To the seasons of life
Stephen Hawking’s, the planetary scientist and the theological physicist passed away at the age of 76 a number of years ago on March 14th. So we remember him fondly today as somebody. That was very curious and was a good example for us to be curious and at the same time, productive, stable, and personable.
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From hockey players to world finances. It was a war crime with soldiers in wartime. What am I talking about?
Exploitive actions against a power imbalanced female presence.
You could be shot under the right circumstances.
Grooming was blooming
particularly for espionage—is a dark intersection of military law and shifting social attitudes. Historically, the execution of women was often met with more public outcry than that of men, yet “arbitrary” or retaliatory sentences were still common when the perceived threat to the state was high.Regarding your specific request for names and cases of arbitrary or controversial wartime executions:
Executed by Their “Own Side” or AlliesIt is rare for a country to execute its own female spies during a war unless the charge is treason (switching sides) or if they were double agents.
* Ethel Rosenberg (USA, 1953):
While technically during the Cold War/post-WWII era, her execution is the most famous example of a woman put to death by her own country for espionage (passing atomic secrets to the USSR). Her sentence is often called arbitrary because evidence later suggested her role was minor compared to her husband’s, and her execution was used as leverage to get him to confess.
* Mata Hari (Margaretha Zelle) (France, 1917):
Though a Dutch national, she was executed by a French firing squad during WWI. The case against her was incredibly thin; many historians argue she was a scapegoat for French military failures. Her “trial” was closed to the public, and she was executed primarily to boost French domestic morale.
* Milada Horáková (Czechoslovakia, 1950): A member of the anti-Nazi resistance during WWII, she was later executed by her own government (the Communist regime) on fabricated charges of conspiracy and treason. Her “judicial murder” involved a 13-minute strangulation.
2. Spies Executed by the Enemy
In many cases, women working for their own side (e.g., the Resistance) were executed by the occupying power under “arbitrary” military laws that bypassed civilian protections.
* Noor Inayat Khan (UK/SOE): A British radio operator of Indian descent. She was betrayed, captured by the Gestapo, and executed at Dachau in 1944. Her execution was arbitrary in that she was never given a formal trial; she was simply shot in the back of the head upon arrival at the camp.
* Edith Cavell (UK, 1915):
A British nurse in German-occupied Belgium. She was executed by a German firing squad for helping Allied soldiers escape. Her death caused a global scandal because, as a nurse and a woman, international “chivalric” norms of the time suggested she should have been spared.
Executions of Soldiers
While rape has often been used as a weapon of war with total impunity, there are documented cases where soldiers were executed by their own military to maintain discipline or for political optics.
Between 1942 and 1945, the US Army executed over 50 of its own soldiers for rape in the European theater. However, these sentences were famously arbitrary and racially biased:
* Louis Till:
An African American soldier (and father of Emmett Till) executed in Italy in 1945 for rape and murder. His case, like many involving Black GIs, lacked the rigorous defense afforded to white soldiers.
* The Shepton Mallet Executions: At this US-run prison in England, 18 American soldiers were executed (mostly for rape or murder). Historians note that Black soldiers were disproportionately sentenced to death compared to white soldiers who committed similar crimes.
* Soviet Union (Late WWII):
While the Red Army is infamous for mass rapes during the invasion of Germany, Stalin occasionally ordered summary executions of his own soldiers for “excesses” purely to maintain a veneer of discipline in specific units. These were often “arbitrary” in the sense that one soldier might be shot for a single theft, while another could commit multiple rapes without punishment.
Summary Table:
| Name | Role | Executed By | Charge | Context ||—|—|—|—|—|| Ethel Rosenberg | Civilian | USA | Espionage | “Crime of the Century” (Cold War) || Mata Hari | Dancer/Spy | France | Treason/Espy | Scapegoat for WWI losses || Louis Till | Soldier | USA | Rape/Murder | Disproportionate military justice || Noor Inayat Khan | SOE Agent | Germany | Espionage | Summary execution (no trial)
First day of last time change in British Columbia…
Spring ahead one more time with feeling ….
