Freedom of Speech, Enlightened Universities and the Holy Grail
It is really interesting what prompted my publishing of these last few poems was because I have written about King Arthur recently and it is top of mind for me. Then as I was sitting in front of the computer the song ‘Holy Grail’ came on. Last time I had inspiration around this… Continue reading
Do You Expect the Spanish Inquisition?
Fear, surprise and fanatical devotion to the Pope. Some words from Monty Python.
Humour often comes out in response to seriousness in all its forms. There were many jokes around that time going around. Any form of repression attracts humour as it rebalances power.
In relation to peace would this be… Continue reading
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s Key Reflection on Compassion
http://www.un.org/apps/news/story.asp?NewsID=55865#.WGUFkBt97IV
INTERVIEW: Making the ‘most impossible job’ a possible mission – Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon
Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon sits down for a final interview before leaving office with the UN News Centre. Photo: Runa A
That day… Continue reading
Division Will Lead to Unity
My inner feeling which I have had confirmed is about the opportunity in this situation that has arisen in the United States. I found myself reflecting on the election of John Howard here in Australia and the fears his Prime Ministership generated. What I saw was more engagement by people who were afraid… Continue reading
Kids Will Inspire Peace on Earth
Go to http://www.kidsforpeaceglobal.org/ for more information
What is Peace?
Time to resolve all conflict.
http://www.international-alert.org/what-peace
What is peace?
Peace is when people are able to resolve their conflicts without violence and… Continue reading