Another early morning run along Main Street in Suffield, 3.2-miles.

I have been noticing much in the news about ecology.  I feel the following concerning the “7th generation” principle taught by Native Americans is important, and appropriate, for the growing lack of selflessness in our nation right now.

The “7th generation” principle taught by Native Americans says that in every decision, be it personal, governmental or corporate, we must consider how it will affect our descendants seven generations into the future.

Now, the interesting thing is that Western society generally considers a generation to be 25 years; while the Lakota Nation considers one generation to be 100 years.

I would appreciate if our current leaders could begin truly thinking about the many, instead of the few, and develop a "win-win or no deal" philosophy, instead of a "winner and loser".