MORNING MIRROR EDITION 172 22 January 2005 MORNING MIRROR WEB-SITE http://www.morningmirror.africanherd.com ++++++++ APOLOGIES FOR NON DELIVERY OF MIRROR FOR LAST COUPLE OF WEEKS. WENT TO VISIT OUR PRECIOUS FAMILY SCATTERED ALL OVER THE WORLD !! +++++++++ ADVERTISERS !! All the adverts in the Morning Mirror are based purely on TRUST !! Please ensure you make the effort to pay for your adverts. All monies raised from the payment of advertising on the Mirror go towards Zimbabwe's precious "old" folk in on way or another. For information on how to pay for your advert email - magskriel@mac.com +++++++++ Please help us rebuild the Mater Dei Hospital - visit the website http://morningmirror.africanherd.com/materdei/ ++++++++++++ PLEASE DO NOT PHONE, E MAIL QUERIES ONLY WILL BE DEALT WITH ++++++++++ IN THIS EDITION 1 MAKE A PLAN !! 2 NOTICES 3 MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 4 THOUGHTS 5 CONGRATULATIONS 6 CONDOLENCES 7 TIDBITS MAKE A PLAN !! Zimbabwe has been ranked the unhappiest country in the world according to a report released this week. The World Database of Happiness in its findings revealed that Zimbabwe was the unhappiest place on earth while Malta was the happiest place. The survey carried out by the Dutch stated that "money is not the main reason for happiness." Zimbabwe, Moldavia and Ukraine ranked lowest on the survey, with no more than 20 per cent of their citizens happy. Professor Ruut Veenhoven, of Erasmus University in Rotterdam, who commissioned the survey also found Denmark, Switzerland, Colombia, Iceland, Ireland and the Netherlands to be the top 10 happiest places to live. That fellow Veenhoven obviously did not interview anyone that I know, what utter rot !! We may not be the happiest nation in the world but I doubt we are the unhappiest and we are certainly the most innovative nation in the world !! We Zimbabweans are an intrepid bunch, "lets make a plan" has got to be our community motto !! Our lives are indeed much more fun than the lives of ordinary mortals. We are absolutely amazing under duress !! For instance most Zimbabweans have not been to a garage or service station in years !! Our own personal service station lives in the storeroom a the bottom of the garden. Its simple, when my car starts to look thirsty, I despatch Sebastian down to the storeroom with instruction to "fill 'er up please" just like the good old days of yore. It's not the most easy and efficient method of filling a car but at least we have one of those modern pumps and we don't have to suck up the first few mouthfuls of fuel as we used to in the old days. To fill my car these days costs $6 and a half million dollars !! Oil and water levels are checked monthly by our own private fuel attendant and tyre air pressure is maintained with the help of a tyre pressure gauge and pump that attaches to the cigarette lighter ! Water (or lack of it ) has been probably the single most irritating thing to some folk in Zimbabwe. I know our rural people are quite used to surviving on a couple of buckets a day that they have to probably carry for quite a few kilometres every day, but when one is accustomed to opening the faucet and having water appear miraculously, one gets kind of spoilt. So when there IS NO water, it is quite a shock to the system naturally ...However many a happy shower has been taken with a neighbour and many parties have indeed developed when one has to visit ones dear friend on a regular basis to obtain the precious H20. We have a friend who thrives on his thrice weekly