Terry Lloyd's Blog, page 14
April 9, 2023
Integrity.
At a time when some people might be celebrating the crowning of Charles and Camilla, I know that many cannot ignore the gross indiscretions that they both enacted. Historically, leaders of a nation were meant to be positive reinforcements of a country’s values and important public advocates for the state. It is a situation that does not warrant scandal, flagrant abuse of power and immoral behaviour.
In 1994 Charles publicly admitted to adultery although not at that time naming Camilla. In 1995 Princess Diana announced there was a third person in her marriage to Charles and it had certainly been a crowded relationship. When honesty and integrity should be the cornerstones of any prospective ruling Royal family, it is difficult to contemplate Charles and Camilla crowned as King and Queen.
The present Royal family only have that status through the abdication of Edward the Eighth and that was due to the events in 1936. The irony is that Charles’s great uncle wished to marry a divorcee and to pursue his intention, he gave up entitlement to the throne. It is with great disappointment that many feel Charles has not repeated his decision. Hypocrisy is not only extremely evident but moreover this time, the person desiring to take the throne, has flouted an integral part of the constitution.
It is important to keep pace with the times, but how to publicly accept that adulterous, unkind and unfaithful actions can claim entitlement to sit at the Head of State is not a representation of the country’s standards.
The former Queen throughout her reign always demonstrated empathy for her subjects. Whereas evidence does seem to suggest that Charles seems more concerned about everybody recognising his newly claimed position as King. Portraits at a time of a cost of living crisis and excessive, lavish demands for pomp and ceremony are only going to strain the relationship between Country and State.
If Princess Diana could be called the Queen of Hearts, this title is no doubt awarded through her natural display of kindness and compassionate treatment of all the many people she met during her relatively short life. In choosing any nation’s King or Queen, it is difficult if not impossible to ignore private and public behaviour. Actions do have consequences or so people are brought up to believe, and if so, decisions and responses should aptly indicate the thoughts and feelings of any countries involved.
In 1994 Charles publicly admitted to adultery although not at that time naming Camilla. In 1995 Princess Diana announced there was a third person in her marriage to Charles and it had certainly been a crowded relationship. When honesty and integrity should be the cornerstones of any prospective ruling Royal family, it is difficult to contemplate Charles and Camilla crowned as King and Queen.
The present Royal family only have that status through the abdication of Edward the Eighth and that was due to the events in 1936. The irony is that Charles’s great uncle wished to marry a divorcee and to pursue his intention, he gave up entitlement to the throne. It is with great disappointment that many feel Charles has not repeated his decision. Hypocrisy is not only extremely evident but moreover this time, the person desiring to take the throne, has flouted an integral part of the constitution.
It is important to keep pace with the times, but how to publicly accept that adulterous, unkind and unfaithful actions can claim entitlement to sit at the Head of State is not a representation of the country’s standards.
The former Queen throughout her reign always demonstrated empathy for her subjects. Whereas evidence does seem to suggest that Charles seems more concerned about everybody recognising his newly claimed position as King. Portraits at a time of a cost of living crisis and excessive, lavish demands for pomp and ceremony are only going to strain the relationship between Country and State.
If Princess Diana could be called the Queen of Hearts, this title is no doubt awarded through her natural display of kindness and compassionate treatment of all the many people she met during her relatively short life. In choosing any nation’s King or Queen, it is difficult if not impossible to ignore private and public behaviour. Actions do have consequences or so people are brought up to believe, and if so, decisions and responses should aptly indicate the thoughts and feelings of any countries involved.
April 2, 2023
The World of Pets.
The world of pets can be full of individual and vibrant examples, yet share a common theme of emotional bonds. The loss of a pet can be a very deep experience, as my own history of a few what felt like forced departures over the years, has shown me. Developing a rapport with an animal can entail a close relationship and one that never feels quite ready to have reached the time of saying goodbye. Even now, I can not recollect happy memories without both laughing and shedding a tear from my eye for the more poignant encounters.
My grandmother had several cats at one time. I was just over the age of a toddler and found them rather boring. At the risk of upsetting cat lovers, my personal attempt at breaking the ice with them was doomed to failure as I tried to grab them which naturally ended in them hissing and baring their claws. My grandmother happened to see the action and admonished me not to repeat the incident. Much later on in my family, it was for my daughter that we decided to acquire a kitten and he certainly changed my view on cats forever!
