tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.comments2024-03-11T10:32:34.217+00:00Conservative TendencyMark Englishhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03506844097173520312noreply@blogger.comBlogger1226125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-6943678557221504742024-01-07T10:12:56.120+00:002024-01-07T10:12:56.120+00:00Thanks Chris. What I have been seeing/experiencing...Thanks Chris. What I have been seeing/experiencing has certainly provided a lot of food for thought but much of my time has been devoted to dealing with practical matters and problems (nothing serious). Left Sofia last week for Malta. Short flight, just a couple of hours. Will probably stay here a while.Mark Englishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03506844097173520312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-8531790444664459892024-01-06T09:08:28.417+00:002024-01-06T09:08:28.417+00:00Dear Mark, I love your seamless blending of politi...Dear Mark, I love your seamless blending of political and personal insights and perspectives. It sounds like you are making the most of your travels. Chris Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-90531452476477727992023-08-23T23:15:19.259+00:002023-08-23T23:15:19.259+00:00On multipolarity: it will be interesting to see th...On multipolarity: it will be interesting to see the final BRICS summit communique.<br /><br />Regarding The Moxie Files, I assumed that the author ("GT Christie" whose real name I think was Gerald Christensen (?)) died in 2014. He was not that old but I think he had heart problems. An interesting and worthy man.Mark Englishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03506844097173520312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-33153259820565913142023-08-21T11:23:37.611+00:002023-08-21T11:23:37.611+00:00I personally also think like that. However, I thin...I personally also think like that. However, I think, this world needs a balance. Unipolar, as you said: "handled very badly", I think has the tendency toward authoritarianism (no options). Multipolar has the tendency towards democracy (in the sense of having options).<br /><br />Btw, I haven't seen any updates at "The Moxie Files" blog (listed at your blog list), after being inactive for a long time.Tiknohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05733973438543735098noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-13914440706577686412023-08-21T08:32:45.352+00:002023-08-21T08:32:45.352+00:00I don't think one is intrinsically better than...I don't think one is intrinsically better than the other. After the collapse of the Soviet Union the threat of a devastating world war suddenly disappeared -- which was a *good* thing. But that period was handled very badly (in my opinion) by the dominant power. I think much of the positive talk about a new, multipolar world is over-optimistic but (you never know) things could work out reasonably well.Mark Englishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03506844097173520312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-23208279524100414212023-08-19T04:06:54.925+00:002023-08-19T04:06:54.925+00:00Do you think multipolar world is better than unipo...Do you think multipolar world is better than unipolar?Tiknohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05733973438543735098noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-71334144061697838882023-08-18T22:32:39.379+00:002023-08-18T22:32:39.379+00:00Certainly this is part of it. And things are not l...Certainly this is part of it. And things are not looking good at the moment. Let's hope rationality and common sense will prevail.Mark Englishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03506844097173520312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-52482581144969007062023-08-17T14:58:48.001+00:002023-08-17T14:58:48.001+00:00The human's natural ego tends to want to be se...The human's natural ego tends to want to be seen as more than others, and reluctant to be rivaled. Fear of waning dominance will trigger these geopolitical tensions.Tiknohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05733973438543735098noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-78804119737111254992022-10-10T08:20:20.385+00:002022-10-10T08:20:20.385+00:00Loved reading this thannksLoved reading this thannksLandscape Contractors College Stationhttps://www.expert-landscaping.com/us/texas-landscaping/landscape-contractors-college-station.shtmlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-62019288573815595242022-06-11T21:33:44.510+00:002022-06-11T21:33:44.510+00:00Hi I am a Lester
David Lester from Manchester UK....Hi I am a Lester <br />David Lester from Manchester UK.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-27890494169913647012022-06-10T07:49:11.694+00:002022-06-10T07:49:11.694+00:00Regarding Jewish Ancestry and the Lake of Fire, I ...Regarding Jewish Ancestry and the Lake of Fire, I suggest that you read Romans Chapter 11 in the Bible to discover the truth about the real future of those descended from Judah rather than leaning on your limited understanding of this subject and so remaining ignorant. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-51277597510388258192022-06-10T06:38:16.179+00:002022-06-10T06:38:16.179+00:00To clarify I was only looking at this list of name...To clarify I was only looking at this list of names to make sure someone I knew wasn’t an Edomite/Cannanite jew. Because I’d have nothing to do with them if they were. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-38583961958129765082022-06-10T06:34:47.650+00:002022-06-10T06:34:47.650+00:00Why would anyone want to have jewish ancestry? It’...Why would anyone want to have jewish ancestry? It’s a direct sentence to the lake of fire!