International Year of Forests

Hello everyone
The year 2011 is declared as the international year of forests by United Nations.The reason being

to celebrate people’s action to sustainably manage the world’s forests

Life is a circle, whatever you do it comes back to him.We humans have learnt this lesson well and are trying to save our environment to save ourself. The UN lists its reasons and objectives for this celebration here.
Forests are an integral part of our environment and any changes to it may cause likewise changes for us.Forests contain many resources required by us.If we destroy them in the names of modernization we will also be the ones suffering the consequences.

Today is the seventh day of the new year.The seventh day is considered to be lucky by many people through out the history.So you can celebrate the first lucky day of the year in the manner you wish.

This day is celebrated as the Festival of Seven Herbs in japan.It is a long standing custom in japan of eating the rice porridge with seven herbs.This is supposed to bring longevity and good health.

So, considering the day's and year's theme it is a good idea to celebrate the day by planting a plant or tree in your backyard or in a pot.

Enjoy...