Eco Erika

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Gender Female
Occupation Student & Mother
Location MI, United States
Introduction I'm a single, young(ish) mom, just trying to raise a good, environmentally responsible kid. Brief Background: I was born in the early 80's, the second of 4 kids raised by a single mom (affluence wasn't an option, even if it would've been in my nature). After graduation I had a short stint in the Air Force, moved around a couple states and then went back to school and got a degree in Applied Sciences. During that same time I got an internship with the National Park Service where I met my son's father (who is an Environmental Scientist who works closely with the EPA, DNR & PA Coal companies). About the child: My son will be 5 yrs old in August, and yes, I do understand that he's a bit young to expect stewardship from, however most mothers try to instill manners and values as early as possible. I am doing nothing more than guiding him into the notion that he should be respectful, kind and appreciative to ALL life, no just human life.
Interests Reading, writing, sleeping (pretty sure that's on every mom's list!), and anything outside (save for skiing--I suck at that)
Favorite Movies There are FAR too many to list, general parameters are: no chick flicks, action, suspense, some sci-fi, lots of comedy, and no horror.
Favorite Music Rock, Metal, Alternative, a lil bit of pop, R&B, and hip-hop.
Favorite Books Pertaining to this subject matter: 'Last Child in the Woods' by Richard Louv, 'A Wild Life' by Dick Pitman, and my pal Peter Allison's 'Whatever You Do Don't Run' and 'Don't Look Behind You.'