The Silence on Climate Change

The Silence on Climate Change

A recent headline in the magazine ‘Current Affairs’ bellowed that “The Silence on Climate Change Is Totally Unacceptable.” I agree! ‘Current Affairs’ is, admittedly an American magazine, talking about American issues. They are referring to Democrats, who...
The Willingness to Speak Up

The Willingness to Speak Up

This is my hundredth Blog so I have chosen to celebrate with something other than the climate this time round. We are living in a very troubled world right now. But I have been amazed and cheered by the people who have been prepared to stand up to the troublemakers of...
Are We Prepared?

Are We Prepared?

“The time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining.” – President John F. Kennedy Whatever happens in the future, our climate has changed. The carbon dioxide in the atmosphere created by our long-term burning of fossil fuels will be there for a...
The Song of a Nightingale

The Song of a Nightingale

A Long Wait I have been longing for many years to hear the song of a nightingale. People say that it is something very special indeed. Today I achieved my goal. A friend had recommended that we connect to an App called Merlin. This wonderful App identifies bird calls...