visits to a neighbour to obtain water, they probably drink more beer and wine than they fetch water on most days !! Electricity cuts have been another challenge that one has had to endure, some are lucky enough to be able to start up their generator when the lights fail, but to others, candles must suffice and it is amazing how much fun one can have by candlelight !! The best thing is that the telly does not work and one has to get down to a game of scrabble or candle- light monopoly !! The potholes in the roads have been a constant source of consternation and amusement. I started a campaign a few years ago entitled "Adopt a Pothole" and it was hugely successful as everyone took on the task of fixing his or her favourite pothole. A local joke is "How can the cops tell when someone has had too much to drink ?" Answer - "because he drives in a straight line, anyone who is sober drives in a wildly erratic fashion to avoid the potholes !!" My car is no fun on a pot holed road. Its very low slung (like its owner) and so its not so easy to detect a pothole in enough time to avoid it. Those snooty folk in those large 4 x 4s have it easy ..... way up there so high. But as our said our motto is "make a plan" and so I am in the process of devising an ingenious but simple plan. It involves opening the sun roof and a erecting a periscope and if that is not possible, I shall employ a young school leaver to accompany me to the shops. I shall seek out a gangly sort of fellow, who has just past his "O" levels, I am sure he would love to earn a few bob in the school holidays. He can stand on the chair of the car next to me, with his head out of the sun roof and warn me of any impending potholes. This will also sort out my dilemma at the stop streets in the suburbs where the grass has grown so high that I am unable to give way to the right. I cannot for the life of me see anything at all at any intersection because of the long grass. Here again my periscope invention will be a superb asset !! The potholes are no joke believe me, a small car could disappear for days when there is rain around.!! And talking of rain, what bliss, what absolute bliss. It has rained and rained and rained. The earth smells dank and musty, the grass is green and verdant. The dams are filling and we are all praying the City Fathers will one day soon lift the awful water restrictions. The people are happy in spite of their daily miseries, rain has always had that effect on people in Zimbabwe. Of course an over abundance of rain will always bring its own problems and this afternoon we watched in fascination and millions of caterpillars marched determinedly across the road in a dogged search of something that only they knew. Maybe they were very edible and sought after Mopane worms, maybe they were the much dreaded army worms, who knows ? But we do know that this season has been vastly different to many of our previous rainy seasons and we await the consequences with just enough energy left to be able to .... hopefully.... "make a plan" !! ++++++ NOTICES HELP !! A VERY SPECIAL ZIMBABWEAN FARMER'S WIFE IS IN NEED OF SUPPORT IN PIETERSBURG. SHE NEEDS TO BE ABLE TO GET TO THE CLINIC EASLIY THREE TIMES A WEEK FOR DIALYSIS. CURRENTLY STAYING IN THE KINGSCASTLE AREA. IF YOU ARE ABLE TO ASSIST PLEASE E MAIL magskriel@mac.com +++++++++ DOES ANYONE KNOW WHERE I CAN BUY A WIRE CLOTHES HORSE / CLOTHES AIRER. ? E MAIL magskriel@mac.com ++++++ The next meeting of the BULAWAYO FLORAL GROUP will be held on Wednesday 1st February 2006 at 2.30pm in