A very small but significant chap, that little kitten knew how to take the lead in a family. He had an interesting character, and multiple different roles in the family unit. He was a companion for my daughter, a source of entertainment for my mother in law as he would often get caught napping in her shoes and a bundle of baby fun for my wife who ended up having to assume a maternal status for him and teach him quite a few right from wrongs. I enjoyed playing with him and ultimately I was his wrestling buddy. Although this time I could handle the situation with care, he would love to roar and play fight until we were both puffed out, and in our own ways laughing.
The first dog in my life was a female named Chris. She was an Alsatian cross Chow who was a surprise birthday present. From a small puppy she developed into near enough a full size Alsatian. She was black and had a ruff around her neck similar to a lion and also the additional astounding chow blue tongue.
The next dog in my life was a pedigree female Chow. She had a distinctive character and an affectionate nature. Her name was Lindy and she had one heck of a sense of humour. This was regularly displayed when on being called back, she would avoid me laughing as I valiantly attempted to put her lead back on to her. When she suddenly passed away the grief I felt was immense.
Although my father bred budgerigars, he decided I should keep one as a pet. He was blue and a male. Eagerly I anticipated talking with my pet but as it turned out conversation with Joey remained just a dream. There was a dramatic incident one day when my dog Chris was yawning with its mouth wide open and my pet budgerigar flew into the open dog's mouth. Before I had time to respond, my father had called out loudly to Chris with his name, which had the response of my dog not closing his mouth entirely. The wet bedraggled bird flopped onto the floor, then flew up to perch on the curtain rail thankfully none the worse for his experience.
The fish tank was home for several goldfish and catfish. They provided endless opportunities to watch their everyday activity. I often imagined the catfish a great many times larger, their mouths wide and ordained with their sensing tentacles.
Finally I should mention several recollections of rabbits. They formed part of a repertoire, a few of my personal pets that I have had the good fortune to share time with and get to know. The rabbits were totally different, one exceptional and very small one became best of chums with none other than a seagull and together they would sit side by side for such a long time, practically touching through the wire of the rabbit’s outdoor cage. Then, came two brothers with a love and hate relationship for each other. They would miss each other if not at a close enough proximity but then literally go for each other’s throats if they were put together.
My world of pets will probably differ from yours, and yours will not be the same as someone else might have gotten to know about. That is part of the amazing and awesome relationships and experiences that pets, both on the more conventional or wild side, can bring into people's lives.
My grandmother had several cats at one time. I was just over the age of a toddler and found them rather boring. At the risk of upsetting cat lovers, my personal attempt at breaking the ice with them was doomed to failure as I tried to grab them which naturally ended in them hissing and baring their claws. My grandmother happened to see the action and admonished me not to repeat the incident. Much later on in my family, it was for my daughter that we decided to acquire a kitten and he certainly changed my view on cats forever!
A very small but significant chap, that little kitten knew how to take the lead in a family. He had an interesting character, and multiple different roles in the family unit. He was a companion for my daughter, a source of entertainment for my mother in law as he would often get caught napping in her shoes and a bundle of baby fun for my wife who ended up having to assume a maternal status for him and teach him quite a few right from wrongs. I enjoyed playing with him and ultimately I was his wrestling buddy. Although this time I could handle the situation with care, he would love to roar and play fight until we were both puffed out, and in our own ways laughing.
The first dog in my life was a female named Chris. She was an Alsatian cross Chow who was a surprise birthday present. From a small puppy she developed into near enough a full size Alsatian. She was black and had a ruff around her neck similar to a lion and also the additional astounding chow blue tongue.
The next dog in my life was a pedigree female Chow. She had a distinctive character and an affectionate nature. Her name was Lindy and she had one heck of a sense of humour. This was regularly displayed when on being called back, she would avoid me laughing as I valiantly attempted to put her lead back on to her. When she suddenly passed away the grief I felt was immense.
Although my father bred budgerigars, he decided I should keep one as a pet. He was blue and a male. Eagerly I anticipated talking with my pet but as it turned out conversation with Joey remained just a dream. There was a dramatic incident one day when my dog Chris was yawning with its mouth wide open and my pet budgerigar flew into the open dog's mouth. Before I had time to respond, my father had called out loudly to Chris with his name, which had the response of my dog not closing his mouth entirely. The wet bedraggled bird flopped onto the floor, then flew up to perch on the curtain rail thankfully none the worse for his experience.
