I am the high Priest of Mother Gaea and Father Odin in this mortal maze || COO at Campaign to Save the Humans || Sylvanus Sapiens Arctos || You are Loved
“I would love to believe that when I die I will live again, that some thinking, feeling, remembering part of me will continue. But as much as I want to believe that, and despite the ancient and worldwide cultural traditions that assert an afterlife, I know of nothing to suggest that it is more than wishful thinking.
I want to grow really old with my wife, Annie, whom I dearly love. I want to see my younger children grow up and to play a role in their character and intellectual development. I want to meet still unconceived grandchildren. There are scientific problems whose outcomes I long to witness—such as the exploration of many of the worlds in our Solar System and the search for life elsewhere. I want to learn how major trends in human history, both hopeful and worrisome, work themselves out: the dangers and promise of our technology, say; the emancipation of women; the growing political, economic, and technological ascendancy of China; interstellar flight.
If there were life after death, I might, no matter when I die, satisfy most of these deep curiosities and longings. But if death is nothing more than an endless dreamless sleep, this is a forlorn hope. Maybe this perspective has given me a little extra motivation to stay alive.
The world is so exquisite, with so much love and moral depth, that there is no reason to deceive ourselves with pretty stories for which there's little good evidence. Far better, it seems to me, in our vulnerability, is to look Death in the eye and to be grateful every day for the brief but magnificent opportunity that life provides.”
― Carl Sagan, Billions & Billions: Thoughts on Life and Death at the Brink of the Millennium
I bow to the wisdom of this person in the matter of Byler vs <other ship>. They are the final authority on these matters. Case closed. @octaviasinlimbo
@MaggieMaeFish It is a difficult time, but there are people like you who make it worth living through. You are an inspiration and you help others feel less alone.
Love and Light to you.
@DannyJohnJules MY son and I are both incredibly relieved to find that this shmargle is not truth, but in fact, simply shmargle. Good health and long life to you, ya Legend <3
@JustinBerkobien Just saw your reaction to Hi Ren... You are a genuine living, feeling, breathing human being, and I call you friend and brother.
Carry on, brother. Carry on. Love you.
@AnnJohn30914404@MelanieLatest The same way Trump cultists do. Easily, warmed by the heavy blanket of ignorance, resting their heads on the pillow of apathy.
@MJMcKean Lovely seeing you post! I still play "Children of the Sun" regularly to try to combat depression. In fact, a great deal of your work has helped me through the years. Love and Light to you!
In January 2011, just 17 people waiting longer than 12 hours on a trolley for an emergency hospital bed.
In January 2024, more than 50,000 people did.
Please RT so everyone can be aware of the damage the Conservatives have done to our NHS.
@NerdGirlOnlyFan You have to try Admirals' Pie- codfish pieces in herb and butter sauce beneath crispy-top cheddar mashed potatoes. Easy, cheap, brilliant, and a PERFECT vehicle for extremely hot sauces.
Happy eating!
@KatieGoldin "Yeah, sorry, you might be a specialist in childhood cancer treatment with 40 years dedicated service saving young lives... but you didn't make the history books (that we continue to write)."
Blame the bushmen of the Kalahari for not being on TikTok while you're at it.
@AlexHorne Advance!
On, the Honoured Century!
On, Honoured Centurions!
In gaudio officiorum de novo natus sum
An era-defining achievement in entertainment and innovation. I salute the cast, crew, hosts, and fan community!
@jayforeman I'd like to volunteer for any and all parts. American expat now happily living in Yorkshire, full-time proud NHS worker (as is my wife). In my past I have been a sometime actor and voiceover artist, and you are a living Legend.
This should read:
“NHS spends £3 per head as a ‘thank you’ despite many staff not having access to changing facilities, staff rooms or time for a break.”