the Hall at the Church of Ascension, Hillside. Mary Friend will demonstrate for us and her arrangements will be centred around all the lovely rain we've had recently here in Bulawayo. Exhibitors Titles will be "Happy New Year" and "Rain Dance." Admission fee is now $1000 per person and the usual tea and coffee will be available. Please come and join us for some fun with flowers. +++++++ FALCON COLLEGE VALENTINE'S DINNER DANCE POPULAR LIVE BAND RUDIE GOUMA & TOOKIE ANDROLAKIS OF "COUNTRY ROCK CONNECTION" DATE: SATURDAY 11TH FEBRUARY, 2006 TIME: 7PM VENUE : WHITESTONE SCHOOL HALL WHITESTONE WAY BURNSIDE BULAWAYO DRESS : SMART Delicious menu by Frank & Elsie Bar kindly organised by Bulawayo Golf Club If you were at last year's dance then you won't want to miss this year's! Phone now to book so that there won't be any disappointment. Lots of prizes for lucky ticket numbers.... Telephone Yvonne 09-245768 +++++++ Rotary Club's of Bulawayo - District 9210 The four Bulawayo Rotary Clubs meet as follows: Rotary Club of Bulawayo South - Monday's 12:30 for 12:45 Venue: The Bulawayo Club - 8th Ave, Fort Street, City Centre Rotary Club of Belmont - Tuesday's 12:45 Venue: Bulawayo Golf Club, Suburbs Rotary Club of Matopos - Tuesday's 17:30 Venue: BAC Sports Club, off 12th Ave. Rotary Club of Bulawayo - Friday's 12:30 for 12:45 Venue: Bulawayo Golf Club, Suburbs If you would like further information on the work, aims & achievements of Rotary please contact Maureen Bond (District Administrator) Tel (09) 244710 (pm) or email bonds@gatorzw.co.uk Rotary International - "Service Above Self" ++++++ RWW - Where are they Now? Can you assist your fellow ex Zimbabweans to get in touch with their "lost" mates? Lindsay Wood (maiden name) ex Bulawayo Stelios the Barber in Gweru Irene-Maria Moschoudi Helen Trakoshis, Effie Koullas, Sabine Hocke Debbie Bevan (maiden name) Mathew Humphreys or Gill Humphreys Holtzhausen - Das and Coneils Lorna and/or Morag White - Pembroke Road, Bulawayo Jimmy Mcdowall Leigh Birch ex Queensdale Primary Jane Sangster (maiden name) Kibbutz nir david 1970's Ros Williams ex Kariba WPO Squad 4/77, also Willhelm Olivier, Debbie Green, Cindy Steve Yates ex Bulawayo Van Der Walt / Hamblin / Mahoney / Baines Jonty and Norma Winch Garth and Olive Jackson Gail Guthrie (maiden name) - Bulawayo George Bryant - Bulawayo Douglas Washington ex Lord Malvern Peter McIntosh Moyra Ross Sue and Gerry Critchley formerly of Zvishevane Shirley Watson - Northend, Bulawayo Ingrid (Dawn) Howe, James Whelan Rosanne Trinder Michaela Amy Purdon/Kayser John Norman, Robbie Robinson and Doug Wilkinson Gillian Hougaard - This is her maiden name. Norman Zdyb If you know the locations of any of these folks please visit the RWW "Where Are They Now?" Forum and respond to the individuals request. The Forum is at: http://www.blogforum.us/forums/rhodesia-forum-6.html If you are wanting to trace an old friend or colleague please use the page to place your own request. +++++++++++ ROCKING FOR THE ROCKERS !! Raising Money for Zimbabwean Old Age Pensioners Black Tie Reception Saturday 28th January 2006 Kensington Town Hall, Hornton Street, W8 7NX Special Guest : Springbok Flanker Andre Vos 7pm - 2am Admission: £20.00 Cash bar and nibbles. Live band 'The Heard' will be Rocking for the Rockers for 2 hours DJ till close. All proceeds to Z.A.N.E - Zimbabwe A National Emergency. (Registered Charity No: 271133) http://www.zane-zimbabweanationalemergency.com/ All tickets to be pre-sold through Z.A.N.E. Contact Linda Ford : 01708 855113 or