The fish tank was home for several goldfish and catfish. They provided endless opportunities to watch their everyday activity. I often imagined the catfish a great many times larger, their mouths wide and ordained with their sensing tentacles.
Finally I should mention several recollections of rabbits. They formed part of a repertoire, a few of my personal pets that I have had the good fortune to share time with and get to know. The rabbits were totally different, one exceptional and very small one became best of chums with none other than a seagull and together they would sit side by side for such a long time, practically touching through the wire of the rabbit’s outdoor cage. Then, came two brothers with a love and hate relationship for each other. They would miss each other if not at a close enough proximity but then literally go for each other’s throats if they were put together.
My world of pets will probably differ from yours, and yours will not be the same as someone else might have gotten to know about. That is part of the amazing and awesome relationships and experiences that pets, both on the more conventional or wild side, can bring into people's lives.
March 26, 2023
Artificial Intelligence.
Artificial intelligence is a mind blowing concept but more than that it has so many everyday applications. One of the more recent, was the ability to predict the shape of the Covid virus.
My imagination was tweaked when I saw Stephen Spielberg’s A.I. film which featured a child android character programmed for love.
A.I. has in the past and in the future an important part to improve our understanding of the world we live in. It also has a frightening ability to surpass human achievements. A group of researchers have been working on a project called DeepMind. At first they concentrated on software that played games, then there was a major breakthrough when they solved a long term problem in biology, that is protein folding. Proteins in a three D form need to be correctly folded otherwise malformation can result in disease. It is quite probable that some illnesses are caused by the deterioration of correct protein folding, hence it is an important process for the body.
The beauty of artificial intelligence is its capacity to, in a very short time, read and select nuggets of information that are capable of solving and understanding future problems. It is capable of operating at the same time on numerous projects and solving problems in one sphere that could be adapted into other areas of research.
There have been super realistic bots that resemble human beings created to perhaps enhance and work within the care industry. Highly efficient and precise at giving or measuring medication, it is thought that these A.I. robotic caregivers would even be able to show loved one’s faces over their own, thus calming the anxiousness of some Dementia sufferers.
Artificial Intelligence is a tool of immense potential and if used wisely will aid human survival and help reduce suffering. In creating this kind of assimilated technology can come questions of epic proportions. There is a huge benefit in certain human need domains and A.I. could quickly help both industry and leisure areas of life. How well this occurs though, is very linked to human decision, judgement and vision.
My imagination was tweaked when I saw Stephen Spielberg’s A.I. film which featured a child android character programmed for love.
A.I. has in the past and in the future an important part to improve our understanding of the world we live in. It also has a frightening ability to surpass human achievements. A group of researchers have been working on a project called DeepMind. At first they concentrated on software that played games, then there was a major breakthrough when they solved a long term problem in biology, that is protein folding. Proteins in a three D form need to be correctly folded otherwise malformation can result in disease. It is quite probable that some illnesses are caused by the deterioration of correct protein folding, hence it is an important process for the body.
The beauty of artificial intelligence is its capacity to, in a very short time, read and select nuggets of information that are capable of solving and understanding future problems. It is capable of operating at the same time on numerous projects and solving problems in one sphere that could be adapted into other areas of research.
There have been super realistic bots that resemble human beings created to perhaps enhance and work within the care industry. Highly efficient and precise at giving or measuring medication, it is thought that these A.I. robotic caregivers would even be able to show loved one’s faces over their own, thus calming the anxiousness of some Dementia sufferers.
Artificial Intelligence is a tool of immense potential and if used wisely will aid human survival and help reduce suffering. In creating this kind of assimilated technology can come questions of epic proportions. There is a huge benefit in certain human need domains and A.I. could quickly help both industry and leisure areas of life. How well this occurs though, is very linked to human decision, judgement and vision.
March 19, 2023
Interesting Events.
Some events are mundane yet some can be awe inspiring such as the Northern Lights. However there is a cycle every eleven years that is dramatically more powerful and even potentially disruptive to our everyday lives.
Like me, you have probably not heard about the Carrington Event that took place on the first of September eighteen fifty nine and lasted a year. It was observed that red sunspots were greatly increasing indicating a massive solar storm. The Sun shot an amount of hot plasma towards the Earth. That resulted in a surge of energy that caused telegraph wires to send messages without any power. Fortunately the Carrington Event was the most powerful one to date. I would just add a caution, despite how much mystery and wonder there might be, it is best to adhere to the advice most of us were given when we were young and do not ever look without visual protection at the Sun.
