Comments for Hey Boomers

Comment on Our Planet Is Wounded. Or Is She Fighting Back? Something Has Burst On Her Surface. by Ruthanne Wing

Ruthanne Wing — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 21:31:46 +0000

Wow, Linda! This is really thought provoking. Especially the metaphor about addiction.

Yes, we are addicted to oil and not doing too much to recover from it. We know it’s bad for the earth to let the fumes loose, so we build better controls on the cars, but it’s not really a fix. Now we have a real problem, a problem that was bound to happen eventually somewhere and probably has, as you point out.

What can we do about the Gulf? It’s too late to “make it all better.” But I’m sure there are things we can do. But what? Any ideas out there?.
In my mind, the real solution to this and so many other problems is unity - unity of thought, manifested by a desire to respect and love each other and the earth. A unity of thought that will help us to make the hard choices - like doing without, preferring people before things.

We must learn to talk with, perhaps pray with, definitely consult with those who we perceive as being different from us. We must learn to form community whereever we are so we can be problem solvers whereever we are. This oil problem is very big, involving a British Company and our dear USA.

I couldn’t help thinking from the beginning about how American Companies have gone abroad for cheap labor and polluted other countries with their toxins. Now it has been done to us!

Thank you for the chance to get this out! Please, Everyone out there, pray for BP, for the Gulf and all those touched by this tragedy. Pray so that you won’t hate and remember this is just a small part of a much bigger problem in our world - the lack of unity, love, and respect for all. It represents what happens in the long run when we put material gain ahead of spiritual (human) values .

Comment on The First Three Letters of The Word Funeral Are “Fun” by Pam Vetter

Pam Vetter — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 03:14:37 +0000

What a beautiful vision of Kippy’s Heaven! She sounds delightful. I know someone just like her and I am touched by what you did for Kippy throughout her life and at graveside. Thank you for sharing such a personal story - very moving.
Warm regards, Pam.

Comment on Closet-Clairaudient Unveiling by Ann Sargent

Ann Sargent — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 23:32:40 +0000

OK, wouldn’t that be THIRD only to Smith and Jones?

signed, The Copy Editor

Comment on How To Meet A Man On A Romanian Train by Ann Sargent

Ann Sargent — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 02:46:56 +0000

You must have unearthed this looking for Romanian info for me! I enjoyed reading it, and the disco man’s inferences (can’t wait to read why) reminded me of the time I was assumed to be a hooker back in the late 50’s returning from Cuba on the ferry. I had a purse with a shoulder strap. Our Cuban friend Sonia later told me that was a kind of code that hookers used to identify themselves! And of course, I was traveling alone. So I’m curious to see if you blundered into that kind of misunderstanding!

Comment on Those Blind Men And That Elephant…Must We Perpetuate The Habit? by Ruthanne Wing

Ruthanne Wing — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 04:26:50 +0000

Just beautiful! Would that more people could see it in just that way! Keep putting the truths out there, old friend!

Love,
Ruth

Comment on Is Life A Boot Camp Or A School? by Ruthanne Wing

Ruthanne Wing — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 04:56:11 +0000

I think we have to be a Drill Sargent at times, but also a loving, kindly teacher who has patience with our own poor selves at times.
The basic laws of God are known to many of us and they are our guides and protect us (often from ourselves!) I believe that spiritually we can all reach out to this Unknowable Essence and receive guidance. It often comes through people, books, and all sorts of other places.
I like the idea of the school, but Boot Camp is also a powerful analogy, Linda! Thank you, friend.

Comment on I’m A True Fan of a Rock Star Author by Jimmie P. Day

Jimmie P. Day — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 19:22:08 +0000

Hello, Linda.
We were lunch partners at the Women of Influence Luncheon featuring Elizabeth Gilbert. I have thought of you often but I inadvertently misplaced your card and had to wait for your book to arrive to know your blog address.

Your description of the luncheon and Ms. Gilbert’s presentation to us is fabulous and right on the mark. I also find it humorous that fate paired the two of us. You - the adventurous world traveler - and me who was atwitter about getting from St. Petersburg to Tampa for this great event.

I must say that I thoroughly enjoyed both - seeing Ms. Gilbert and meeting you. I look forward to reading your book - and if you have a moment, maybe we could lunch again. Thank you for being a part of a delightful and joyful day.

Sincerely, Jimmie P. Day

Comment on If Our Earth’s Society Was a Human Being, How Old Would We Be? by Margaret Piton

Margaret Piton — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 16:12:29 +0000

I enjoy your blog very much. I would be happy to contribute to your planned book on what it feels like to travel at an advanced age. I too have travelled mostly alone, for some 40 years or so. Unlike you, though, I am not very good about keeping up my blog. I can send you a list of my publications if you would like.

Comment on InterGalactic Friendship Is A Rare And Precious Gift by Bob L

Bob L — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:54:31 +0000

Now That’s Fascinating,, and for a change,, Interesting,, Referring to para 3 on this Posting and knowing ‘Our’ age,, the IGF you mentioned had to be around 110 yrs old,, WOW!! I certainly understand your Fascination with this Fellow,, the encounter had to be a Medical Miracle,, to say the least,, Find your ‘Stories’ interesting,, tho U get a little Goofy sometimes,, even for Me,, May you Enjoy Good Health,, Peace of Mind and Wisdom,,
Bob L.

Comment on Coming Out Of The Closet Now: I Talk To The Holy Spirit! by Luis C.

Luis C. — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 20:13:06 +0000

So glad to see that you finally revealed part of your questions & answers!!! Wish you the best with the upcoming book, big hug and kiss for you my dear IGF.