linda.ford@virgin.net ++++++++++ SMALLS Wanted : Chinese (or similar) fabrics. Old/oldie fans, handbags, hats, velvet and/or fringed shawls,velvet curtains and similar, as well as old jewellery etc. Contact Marjorie on 250805 or 61836. EMPLOYMENT AVAILABLE FOR FIRST CLASS TAILOR. PHONE 61836 Marje & Ken have an aviary with room for any birds in need of a 'new roost'. Anyone leaving and needing a good home for caged birds, phone 250805. ++++ TWIZZLES (12th Ave, between Fife/Silundika) Offer cash for all clothing etc. Will clear/collect & pay cash for all the last bits&bobs/junk if you're leaving or moving. Phone 61836. +++++++ Advert: Markham, Lewis & Company has a vacancy for a balance sheet bookkeeper, preferably part CIS qualified, for the immediate taking. Our previous employee sadly chose not to return from South Africa, and while this can to some extent be understood, the firm is now understaffed. We are a busy and well established accountancy firm and the work is interesting and varied with lots of client communication involved. A competitive salary and full medical aid cover would be offered to the right candidate. Please contact Celine Scheijde on 68439, 011 205449 or celine@mlc.co.zw ++++ Cottage to Rent (6 months) Beautiful stone and thatch cottage available from April to October 2006. The cottage has its own entrance and spacious living area with one bedroom and large bathroom downstairs and a loft up stairs. The cottage is fully furnished and offers stunning views and absolute quiet. Please e-mail celine@netconnect.co.zw +++++ Lift offered from Bulawayo to Joburg/Grahamstown Leaving Bulawayo 1st Feb 2006 (flexible) Please contact: Jenna Harrison cell: 011 215 780 email: maureen1@mweb.co.zw +++++ GIRLS COLLEGE OFFERS THE MUCH COVETED I.D.C.L. INTERNATIONAL COMPUTER DRIVERS LICENSE PLEASE PHONE THE COLLEGE ON 258118 / 9 OR EMAIL adminsec@girlscol.co.zw +++++++ FOR SALE Kenwood Mixer with lots of attachments $2m. Coffee Set (local - mod) $1m. Large Bird Bath (little girl) $1.5 Battery Charger with batteries $400 000 Spiked Lawn Roller $1.5 Fondue Set $300 000 Tupperware Salt/pepper set $100 000 Jewellery $200 000 Blankets $300 000 ea Gardening Magazines $40 000 ea Hot Tray $500 000 Canvas Chairs $300 000 ea Brass Candlesticks $300 000 ea Brass Beaten Coal Bin $1m. Brass Milk Churn $1m. Brass Firescreen $2m. Books on : Ceramics, Stained Glass Painting, Lady Di, Cookery, Roses and Beauty. Anna Magazines and books on Cross Stitch. Various Glasses, Pyrex and glass dishes, Tupperware, brass, crochet table cloths, picture frames (large and small) Lots of pictures, plant pots and plants in pots (cycads, amaryllis, hen and chicken in fancy imported pots, palms and ficus. Phone: 246043 +++++ SHOP FITTINGS FOR SALE Glass display counters , glass shelving units , wooden counters. Large selection in good condition. Visit COUNTRY COTTAGE at 119B Fife Street (Between 12th / 13th Ave) Phone 63788 or 74087 +++++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT MATURE LADY SEEKS EMPLOYMENT. HIGHLY EXPERIENCED IN THE SECRETARIAL AND ADMINISTRATION FIELD WITH TRACEABLE REFERENCES. READY TO START IMMEDIATELY FOR SALE/HIRE BEAUTIFUL BEADWORKED WEDDING DRESS - WORN ONCE VARIOUS *FOR ALL YOUR EVENT PLANNING (BIRTHDAYS, WEDDINGS, ANNIVERSARIES, BABY SHOWERS), WE WILL TAKE THE STRESS OUT FOR YOU.CALL US AT R.S.V.P. FOR ALL THE ABOVE CONTACT : 011 617 043/250829 zainekel@mweb.co.zw ++++++ Markham, Lewis & Company has a vacancy for a balance sheet bookkeeper, preferably part CIS qualified, for the