On a beach one day you might stop with surprise at coming across sea balls and wonder what they are. They can vary in size from small to giant. They are actually natural fibres of sea grass and are formed by the motion of the sea.
One of the most awe inspiring events in my opinion, took place two point thirty three billion years ago when there became a significant increase in oxygen of the Earth's atmosphere. This heralded the major change in the direction of new life that flourished breathing oxygen.
In the Carboniferous period about 359 to 299 million years ago, the world was a haven for giant insects and bugs. Fossils of dragonflies with a wing span greater than a pigeon are abundant and millipedes longer than a man's leg were common. The thought of Cockroaches big enough to see off a medium modern domestic pet are quite alarming.
All forms of life have a biological history. Learning that people have traits of behaviour that are shared with other creatures can be intriguing. For me, it burst the bubble of thinking that somehow there is a barrier of superiority.
Our history of development really should not be ignored, and I think lessons should be used for multiple improvements. I find discovering new and significant events really interesting as there is so much information that I might not have even been aware of and it potentially widens views and understanding of reality, so if necessary thoughts and thinking can be adjusted.
Like me, you have probably not heard about the Carrington Event that took place on the first of September eighteen fifty nine and lasted a year. It was observed that red sunspots were greatly increasing indicating a massive solar storm. The Sun shot an amount of hot plasma towards the Earth. That resulted in a surge of energy that caused telegraph wires to send messages without any power. Fortunately the Carrington Event was the most powerful one to date. I would just add a caution, despite how much mystery and wonder there might be, it is best to adhere to the advice most of us were given when we were young and do not ever look without visual protection at the Sun.
On a beach one day you might stop with surprise at coming across sea balls and wonder what they are. They can vary in size from small to giant. They are actually natural fibres of sea grass and are formed by the motion of the sea.
One of the most awe inspiring events in my opinion, took place two point thirty three billion years ago when there became a significant increase in oxygen of the Earth's atmosphere. This heralded the major change in the direction of new life that flourished breathing oxygen.
In the Carboniferous period about 359 to 299 million years ago, the world was a haven for giant insects and bugs. Fossils of dragonflies with a wing span greater than a pigeon are abundant and millipedes longer than a man's leg were common. The thought of Cockroaches big enough to see off a medium modern domestic pet are quite alarming.
All forms of life have a biological history. Learning that people have traits of behaviour that are shared with other creatures can be intriguing. For me, it burst the bubble of thinking that somehow there is a barrier of superiority.
Our history of development really should not be ignored, and I think lessons should be used for multiple improvements. I find discovering new and significant events really interesting as there is so much information that I might not have even been aware of and it potentially widens views and understanding of reality, so if necessary thoughts and thinking can be adjusted.
March 12, 2023
Asylum Seeker Plight.
Just when you may think politics are being directed in the UK in a clear and wise direction, I’m afraid along comes another blatant error to bewilder the mind.
After the Liz Truss fiasco plunging the country into financial chaos, her replacement Rishi Sunak has made a declaration to instil integrity back into political scenes across the country and to achieve certain ambitious goals. There is undoubtedly a crisis of vast proportions unfolding along many of the country’s beaches and coasts but unfortunately the method most recently chosen to deter illegal Channel crossings is short sighted. Enforcing a policy that may well turn out to be in contravention of human rights is not acceptable, not to mention that it will leave the UK in no position to morally highlight other international actions that might totally disregard human rights.
That said, the way asylum seekers are treated in this country makes no financial sense and with even a little creative thinking, there are obvious real term solutions. There is a vast amount of asylum seekers currently in the UK who have been frustrated by not being allowed to work or contribute to the country in any significant way. A huge number of skilled, potential workers who at the moment are demoralised and claimed to be a financial burden. A burden that could easily become an asset, if they were allowed to work, particularly in areas that were suited to their abilities or that desperately needed employees.
Many asylum seekers are refugees looking for refuge because of the part other countries have had in disrupting them of a native homeland. There is an extreme emphasis on a country like the UK to lead by example and I would certainly hope that barbaric and bombastic tactics are not the impression desired to be given in this specific situation. Many genuine asylum seekers would like to positively help their own plights, act as responsible members of a community and sustain a system that could contribute towards relatives in their original country. Having a job is mentally and socially worthwhile, it is for many a basic need and it should not be withheld from those who can and want to contribute.
