As your Wealth Warrior, I have been trying to get through to you about how beneficial solar can be. Not all of you seem entirely convinced, so I decided to bring someone in with a little more notoriety. Let me introduce you all to, the one, the only, Mother Nature. Say hi, Mama Nat!
Mother Nature: Hello there, dears.
Wanda: Would you mind if I asked you a few questions, Nat?
Mother Nature: Go right ahead. I’m always looking to be heard.
Wanda: Firstly, is it okay if I call you Nat?
Mother Nature: Of course, Wanda. We go way back.
Wanda: Hear that, everyone? Mother Nature and I are tight. How exactly did you get your name?
Mother Nature: It’s been so long since I heard the story that I’m not certain on the particulars. Legend has it, it’s because y’all are so dependent on me! Like all mothers, I care for every one of my children. It would be nice to get some of that affection back or you know, a call back occasionally…
Wanda: Ahhh the constant battle of all mothers. You, of all mothers, aren’t exempt from that?
Mother Nature: You wouldn’t believe it! The things my babies put me through…
Wanda: Like what?
Mother Nature: Ugh, where to start? I’m still not over the margarine scandal. As if mama couldn’t tell the difference between butter and fake butter. Of the things I put up with, that would have to be one of the most minor. The most consistent and pressing issue I’m facing is the lack of appreciation for my work. I work to provide this lush planet for my babies and it’s like they don’t even notice.
Wanda: I can’t even imagine.
Mother Nature: The noxious gases. My precious ozone layer…
Wanda: Well, what’s something we can do to show our gratitude?
Mother Nature: I can think of something that unifies both of our lines of work Wanda. Ever since you’ve been yacking my ear off about solar panels, I’ve been paying close attention. You’re right, they do alleviate some of my burdens. An average residential solar system can prevent hundreds of tons of noxious emissions. As a gift, it’s like one of those chore coupon booklets you made for your mom as a kid—it saves you money too!
Wanda: That’s what I’ve been trying to tell them! It’s a win-win.
Mother Nature: Now tell them to sort out their trash from their recycling and we’ll be set for Earth Day too. Mama will be happy.
Wanda: Alright, I’ll tell ‘em! I owe you one.