immediate taking. Our previous employee sadly chose not to return from South Africa, and while this can to some extent be understood, the firm is now understaffed. We are a busy and well established accountancy firm and the work is interesting and varied with lots of client communication involved. A competitive salary and full medical aid cover would be offered to the right candidate. Please contact Celine Scheijde on 68439, 011 205449 or celine@mlc.co.zw ++++ BUCKLEY CONSTRUCTION (MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT) TELEPHONE 240081 OR CELL No 011215457 68216/7 091235730 FOR ALL YOUR ROOF LEAKS AND REPAIRS +++++ TWO BURNSIDE HOUSEHOLDS REQUIRE A HOUSEMAID, MORNINGS ONLY FROM MON- FRI, TO SHARE. APPLICANT MUST HAVE TRACEABLE REFERENCES, AND LIVE OUT PLEASE CALL 091 278 833 DURING OFFICE HOURS ++++++++ ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING ? You don’t have to drink to suffer from alcoholism. Are you confused, depressed and nervous ? Are you losing sleep ? Are fears overwhelming you ? Do you feel sorry for yourself ? Do you refuse invitations to family and social functions ? Do you take your frustrations out on others ? Are you resentful ? Do you lie and try to cover up the drinking problem ? Are you ashamed of your situation ? There is help available for you in AlAnon Phone 011 218 314 Tuesday evenings 7.30 pm Christ The King Church, corner of Matopos Rd and Cecil Avenue (entrance off Oxford Road), Hillside, Bulawayo. Thursday lunchtime 1 pm (or as near as) Mini Street Methodist Church , corner of 11th Avenue (entrance in small gate to the house), Bulawayo. ++++++ REPAIRS TO BINOCULARS, TELESCOPES AND PRESSURE GUAGES Contact John Stephen of 1 Kingsley Cres, Malindela Tel: 244203 Highly recommended ! ++++ INTERIOR / EXTERIOR DESIGN AND DECOR DAY DREAM TRADING SPECIALISING IN SOFT FURNISHINGS, RENOVATIONS, LANDSCAPING. FOR CONSULTATION CONTACT LIX PATERSON 091 777 300 LANDLINES 258314 / 244100 SEAN SCHOLUTZ 091 338 223 19 PAULING ROAD SUBURBS BULAWAYO +++++++ Burnside - thatched, modern cottage to let in secluded corner of 2 acre peaceful, secure garden. Suits single person. Sittingroom, mezzanine bedroom, bathroom with bath, basin, toilet. No kitchen but alcove for small fridge, microwave etc. One large built-in wardrobe, fitted carpet throughout, fully curtained and burglar barred. Cleaning, laundry and ironing offered. Phone 241477. ++++++++ CARS FOR SALE (OWNER DRIVEN) 1993 Nissan Skyline Sedan 1993 Mitsubishi Spacewagon 7 seater (Mom's Taxi) 1 x Nissan Advan Station Wagon 1 x Ford Laser Sedan Prices: Highest Cash Offer. To view please contact Mrs. Evans on Tel. 230568 (home) or Cell: 023.415.631 +++++++++ BABY GOODS FOR SALE 1 x Large Camping Cot (folding) suitable from birth to 2-3 years. $2 million 1 x Wooden High Chair converts to low chair and table $2 million 1 x Baby Walking Ring $2 million All the above goods are imported and in excellent condition. To view please phone Mrs. Evans on 230568 (home) Cell: 023.415.631 ++++++++ MATURE COUPLE OF PLEASANT NATURES, SEEKING POSITIONS (CAN BE PLACED TOGETHER OR SEPARATELY) HIM 16 YEARS MIDDLE/SENIOR,SALES/MARKETING,MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE, 16 YEARS FITTING/TURNING/WORKSHOP MANAGEMENT INCLUDING 8 YEARS BOREHOLE PUMP/ BOOSTER VALID UNENDORSED DRIVING LICENCE. CURRENTLY EMPLOYED IN A MANAGEMENT CAPACITY HER 19 YEARS MIDDLE SENIOR MANAGEMENT OF WHICH INCLUDED: 12 YEARS SERVICE STATION/KIOSKS/WORK SHOPS 3 YEARS FOUNDERS/CABS BUILDING SOCIETY 4 YEARS CASHIER/MANAGER (CINEMA) UNQUESTIONABLE