Twice weekly we will post news and views for people committed to living more prudently in these presumptuous days. This blog will provide an opportunity for dialogue and sharing among a “community” of likeminded people, providing hope and help for all who care to join us.

If you look at our community “map” (still under development) on pages 2-3 of the Winter 2011-2012 issue of our eMagazine, you’ll see a number of components, including: a school (for this will be an ongoing learning experience), a recreation center (there will also be a mountain park for various types of outdoor recreation), a health center (for preventative health is surely prudent), and a church (since science has shown that the practice of one’s faith is improves health and longevity). Behind the church is “Boot Hill” – the place where people can bury their old presumptuous habits in favor of living more prudently (right now Boot Hill is under the snow).

You’ll see various renewable energy sources being used, from hydro power to solar power and heating on rooftops of homes and businesses. You’ll see wind power in action. You won’t see geo thermal, since it’s underground. You’ll see a whole off grid development of homes, and you’ll see farms, gardens, and homesteading in action.

Of course right in town will be the bank and a variety of stores, all collectively providing services and goods, including products in our Prudent Living store. You’ll see a town hall where elected officials help manage things, and a square with a gazebo, where people often meet to share ideas that work (and some that aren’t worth trying) and to discuss new sustainable energy methods and products that have become available or are on the horizon.

Think of our community blog as this “gazebo,” where we can meet and advance this new movement. Come, let’s chat for awhile.