I have indeed ponder the question of when the majority of the human race became intelligent to the point of being stupid is what I see it in the Green bashers' letters recently. I guess we are all influenced from a young age, it's just some can see clearly and some know how to be heard while the majority sit and criticise with their bull-headed ignorance.

To those who believe we are safe from our own demise and global warming is not a reality, or never be a possibility; that pollution is not nearly as bad as is said, and what you're doing for your children's future is correct and to hang with natures needs, ha ha.

You may try this at home and don't be shy. For one year, keep all your household rubbish on your own section, along with your human waste, oils, tyres, and unwanted items.

And after the year, if you're happy being surrounded by your own crap, and wish to continue this experiment, by all means do so.
Now look at everyone else, and you'll see the same rubbish created by them.
Now criticise someone for wishing a better future for their children, rather than the greedy, ignorant attitude held by the large majority. Yes, we are polluting at an unsustainable rate, leaving our children and grandchildren money to spend in a giant rubbish tip.

It is time to start thinking logically and change an outdated idea that money is what makes the world go round. It's more like money will stop the world.
I can't wait to read the intelligent critics' response, as those that have the greed bug always have the right response. Your children and grand children owe what they inherit to you. Wonder what they'll say about us in the future?

R Stewart, Te Puke.