving conflicts, and building healthy community. In this blog, we want to engage with you about what would be the most effective … Continue reading WES Blog — From the Community Relations Committee
A Blog from Linda Irizarry My name is Linda Irizarry, the new Teen Coordinator at WES. I am super excited to be here and to be planning some exciting programs and activities for the Youth at WES. So far, we have kicked off our Youth Year with an introduction session where I and the teens shared … Continue reading WES Blog — What is on the Horizon for the Youth at WES?
This has been a strange year, one that has strained both our patience and our connection to one another. We’re proud, however, of the ways in which WES members have come together. Whether through the fun and frivolity of the auction, by keeping important community traditions like Stone Soup and Winter Festival alive in our … Continue reading WES Blog — Time, Talents, and Treasure
I’m not sure if my electronic devices are helping me to be more human or not. Like many people, as I’ve adjusted to living a more socially distanced life, I have found it more difficult to keep track of time. My appointment schedule is less tied to physical location. I don’t have routines of being … Continue reading WES Blog — Stillness
As we head into the winter months and more time indoors, improving our homes through weatherization and energy improvements can: Lower monthly bills Improve comfort Improve air quality Eliminate some health and safety issues, and Reduce global warming. The Earth Ethics Action Team has found several programs available in the local area to help residents … Continue reading WES Blog — Improving Your Home – Energy & Weatherization
