All posts by nedhamson

Activist, writer, researcher, addicted to sharing information and facts.

Fun For A Sunny Friday

The day has started off sunny here, so here is a mix of memes and cartoons to keep the smiles going.

Fun For A Sunny Friday

Strength and Resilience Amid Challenge by Brent Dempsey – Happiness Between Tails by da-AL

Day-to-day challenges are always blunted when I stop to admire strength in others. Whether it’s the persistence demonstrated by fellow authors (click here for info on my books-in-progress), or the courage of all who wrestle emotional or physical hardship, seeing the bravery of others lifts me.

Thank you anyone brave enough to share your story. Thank you to this blog-sphere that allows any of us anywhere to present our ourselves without mainstream homogenization.

Today’s guest blog post offers a glimpse into the life and health journey of Brent Dempsey, an author/blogger from Port Hardy, BC, Canada. To contact him, check out his site and his published autobiography

Photo of author blogger Brent Dempsey from hospital bed.
Author blogger Brent Dempsey

Navigating Life’s Challenges: My Personal Journey with Health and Resilience, Childhood Trauma by Brent Dempsey

Living with a plethora of health issues, I’ve learned to navigate life with an extra layer of caution and mindfulness. Every day is a delicate balancing act, where I must remain vigilant and attentive to my health needs to avoid potential dangers that could threaten my well-being…

Source: Strength and Resilience Amid Challenge by Brent Dempsey – Happiness Between Tails by da-AL

Foundation of Humanity – Silent Songs of Sonsnow

“The basic foundation of humanity is compassion and love. This is why, if even a few individuals simply try to create mental peace and happiness within themselves and act responsibly and kind-heartedly towards others, they will have a positive influence in their community.”

His Holiness the great 14th Dalai Lama

Source: Foundation of Humanity – Silent Songs of Sonsnow

Charming books that make us dream and reflect – « Amazon Rainforest Magic, The adventures of Namowë, a Yanomami boy » and « Amazon Rainforest Magic The adventures of Meromi, a Yanomami girl » – For ages 8 to 12 to 100!  – written and illustrated by Barbara Crane Navarro  | Barbara Crane Navarro

illustration from « Amazon Rainforest Magic – The adventures of Namowë, a Yanomami boy »

« Elements of the natural world intertwine with the magical and otherworldly in these charming books that make us dream and reflect.

The stories and illustrations are marvelous and truly show the beauty of the Amazon rainforest and the Yanomami culture that the author knows and loves.

Barbara Crane Navarro has a gift for sharing this beauty and reminding us that there are so many different ways to inhabit the world. »

review by Ana Maria Machado

Source: Charming books that make us dream and reflect – « Amazon Rainforest Magic, The adventures of Namowë, a Yanomami boy » and « Amazon Rainforest Magic The adventures of Meromi, a Yanomami girl » – For ages 8 to 12 to 100!  – written and illustrated by Barbara Crane Navarro  | Barbara Crane Navarro

How Did All These State Agencies Get To Be So Funny? — Mother Jones | Barbara Crane Navarro

This story was originally published by the Guardian and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. “If you encounter a cougar, never approach or offer it food. 905 more words

How Did All These State Agencies Get To Be So Funny? — Mother Jones

Source: How Did All These State Agencies Get To Be So Funny? — Mother Jones | Barbara Crane Navarro