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-59279642897880281502022-05-16T15:08:07.472+00:002022-05-16T15:08:07.472+00:00The surname Russell could be an offshoot of German...The surname Russell could be an offshoot of German Jewish surnames • Russ • Russak • Rüsselsheim • Ruesselsheim • Ruszak • Also, the name • Dublin • Dublon • is a Jewish surname. Have found this characteristic in my research to be very common practiceAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-26599149508977708842022-02-20T14:24:27.301+00:002022-02-20T14:24:27.301+00:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-89651573403029334662022-01-17T00:41:34.349+00:002022-01-17T00:41:34.349+00:00Thanks Philip for your kind thoughts.Thanks Philip for your kind thoughts.Mark Englishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03506844097173520312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-71888629543214911792022-01-16T23:55:23.324+00:002022-01-16T23:55:23.324+00:00Hi Mark and Paul and Kathy. Thank you for letting ...Hi Mark and Paul and Kathy. Thank you for letting us know about you mums death. May you all be at peace.It was lovely to read the other tributes. Sounds like she was much loved. Your cousin. Philip EnglishAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15744094203483324340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-81641721327855657322022-01-16T07:01:23.078+00:002022-01-16T07:01:23.078+00:00Thanks Amanda for your thoughtful comment. Your fr...Thanks Amanda for your thoughtful comment. Your friendly presence (and that of your always-eccentric mother) helped to humanize the place and make it more like an actual home. Long may Mavis live and flourish!Mark Englishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03506844097173520312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-61675439057690568522022-01-16T00:37:53.751+00:002022-01-16T00:37:53.751+00:00Dear Mark, Paul and Kathy
I was so sorry to hear ...Dear Mark, Paul and Kathy<br /><br />I was so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. <br /><br />During our time at MPEM, we got to know each other in our respective support of our parent, and before Covid our evening routines crossed paths most nights. Watching your mother fight her disease with her daily evening walk was inspiring; and while your mother couldn’t speak due to her need to reserve her energy, she always acknowledged my hello with her eyes. Thank you for these photos that show the life she lived. <br /><br />You all showed such dedication and love to your mother, and I hope you find some comfort in that.<br /><br />Vale Majory; you are now at peace.<br /><br />Amanda & Mavis Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08995947272073543265noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-26177115376744695032022-01-14T01:27:40.514+00:002022-01-14T01:27:40.514+00:00Thanks very much Cathy and Luigi. I appreciate you...Thanks very much Cathy and Luigi. I appreciate your empathy and support and I'm sure Paul does too.Mark Englishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03506844097173520312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-37543085249238531672022-01-14T00:33:42.770+00:002022-01-14T00:33:42.770+00:00Dear Mark and Paul,
It was a privilege getting to...Dear Mark and Paul, <br />It was a privilege getting to know you both and your beautiful mother at Mercy Place. We were touched by Marjorie’s resilience, fighting spirit and gentle nature. You demonstrated your loving devotion to her in your daily visits. You both gave your mum your best and she knew it. We’re sure that that’s what kept her fighting just to be with you. You both need to take care of yourselves now as Marjorie rests in peace. <br />Love Luigi and Cathy Zappone. Cathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08591482710282245260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-78664391204436879372022-01-14T00:20:33.583+00:002022-01-14T00:20:33.583+00:00Thanks Cathie. Your Christmas card was on her beds...Thanks Cathie. Your Christmas card was on her bedside table.Mark Englishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03506844097173520312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-10417495975369504092022-01-13T23:56:26.456+00:002022-01-13T23:56:26.456+00:00So sad to lose a beautiful lady, my lovely aunt wh...So sad to lose a beautiful lady, my lovely aunt who unfortunately, living in different states I did not see as much of as I would have liked, but always loved the times we did catch up as she was a very special lady, my dads little sister. Rest in peace now Auntie Marj<br />Cathie<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18267058322346709921noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-69408086572248594672022-01-13T23:52:51.990+00:002022-01-13T23:52:51.990+00:00Thanks Chris, your good wishes are much appreciate...Thanks Chris, your good wishes are much appreciated. You had a good connection with her.Mark Englishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03506844097173520312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4964847228497363438.post-15591161326480586242022-01-13T23:19:42.791+00:002022-01-13T23:19:42.791+00:00Dear Mark, I had the privilege of knowing my aunt ...Dear Mark, I had the privilege of knowing my aunt Marj for over 50 years. She has always been one of my favourite persons and someone I looked up to. She had a cheeky and infectious smile and was always interested in people and broader issues. She was particularly in tune with children and very warm and encouraging with them. She had a wonderful and generous spirit and will be greatly missed. Our feelings are with you and the rest of the family.<br />Chris Chris Shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08887654032283663291noreply@blogger.com