Staying on Pacific Time throughout the year would mean staying on Pacific Standard Time (PST) and not observing Daylight Saving Time (DST). Based on the image you provided, which captures a tranquil morning scene in a cafe, here are some distinct advantages, particularly in terms of well-being and daily rhythm.
1. Alignment with Natural Rhythms (Circadian Health)
The image depicts people enjoying a relaxed morning, bathed in the natural, warm light of early day. This soft light is more readily available on Pacific Standard Time. * A Natural “Wake-Up” Call: PST ensures that natural light appears as early as possible in the morning. This is crucial for regulating our internal clocks. Waking up with the sun is a primary cue that synchronizes our circadian rhythms, making us feel more alert and less groggy.
* Better Sleep Quality:
In the image, people seem rested and calm. Forcing school children and workers to commute in the deep dark of morning (as would happen with a year-round DST clock) goes against our biology, which expects light upon waking. Year-round PST prioritizes quality, naturally timed sleep.2. Mental and Emotional Well-beingThe peaceful, unhurried atmosphere in the image would be a daily reality. The anxiety that often peaks during “spring forward” is completely eliminated.
Eliminating the need to switch clocks twice a year avoids the widespread disruption of sleep that occurs during the “spring forward” (switching to Daylight Saving Time). This biannual change is scientifically linked to increased levels of stress, anxiety, cardiovascular incidents, and workplace and car accidents.
* Increased Productivity and Focus:
When our sleep is better and our circadian rhythms are in sync, our overall focus and mood improve. The balanced light environment suggested by the image—waking to light rather than fighting darkness—means more consistent productivity.
3. Safety and Practicality
The bright, visible street outside the window suggests a safe and clear environment for pedestrians and commuters.
* Safer Commutes:
Dark mornings are significantly more dangerous for driving and walking, particularly for school children. Year-round Pacific Standard Time (PST) ensures that for the vast majority of people, the morning commute, even in the middle of winter, is done in daylight. The light you see in the image would be a common feature of mornings, making everyone more visible and alert.
In summary, the key benefits of year-round Pacific Time (PST) align with the image’s tranquil, natural, and human-centric atmosphere. It prioritizes health, sleep, and a safer, more stable environment over artificially prolonging afternoon light.
The responsible one…
The nursery rhyme “Wednesday’s child is full of woe” has long been interpreted as a mark of a life defined by hardship, struggle, or a deep, somber sensitivity. However, history is full of individuals who transformed that “woe” into profound depth, resilience, and world-changing rhetoric.Here are three instances of accomplished figures who embodied the archetype of Wednesday’s child through their life’s work.
1. Abraham Lincoln:
The Rhetoric of MelancholyPerhaps the most famous “Wednesday’s child” in spirit, Lincoln struggled with what was then called “hypochondriasis” (clinical depression) his entire life. He often spoke of being a “man of sorrows.” * The Accomplishment: Preserving the Union during the American Civil War and the formal abolition of slavery. * The Rhetoric: Lincoln didn’t shy away from woe; he used it to build empathy. In his Second Inaugural Address, he didn’t boast of victory. Instead, he used somber, inclusive language: “With malice toward none; with charity for all.” He turned his personal acquaintance with suffering into a national ethos of healing.
The Witness of Social WoeBaldwin was born into a world that offered him every reason to be “full of woe”—poverty, racial segregation, and the struggle of being a gay man in the mid-20th century. * The Accomplishment: Becoming one of the most vital literary voices of the Civil Rights Movement, bridging the gap between the Black experience and White conscience. * The Rhetoric: Baldwin’s power lay in his “bearing witness.” In works like The Fire Next Time, he transformed the “woe” of systemic injustice into a searing, poetic interrogation of the American soul. He argued that facing one’s pain was the only way to achieve maturity and change.