I would think that any defining, successful government should encourage a collective unity and not a divisive theme of segregation and hatred. In the long term, introducing the means for individuals to work and even through a lengthy citizenship process, could lessen the us and them mentality. Wherever we originate, we all share the common need for survival and hopefully the same human ideals.
After the Liz Truss fiasco plunging the country into financial chaos, her replacement Rishi Sunak has made a declaration to instil integrity back into political scenes across the country and to achieve certain ambitious goals. There is undoubtedly a crisis of vast proportions unfolding along many of the country’s beaches and coasts but unfortunately the method most recently chosen to deter illegal Channel crossings is short sighted. Enforcing a policy that may well turn out to be in contravention of human rights is not acceptable, not to mention that it will leave the UK in no position to morally highlight other international actions that might totally disregard human rights.
That said, the way asylum seekers are treated in this country makes no financial sense and with even a little creative thinking, there are obvious real term solutions. There is a vast amount of asylum seekers currently in the UK who have been frustrated by not being allowed to work or contribute to the country in any significant way. A huge number of skilled, potential workers who at the moment are demoralised and claimed to be a financial burden. A burden that could easily become an asset, if they were allowed to work, particularly in areas that were suited to their abilities or that desperately needed employees.
Many asylum seekers are refugees looking for refuge because of the part other countries have had in disrupting them of a native homeland. There is an extreme emphasis on a country like the UK to lead by example and I would certainly hope that barbaric and bombastic tactics are not the impression desired to be given in this specific situation. Many genuine asylum seekers would like to positively help their own plights, act as responsible members of a community and sustain a system that could contribute towards relatives in their original country. Having a job is mentally and socially worthwhile, it is for many a basic need and it should not be withheld from those who can and want to contribute.
I would think that any defining, successful government should encourage a collective unity and not a divisive theme of segregation and hatred. In the long term, introducing the means for individuals to work and even through a lengthy citizenship process, could lessen the us and them mentality. Wherever we originate, we all share the common need for survival and hopefully the same human ideals.
March 5, 2023
Natural Wonders.
Nature can be wonderful and awe inspiring to the observer and sometimes especially this is true when it comes to behaviour. Simply watching animals and wildlife in a natural habitat exhibiting fantastic displays can lead to provocative thoughts and questions, such as why does a flock of birds in flight simultaneously change directions, almost as if following instructions? The same could be said about a shoal of fish.
Another interesting feature is the behaviour of beavers that build dams and floating lodges. How do they know what to do? There is a natural response from these hard working animals, to hearing running water, even in the middle of a field and from a speaker. Upon being alerted to the noise of running water, the beaver will be triggered and start gathering sticks and mud to build a dam. The actual building of dams and lodges is apparently a learnt behaviour from other beavers, even though some people might think the beaver is born with the knowledge of what is necessary for habitat building.
Genetic memory is a fascinating idea whereby knowledge in a parent can be inherited in the offspring, but no real proof of this can be established. Although certain traits may well be inherited, I have not yet seen any scientific proof to evidence this intriguing theory as fact.
On observing a herd of cows one might not assume that they generally have a capacity to remember kind acts and be wary of people that may have not treated them so well. They have been scientifically studied and shown to express sounds in accordance with regional accents. So the next time you think you have heard a generic cow noise in a field or farm setting, you could well have been treated to an animal version of the local dialect.
There can be extraordinary wonders of nature like the equivalent of a human fingerprint being found in a dog’s very unique nose. Tracking abilities and heightened senses shown in certain species that could easily equate them to superhero status.
When watching animal tv programs the social structure of primates has an uncanny resemblance to our organised and arguably sophisticated hierarchy. There is a boss character surrounded by envious potential candidates waiting for the opportunity to replace the head of state. Throw in some politics, love triangles and a bit of intense drama and you do not know if you are watching an episode of your favourite soap opera or a glimpse of natural wild wonders.
There is an awful lot of amazing social acceptance, sense of community and relationship depiction across many species and this can at times make for a very complicated mix. There is no doubt empathy can also flourish between people and animals, natural wonders found in all sorts of creatures still prove to shock, confound and inspire.
