In thinking about the possible implications of this new “law” and my own commitment to non-violent resistance, I reread Gandhi’s words to his fellows in a mass meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa. In speaking of the oath that they were about to take, he explained the nature of their commitment. A few words as to […]
Read MoreAnd Berkeley’s is one of the oldest, starting in 1979, open to anyone with a library card. Found this video originally, thanks to www.newdream.org, a fabulous site that “seeks to cultivate a new American dream—one that emphasizes community, ecological sustainability, and a celebration of non-material values.” Check it out! Thanks to SueM for the pointer. […]
Read MoreThis remarkable youtube video reminds me of the permaculture principle, “the edge is where the action is.” Baba Rampuri, a westerner who has lived in India for 40 years, knows how to play the veil between dimensions. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A64QJLtmcGE&feature=related]
Read MoreOne might say that the seemingly inevitable, descending fate of the Catholic Church is writ small in the progression from my Dad, to me, to my kids. First generation: My dad was and is an extremely pious man, devoted to the church. Indeed, the wife of his lab partner in medical school told me years […]
Read MoreJoan Bird just sent this missive to her UFO list. Really a terrific NASA site: www.apod.nasa.gov. Especially March 12, which shows scaling at any level . . . Whew! Thanks, Joan! A friend just sent me the link to this website, and it is full of interesting information. For March 12 (apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap120312.html), you will see […]
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