Transmuting Physical AgonyKahlo’s life was a masterclass in the Wednesday’s child archetype. After a catastrophic bus accident and a lifetime of surgeries, “woe” was her constant physical companion. * The Accomplishment: Creating a body of work that redefined surrealism and feminist art, becoming a global icon of endurance. * The Rhetoric: Her “rhetoric” was visual. She didn’t paint scenes to escape her pain; she painted her pain to master it. By depicting her own broken body and weeping heart with vibrant colors and unflinching detail, she communicated a universal truth: that suffering can be the bedrock of identity and power.Summary of the Archetype| Figure | Source of “Woe” | Rhetorical Strength ||—|—|—|| Lincoln | Clinical Depression | Empathy and Moral Clarity || Baldwin | Social Injustice | Uncompromising Truth-Telling || Kahlo | Chronic Physical Pain | Radical Self-Expression.
Ai researched, these characterizations are subjective onto objectivity meaning that you’re under no binding to live up to any of them. They’re just a matter of interest. You are who you are. You don’t have to fit.
Seems like Old Abe was born on two different days according to our search. So here’s the test. If it bothers you when you look it up and find out which one’s right. You’re probably more prone to being a WOE child, and that would be for better or worse.
Mondays child 1836 Author unknown,published in St. Nicholas magazine 1873.
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So is not attributed to any one particular author, has been printed numbers of times in different variations. These came up through searches in AI.
Let the self obvious reign…
Lifes a bear sometimes, and then you die…
So, sad, she had her time, and a following. So we must bear up and accept her last hurrahs…
Oh Canada, we guard with thee…
We will remember!
With a giggle and a glee…
Catherine O’Hara is widely regarded as one of the most versatile and influential figures in sketch comedy, having launched her career as an original cast member of SCTV (Second City Television). Sadly, today—January 30, 2026—marks her passing at the age of 71, but her legacy on SCTV remains a cornerstone of comedic history.The Origins:
O’Hara’s journey with the Second City troupe in Toronto began in the early 1970s. Interestingly, her first job at the club was as a waitress. After an initially unsuccessful audition, she was eventually hired for the touring company by John Candy and famously replaced Gilda Radner in the main cast in 1974 when Radner left for New York.Career on SCTV (1976–1984)In 1976, O’Hara helped create SCTV alongside comedic legends like John Candy, Eugene Levy, and Martin Short. She was the show’s “resident funny woman,” known for her fearless commitment to physical comedy and complex character work. * Iconic Characters: * Lola Heatherton: Perhaps her most famous creation, Lola was a boozy, high-energy, and desperate-for-attention variety star whose signature catchphrase was, “I wanna bear your children!”
A clueless, middle-of-the-road comedian. * Katharine Timber: A self-absorbed talk show host who would never let her guests get a word in. * Celebrity Impressions: She was a master of mimicry, delivering legendary parodies of Meryl Streep, Lucille Ball, Elizabeth Taylor, Brooke Shields, and a deadpan Katharine Hepburn. * Writing Prowess: Beyond her acting, O’Hara was a key writer for the series. She won a Primetime Emmy Award in 1982 for Outstanding Writing in a Variety or Music Program.Impact and CollaborationsHer time on SCTV established a lifelong partnership with Eugene Levy, with whom she would later star in Christopher Guest’s mockumentaries (like Best in Show) and the award-winning series Schitt’s Creek. Her SCTV training—honing her ability to use “just an intonation or a mispronounced word” for comedic effect—is often cited as the foundation for her later iconic role as Moira Rose.
You may want to know more about her famous film collaborations with Christopher Guest or her award-winning run on Schitt’s Creek?
That’s easy. Reinforced line.Or tambourine…
Stay in school…?
Educating a child prodigy is a delicate balancing act. While their intellectual needs may be at a university level, their social and emotional needs are often exactly where you’d expect for their chronological age. This gap is known as asynchronous development.To support a child prodigy, schooling must address two distinct areas: Intellectual Challenge and Social-Emotional Integration.
1. Intellectual & Schooling NeedsTraditional grade-level curriculum often leads to profound boredom, which can manifest as “checking out” or behavioral issues.
Prodigies don’t just learn faster; they learn differently. They often require compacting (skipping what they already know) and radical acceleration (skipping multiple grades or taking university-level courses while still in middle school).
A standard teacher may not have the specialized depth a prodigy needs (e.g., in advanced theoretical physics or concert-level music). They need “intellectual peers”—adults or older students who can speak their language.