Another interesting feature is the behaviour of beavers that build dams and floating lodges. How do they know what to do? There is a natural response from these hard working animals, to hearing running water, even in the middle of a field and from a speaker. Upon being alerted to the noise of running water, the beaver will be triggered and start gathering sticks and mud to build a dam. The actual building of dams and lodges is apparently a learnt behaviour from other beavers, even though some people might think the beaver is born with the knowledge of what is necessary for habitat building.
Genetic memory is a fascinating idea whereby knowledge in a parent can be inherited in the offspring, but no real proof of this can be established. Although certain traits may well be inherited, I have not yet seen any scientific proof to evidence this intriguing theory as fact.
On observing a herd of cows one might not assume that they generally have a capacity to remember kind acts and be wary of people that may have not treated them so well. They have been scientifically studied and shown to express sounds in accordance with regional accents. So the next time you think you have heard a generic cow noise in a field or farm setting, you could well have been treated to an animal version of the local dialect.
There can be extraordinary wonders of nature like the equivalent of a human fingerprint being found in a dog’s very unique nose. Tracking abilities and heightened senses shown in certain species that could easily equate them to superhero status.
When watching animal tv programs the social structure of primates has an uncanny resemblance to our organised and arguably sophisticated hierarchy. There is a boss character surrounded by envious potential candidates waiting for the opportunity to replace the head of state. Throw in some politics, love triangles and a bit of intense drama and you do not know if you are watching an episode of your favourite soap opera or a glimpse of natural wild wonders.
There is an awful lot of amazing social acceptance, sense of community and relationship depiction across many species and this can at times make for a very complicated mix. There is no doubt empathy can also flourish between people and animals, natural wonders found in all sorts of creatures still prove to shock, confound and inspire.
February 26, 2023
Crowning Charles.
I like to think I am a calm, level headed chap but on finding out that the potential coronation is estimated could cost the country one hundred million pounds, I am left almost speechless! What makes matters worse is that King Charles III is insistent on a full do at his coronation and there does not seem to be any allowance made for the drastic and dire state of the country’s economy.
A ruler should be assessed on his judgement, governing and rapport with his or her people. In times of crisis this ethos is even more integral as to the positive status that any kind of ruling monarchy can bring. If a monarch is not prepared to make concessions to indicate that at the very least they are aware that the population of a country are suffering financial hardships, it does cause worry and doubt as to how appropriately this kind of conduct conveys sincere sentiment. Not to moderate excessive demands at this harsh time does not bode well for a person who is supposed to be in touch with and across his country’s needs. I feel moved to express a fear that the future of the country looks bleak when one of the first actions of Charles III is total disregard for his subjects and their plight.
Nurses for the first time are on strike, together with ambulance crews and numerous other hard pressed workers, who have had to fight for survival. Pay and living conditions are significantly lower than the cost of living, and a struggle has ensued likened to that of climbing Mount Everest.
May I with respect suggest that while there are many tasks that Charles III could concentrate on endorsing and focusing on in lieu of improving the standard of living practices throughout the nation, a coronation should not be a mode for putting pomp and ceremony above everyday values. Decadence should not overrule decency. In showing compassion, forethought and wisdom, those are the traits that might persuade people that a monarch has a grasp of some concern over the financial plight and condition of his subjects.
A ruler should be assessed on his judgement, governing and rapport with his or her people. In times of crisis this ethos is even more integral as to the positive status that any kind of ruling monarchy can bring. If a monarch is not prepared to make concessions to indicate that at the very least they are aware that the population of a country are suffering financial hardships, it does cause worry and doubt as to how appropriately this kind of conduct conveys sincere sentiment. Not to moderate excessive demands at this harsh time does not bode well for a person who is supposed to be in touch with and across his country’s needs. I feel moved to express a fear that the future of the country looks bleak when one of the first actions of Charles III is total disregard for his subjects and their plight.
Nurses for the first time are on strike, together with ambulance crews and numerous other hard pressed workers, who have had to fight for survival. Pay and living conditions are significantly lower than the cost of living, and a struggle has ensued likened to that of climbing Mount Everest.
May I with respect suggest that while there are many tasks that Charles III could concentrate on endorsing and focusing on in lieu of improving the standard of living practices throughout the nation, a coronation should not be a mode for putting pomp and ceremony above everyday values. Decadence should not overrule decency. In showing compassion, forethought and wisdom, those are the traits that might persuade people that a monarch has a grasp of some concern over the financial plight and condition of his subjects.
