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Welcome back, Thomas. It's very easy to fall back asleep in these intensely polarized times. Congratulations on choose to re-awaken. Your full presence I'm sure will help to awaken others. Thanks for posting here and take good care. With much love and warm wishes, Fred

I've hit the snooze button a couple times myself! :-)

And...

The continued silence and obfuscation around Hollywood and government disclosure is just brewing since before the "C".

About to spill over and shake many foundations, world views, and "hero and celebrity worship". Surprised the professional sports complex is attempting to carry on, virtually. They've got their share of corruption as well.

When too many people are privy to the "old game", but not ok with it... It's not long before it's over. Kaput.

The first book in the Ringing Cedars series is a relatively short read. Described by reviewers as Mills & Boon meets Carlos Castenada or The Bible meets Star Trek ;-)

The ideas put forward by Anastasia largely resonated with me, living in total balance and harmony with nature, effortlessly relying on nature for a complete life support system - quite an appealing idea. I like the idea about growing food that’s ideally suited to our own DNA make up, about the importance of honouring the bees who even in our own societies are critical for our food production – Einstein said something about humanity only being able to survive 4 years without the activity of bees! (I’ve come across the quote 3 times in different places over the last few weeks!)

Interesting idea of no ritual being made of mealtimes, grazing on what comes to hand as it’s required. Such a big contrast with the way things are in our society where food and drink have such immense cultural and social ramifications. And that’s without touching on the issue of all the pervasive psychological issues we have relating to food.

The timing of the story in 1994/95 is only around 25 years ago, yet I had the sense of it being a lot further back in time whilst reading it. The author and narrator, Vladimir, is not an attractive character – abrasive, aggressive, impatient, critical, selfish – a stark contrast with Anastasia’s way of being, and possibly chosen for that reason, so that we’ll perhaps be able to see more clearly his development as things progress.

Apparently some readers have felt an emotional connection to the book straight away and been inspired to all sorts of poetic writings – that’s not me – although I am interested enough to want to see how this develops!

Just thought I’d get this posted while things were still fresh in my mind – looking forward to what Nick has to say! And also Fred and Chris, if this sparks off any ideas?

I had a similar reaction, Julie. Cool stuff. A little unbelievable for me, but still a very entertaining story with a great message. I haven't read any further than the first book.

Yes. I feel it MORE important to get deeper in touch with nature. Not give in to fear and DOOM scenarios. Remember the language. The SILVER key...

Those wanting to survive the shiftings need to have a strong connection with Earth. Virtually, there's nowhere else. Respect, honor, cherish.

And PEOPLE aren't good to follow in that regard. The sheep are running and stumbling blindly toward whatever. The tension, the pressure, the absurdity make it easier to wake up, if you're paying attention.

I also resonate with all of those bits you extracted.

And with the birds and the bees. The bears and the trees. Always have liked animals and nature more than people. Simple. Easy. HONEST.

Just finished Song of Susannah. Onward! To the Tower!

;)

Also, the non-interference with free will policy...

Both the WingMakers and the beings from WB Yeats' The Vision are trying to inspire creativity...

Hmm?...

Most systems or magnum opus practically destroy the creator in the process.

Steve somehow made it through the DT.

I have other examples I could dredge up.

Jose Arguelles, Ian Xel Lungold, Falco, Philip K Dick, John Steinbeck, Ra Uru Hu...

There's more.

52 seems a magic number for those going early but with more of a full life.

Hang in there.

For those who want to read the Ringing Cedars of Russia book series, I am sharing the first English edition translated by John Woodsworth for free: https://ecominded.net/books

LOVE it, brother.

Shine on, you crazy diamond!

Recently, while walking in a park I saw a guy passing by and on his shirt was written: "If it does not challenge you it won't change you."

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ay9BWM8lwOA

Ain't that the truth.

Well, CHANGE be on the menu. The only reliable item to order, these days.

;)

Yes, and without challenges life wouldn't be interesting. We certainly have our plates full now. Much love!

I have heard of him and my girlfriend has followed him, but I have not. Sounds like good stuff. Thanks for the recommendation.