Many families opt for a hybrid model: the child might attend a regular school for music and PE to stay with age-peers, but use homeschooling or online college courses for their “specialty” subject.
2. Social Needs:
The Search for “True Peers”The biggest social hurdle for a prodigy is that their “age-peers” are rarely their “intellectual-peers.” * The “True Friend” Gap: A 7-year-old prodigy might want to discuss the ethics of AI, while their classmates want to play tag. This often leads to a sense of isolation or “feeling like an alien.” * Finding Like-Minded Groups: Socializing shouldn’t be limited to the classroom. Summer camps for the gifted, chess clubs, or specialized orchestras are vital because they allow the child to be “normal” among others who share their intensity. * Social Skill Scaffolding: Because they spend so much time with adults (mentors, parents, teachers), prodigies can sometimes struggle with the “unwritten rules” of playground interaction. They may need help learning how to disagree without being “bossy” or how to engage in small talk.
3. Emotional Needs & “Overexcitabilities”
Psychologist Kazimierz Dabrowski identified that many gifted children have “Overexcitabilities” (OEs)—intense ways of experiencing the world.
How it Manifests: Intellectual; An insatiable curiosity and a need to solve “big” problems (justice, death, the universe).
Emotional
Extreme empathy; they may cry easily or feel the “weight of the world” more than adults do. || Imaginational | Vivid dreams, imaginary friends, or a constant need for creative escape. ||
Be Safe
Sensual
Heightened sensitivity to textures (tags on clothes), loud noises, or bright lights. |
Treat them like an adult when discussing their specialty, but remember they are a child when they lose a game or skin their knee.
Many prodigies struggle with perfectionism. They need environments where it is safe to make mistakes so they don’t tie their entire self-worth to being “the best.”
Parents often have to act as “case managers,” constantly negotiating with schools to ensure the child isn’t being held back by red tape. Look for specific schools or programs for gifted children in your area, or perhaps more information on homeschooling a prodigy?
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Some points to lesson conflict and give expectations room to breathe.KDG
Ah, harmony – the holy grail of relationships. You know, that elusive state where everyone gets along, and no one wants to pull their hair out. I am reminded of the rabbit in Winnienthe Pooh when everyone around her irritated her in one way or another. As I navigate the crazy world of human connections, […]
Letting Go for the Sake of Harmony (Before I Lose My Mind)
Former Member of parliament
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Condolences to all who knew him and to his family, friends and colleagues.
Productive life came to a graceful end at 76 years.
This weekend is marked with the beginning of the cherry blossom festival in Vancouver. Along with that, the Juno awards are up. You’re invited to visit David Lamb Park.
The Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival 2025 will take place from March 26th to April 28th, 2025. This festival celebrates the blooming of the cherry blossoms and offers a variety of events and activities.Here are some of the must-attend events: * Blossoms After Dark (March 28-30): A magical nighttime event where cherry blossoms are illuminated, accompanied by live music, bubble performances, and glow-in-the-dark treats at David Lam Park. * The Big Picnic (March 29): A community picnic inspired by Japan’s Hanami tradition, featuring art workshops, music, and cultural performances under the blossoms at David Lam Park. * Blossom Block Party (April 5): A lively celebration with music, food, and dance at the Dunsmuir Patio at Bentall Centre. * Sakura Days Japan Fair (April 12-13): Experience Japanese culture through traditional food, performances, tea ceremonies, and crafts at VanDusen Botanical Garden.The festival will be held throughout Vancouver, with key locations including: * David Lam Park * VanDusen Botanical Garden * Queen Elizabeth Park * Stanley ParkWould you like more information about any of these events or locations?
Have Great weekend…
The line of debarking from reasonableness is choking a captive audience. This seems to be a result of satisfying Donald Trump’s world view.
Editor’s note: Manifestdestiny is a view that some groups have a superior culture and that superior culture has a moral right to rule over others.
They judge by their intentions and failure and suffering that comes from edicts are projected back as blame and a result of not enough cooperation .
This is the essence of ruling and the antithesis of cooperative agreement based policy.
Hey Merit what do you say?
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