February 19, 2023
Green Energy.
In this time of financial hardship, it is depressing news to hear that energy companies have more money than they know what to do with at the moment. In these extreme circumstances it is awfully difficult not to let the energy companies take on the manner of the Sheriff of Nottingham as they ride in and harass the most vulnerable of their customers. Modern day Sheriffs of Nottingham by acts and deeds, they reportedly use third party heavy handed methods of force and rule. Many of the energy companies have employed bailiffs to use excessive force to gain entry and force the customer to accept instalment of prepayment metres.
Are you aware that bailiffs do not have the right to break your door down and in recent news all energy companies have been asked to cease the practice of installing prepayment metres for customers that are classed as being vulnerable. In a situation of applied pressure tactics, if it is safe then taking pictures and documenting evidence of the action, could be very useful proof at a later date.
I can not believe after so much concern over renewable energy, that energy companies do not appear to be more readily developing and putting into practice green, environmentally friendly innovations that could even be alternatives to wind, sun and water power fuels of energy. As well as implementing the cost and savings of the aforementioned in a better way, more energy companies should be able to produce energy that is much cheaper than fossil fuels. The reduction in costs are simply not being passed on to the consumer. There does not appear to be any incentive for energy companies to achieve total green energy production. What is more alarming is the present government seems quite content not to make any financial incentive to direct the course of energy production.
There are so many ideas that can harness renewable energy, I am amazed that very few have made it into real time production. Energy companies should be reliable saviours for our modern day communities, leading the way forward, not darkening the hearts and homes of so many populations. However I live in hope for everybody's sake that a greener, cleaner future is not only possible but far more affordable.
Are you aware that bailiffs do not have the right to break your door down and in recent news all energy companies have been asked to cease the practice of installing prepayment metres for customers that are classed as being vulnerable. In a situation of applied pressure tactics, if it is safe then taking pictures and documenting evidence of the action, could be very useful proof at a later date.
I can not believe after so much concern over renewable energy, that energy companies do not appear to be more readily developing and putting into practice green, environmentally friendly innovations that could even be alternatives to wind, sun and water power fuels of energy. As well as implementing the cost and savings of the aforementioned in a better way, more energy companies should be able to produce energy that is much cheaper than fossil fuels. The reduction in costs are simply not being passed on to the consumer. There does not appear to be any incentive for energy companies to achieve total green energy production. What is more alarming is the present government seems quite content not to make any financial incentive to direct the course of energy production.
There are so many ideas that can harness renewable energy, I am amazed that very few have made it into real time production. Energy companies should be reliable saviours for our modern day communities, leading the way forward, not darkening the hearts and homes of so many populations. However I live in hope for everybody's sake that a greener, cleaner future is not only possible but far more affordable.
February 12, 2023
Changing World.
I think it is true to say that for many people who contemplate the status of why everything that exists is how it is, may have a popular assumption and that is to think what can be seen is how things have always been.
It can be easy to believe that certain constants in our lives have previously always been, for example trees, grass and people. The next assumption for some, might be to think that it is necessary to find something to explain why things are as they are. Many professional people spend their lives claiming they have the final piece to the puzzle of life and existence. However it is easy to be trapped in a thought process of fitting the pieces in a way that supports an initial assumption. Take the Earth as the centre of creation and a concept that everything has been arranged for mankind's benefit. In an attempt at more fully interpreting any further analysis on this subject, other considerations such as geology, astronomy and biology may well open up a deeper comprehension.
Having an enlightened understanding of people’s ideas and view of the way of things can be extremely useful. There is no doubt that things change over time. However for many people they ask the question: has that change occurred with a goal or is it the result of natural consequences?
Personally I think it is imperative when investigating any particular form of life to gain a wider picture or timeline. Over the course of world history there have been numerous life extinctions. There have been radical changes in the environment that have benefited some forms of life and extinction for others.
The truth of most situations can be discovered but how one achieves a conclusion can be both crucial and influential. There are certain topics that can only be fully comprehended if broadly compared and contrasted with knowledge and facts from previous events. There are highly determining human and natural factors that can alter an outcome and only when this factual reasoning is blended with a wider, historical knowledge perspective, that I think a most reliable theory can be drawn.
