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War on Knowledge – Part 2: Cultural Workers Devalued

Posted on March 1, 2014 by sandy-awakening

I fear what the future holds for younger generations, when so many societal trends appear to be pointing them in a direction away from deep understanding and pathways to develop one’s human potential. Factors include devaluing creative work and  higher … Continue reading →

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War on Knowledge – Part 1: Plight of Science Research

Posted on January 22, 2014 by sandy-awakening

Freedom of expression – do you take it for granted? If so, think again, and be aware of economic and political forces that, slowly and steadily, have been chipping away at the capabilities of, and outlets for, our independent thinkers … Continue reading →

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The Meaning of Christmas – Teachings for the New Year

Posted on December 31, 2013 by sandy-awakening

Looking out upon yet another snow squall from the window of my farmhouse office I am reminded, as I am each day, how much human life depends on the forces of the world of Nature. Indeed, deepening my appreciation of … Continue reading →

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Fundraising for Philippines – We Are a Human Family

Posted on November 30, 2013 by sandy-awakening

How do you experience yourself responding to a visual image of what looks like a boundless field of prairie grasses bent over by the force of the wind, against a similarly infinite expanse of the wide open sky? Does it … Continue reading →

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The Yin-Yang of Democracy – Use It or Lose It

Posted on October 19, 2013 by sandy-awakening

Never before in my life have I been in such close proximity to the workings of Canada’s governing institutions. This witnessing recently took place at a month-long public hearing held by the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (CEAA), in Bruce County, … Continue reading →

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