CURRENT EVENTS
What do you think?
BOOK OF THE WEEK
Choosing Civility
By P. M. Forni
When I see how some people on both sides of the political spectrum talk about the other side, it is just plain painful and it needs to stop. Remember, when you describe others, you are really describing yourself. Choose civility.
Most people would agree that thoughtful behavior and common decency are in short supply, or simply forgotten in hurried lives of emails, cellphones, and multi-tasking. In Choosing Civility, P. M. Forni identifies the twenty-five rules that are most essential in connecting effectively and happily with others. In clear, witty, and, well…civilized language, Forni covers topics that include: (Source: Amazon)
MOVIE, PLAY OR TV SHOW OF THE WEEK
Star Trek Voyager – Season Five
MUSIC OF THE WEEK
Here is a group from the Netherlands performing in home isolation. I thought it was so appropriate given the home isolation people everywhere are experiencing.
Kinda Wanna
By OG3NE
ART OF THE WEEK
Art From Common Tools
I thought this was very clever,
a mother bird feeding its young.
EXTRAORDINARY PERSON OF THE WEEK
Seven of Nine
Seven of Nine is a former Borg drone who joins the crew of the Federation starship Voyager. Her real name was known to her crewmates, but after joining the Voyager crew she chose to continue to be called Seven of Nine, though she allowed “Seven” to be used informally.
Seven of Nine [is] a foil to Captain Kathryn Janeway, similarly to how Spock [is] to Captain Kirk.
Earlier life [she was] Annika Hansen before she was assimilated by the Borg. (Source: Wikipedia)
WEEK’S JOKE
PHYSICAL TRAITS
During this time of the Coronavirus, I thought this might help.
The list was developed by Sarah Best of England and I thought it was very comprehensive.
THINGS THAT SUPPORT A HEALTHY IMMUNE SYSTEM
✨ Natural whole foods
✨ Organic fruits and vegetables
✨ Vitamin A
✨ Vitamin C
✨ Vitamin D
✨ Zinc
✨ Astralagus
✨ Exercise
✨ Sunlight
✨ Fresh air
✨ Being in nature
✨ Joy
✨ Love
✨ Gratitude
✨ Hugs
✨ Orgasms
✨ Deep breathing
✨ Certain essential oils, including frankincense + oregano
✨ Showing up as your authentic self in every situation!
THINGS THAT IMPAIR THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
🙅♀️ Fear
🙅♀️ Junk foods (including GMO foods)
🙅♀️ Refined sugar
🙅♀️ Trans fats
🙅♀️ Alcohol
🙅♀️ Nicotine
🙅♀️ Absence of fresh air/sunlight
🙅♀️ Obesity
🙅♀️ Not exercising, or over-exercising
🙅♀️ Excess EMF exposure
🙅♀️ Pesticides
🙅♀️ Stress
🙅♀️ Loneliness
🙅♀️ Resentment
🙅♀️ Toxic people/relationships
🙅♀️ Not being your authentic self
CHARACTER TRAITS
This little video was passed over to me by a friend. I hope you find it helpful and entertaining.
SOCIAL TRAITS
LEARNING TRAITS
With just a little bit of technical ability, there is a world of information at your finger tips. For instance, I Googled marine animals.
MISCELLANEOUS
LAST WEEK’S POLLS
Yes 69.44% (25 votes)
Maybe 27.78% (10 votes)
No 2.78% (1 votes)
Total Votes: 36
About an equal mix of positive and negative changes 51.35% (19 votes)
Primarily positive changes 29.73% (11 votes)
Primarily negative changes 18.92% (7 votes)
I’ve tried, but never got the hang of it 36.36% (12 votes)
I meditate often 24.24% (8 votes)
I’ve always wanted to give it a try 21.21% (7 votes)
I’m not interested in mediation 18.18% (6 votes)
Total Votes: 33
I have not seen it, but would like to see it 60.71% (17 votes)
I have not seen it, nor do I wish to see it 28.57% (8 votes)
I’ve seen an episode and liked it 10.71% (3 votes)
I’ve seen an episode and did not like it 0% (0 votes)
No 64.29% (18 votes)
Maybe 25% (7 votes)
Yes 10.71% (3 votes)
Total Votes: 28
About the same 55.56% (15 votes)
More busy 37.04% (10 votes)
Less busy 7.4% (2 votes)
Book
If you have ever been curious about this book, the Kindle version of this book has now been reduced to $1.00 and the paperback version has been reduced to $10.00
However, I must warn you that this book will not change your life,
only you can do that.
Harmony Books & Films, LLC 
Lovely post
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Thank you very much for your comment, it is very encouraging.
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My favorite this week is the artwork, simple and clever!
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Thank you Liz for taking the time to comment and yes a rather unique piece of art made from everyday things.
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You’re welcome. Even though the piece is from such everyday objects, it’s quite striking.
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Everyday objects, I agree. I guess it does depend upon one’s day 🙂
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That’s a good way of putting it!
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I can relate to the lady in the photo under “miscellaneous” 😀
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I suspect we all can 🙂
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Love the social traits image (and the rest, of course). Sorry I’ve been lacking in reading posts, Bill. I’ve been occupied. But this post was as good as I’m used to of you 😀
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Thanks Samantha for your encouragement
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Bill, so good to be quizzed. Thank you! It feels good to ponder things other than a virus.
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Thank you, glad to have your feedback on the quizzes
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