It can be easy to believe that certain constants in our lives have previously always been, for example trees, grass and people. The next assumption for some, might be to think that it is necessary to find something to explain why things are as they are. Many professional people spend their lives claiming they have the final piece to the puzzle of life and existence. However it is easy to be trapped in a thought process of fitting the pieces in a way that supports an initial assumption. Take the Earth as the centre of creation and a concept that everything has been arranged for mankind's benefit. In an attempt at more fully interpreting any further analysis on this subject, other considerations such as geology, astronomy and biology may well open up a deeper comprehension.
Having an enlightened understanding of people’s ideas and view of the way of things can be extremely useful. There is no doubt that things change over time. However for many people they ask the question: has that change occurred with a goal or is it the result of natural consequences?
Personally I think it is imperative when investigating any particular form of life to gain a wider picture or timeline. Over the course of world history there have been numerous life extinctions. There have been radical changes in the environment that have benefited some forms of life and extinction for others.
The truth of most situations can be discovered but how one achieves a conclusion can be both crucial and influential. There are certain topics that can only be fully comprehended if broadly compared and contrasted with knowledge and facts from previous events. There are highly determining human and natural factors that can alter an outcome and only when this factual reasoning is blended with a wider, historical knowledge perspective, that I think a most reliable theory can be drawn.
February 5, 2023
Belief Limits Capability.
On thinking about what limits one's ability, it occurred to me to recount the story of an elephant. When young and in captivity elephants can be tethered with a chain to a post that is firmly set in the ground. They learn by experience that limits their mobility at that early age and lack the strength to break for freedom. As time passes they grow to maturity but even though with little effort they could break the chain that tethers them, they do not even attempt to break free. This is a particular case and not claiming this happens to all elephants in captivity but it does highlight how a certain believed mindset can alter behaviour on such a large scale.
Another example is what happens to fleas kept in a jar without a lid; they would simply jump out of the jar. Once a lid is put on the jar, the fleas after time learnt not to jump so high to hit the lid and when the lid was removed those fleas still did not jump high enough to escape the jar.
In a similar way what I attempt to do could be limited, not by lacking the ability but thinking something is beyond my capability. That conceived concept and subsequent scenario often stops me from even attempting something new.
An interesting event occurred when an artist challenged an invited audience and asked this question. Can you draw? The majority of the audience members shook their heads and murmured no. The artist pointed out that when asking the same question of very young children the majority would reply that yes they could draw. In this case the adult audience had interpreted the question as how well can you draw. Of course the object of the function was to demonstrate that with a little application we all can draw, even if it is copying a few lines that result in an individual cartoon.
The crucial point is, why over time, the experience of life makes a difference in the belief of what personally can be achieved. It could be negative attempts or knock backs gradually build and instead of being dealt with at the time, remain in the subconscious and have an undue influence on the confidence to tackle something new.
It is well known that having a confident mindset when approaching doing anything will always end in a better result than being timid about it. Challenging oneself is the key to getting the most out of life. The limit of whether I attempt something new or succeed at something I thought not possible before, could simply be in my mind and how I approach the task.
Another example is what happens to fleas kept in a jar without a lid; they would simply jump out of the jar. Once a lid is put on the jar, the fleas after time learnt not to jump so high to hit the lid and when the lid was removed those fleas still did not jump high enough to escape the jar.
In a similar way what I attempt to do could be limited, not by lacking the ability but thinking something is beyond my capability. That conceived concept and subsequent scenario often stops me from even attempting something new.
An interesting event occurred when an artist challenged an invited audience and asked this question. Can you draw? The majority of the audience members shook their heads and murmured no. The artist pointed out that when asking the same question of very young children the majority would reply that yes they could draw. In this case the adult audience had interpreted the question as how well can you draw. Of course the object of the function was to demonstrate that with a little application we all can draw, even if it is copying a few lines that result in an individual cartoon.
The crucial point is, why over time, the experience of life makes a difference in the belief of what personally can be achieved. It could be negative attempts or knock backs gradually build and instead of being dealt with at the time, remain in the subconscious and have an undue influence on the confidence to tackle something new.
It is well known that having a confident mindset when approaching doing anything will always end in a better result than being timid about it. Challenging oneself is the key to getting the most out of life. The limit of whether I attempt something new or succeed at something I thought not possible before, could simply be in my mind and how I approach the task.