LOYALTY/HONESTY/RELIABILITY CURRENTLY EMPLOYED IN AN ADMINISTRATION/CASHIER POSITION PLEASE CONTACT TAMLYN 011755355 023226699 011728409 +++++++++ WE ARE A MATURE COUPLE, KEEN GARDENERS AND OF SOBER HABITS (NO CHILDREN). WE ARE SEEKING A SECURE HOUSE TO RENT A.S.A.P, OR LATEST END OF MARCH 2006. WE HAVE BEEN IN CURRENT RENTED HOUSE FOR OVER 23 YEARS!! WE WOULD PREFER HILLSIDE, MALINDELA, ILLANDA, SUBURBS, KILLARNEY AREAS BUT WILL CONSIDER ANY OTHER OFFERS. PERSONNEL REFERENCES ARE AVAILABLE. PLEASE TEL IAN OR OLGA ON :011728409 OR CELL 023226699 OR 011755355 +++++++ EXPAT SEEKING HOUSE FOR RENT in Bulawayo. One year lease required. Must be good neighbourhood, low density, 3 bedrooms, staff quarters for 2 persons, unfurnished. Must be in good condition and have good security. Able to pay one year in advance. Wanted to move into by end of February. Please contact SAN JAMES on 011 864 406. +++++ Position Wanted. A 45 year old, married man and no children is looking for a position in the wildlife or cattle fields. Has vast knowledge and experience with wildlife, ex National Parks and holder of a P.H. licence. Also has many years of Cattle experience. Has managed several Game/ Cattle Ranches. If any employment opportunities are available please contact Steve on: Cell: 011 - 808434 or Home 09 - 241407. e-mail :- bushappy@mweb.co.zw +++++ Looking for textbooks to buy or trade. Have grades 4 and 5. Need books for grades 2 and 7 and form 3. Call Elinor at 287658 or e-mail elinorburkett@yahoo.com +++++++ OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE Two offices in excellent location (forrest Mews complex- 130 A Josiah Tongogara Ave) + secure storage available + one secure parking in the complex. Possibility of sharing costs in the reception area. Ideal for small business requiring prestigious accommodation. Reply to Dave Joubert, daj.ezanzi@absamail.co.za or call Midge Joubert on 085 284 , portwe@mweb.co.zw . A message can also be left with Gay Wilde at the office, Monday/Wed/Friday before 1200hrs ++++++ LOOKING FOR A 3/4 BED IN GOOD CONDITION. PLEASE PHONE: 460575 ++++++ For Sale 54cm National Colour Television Good condition 10million Contact; 244738 +++++ WANTED - CARAVAN ANY SIZE. PHONE ERIC 886101 +++++ Bulawayo Help Network, 57 Josiah Tongagara Street, Between 4th & 5th Avenue, Bulawayo Tel: 65383. Tuesday - Friday. 8am-1pm 1. ROOM TO LET - Rowena suburb area 2. EMPLOYMENT - Pensioner looking for a temporary job as a storeman. Please contact BHN at the above number or physical address. ++++++++ WANTED TO BUY A VANETTE IN REASONABLY GOOD CONDITION. A WARDROBE. A COPY OF "GREAT EXPECTATIONS", BY CHARLES DICKENS. Please phone Alan or Brenda Daly 281166 +++++++ WHO HAS DSTV, A VIDEO THAT WORKS AND IS AN F1 RACING FAN? DOUBT SABC WILL HAVE F1 THIS YEAR. PLEASE CAN SOMEONE RELIABLE RECORD THE RACING SEASON FOR ME THIS YEAR AND THE 2006 OSCARS NEXT MONTH? CALL ROWLAND 64481[B] OR E-MAIL AT wlb@mweb.co.zw A TRILLION THANKS! ++++++++++ LOOKING FOR ? I wonder if you have ever heard of Phil and Vera Rosen..he was our dentist, and our children's, and I have had a letter from Mavis Maclean widow of Dr Ken Maclean and long lasting friend..she wondered how they were, and so do I so if you know if they are still in Bulawayo could you let me know? ronjeantuc@clear.net.nz ++++++++++ SEEKING THE SUTCLIFFE FAMILIES On the web there is an A Sutcliffe Burma valley but when I ring the tone is most peculiar. I know Altham and Lesley have moved a lot, but wondered if they had gone back to the Burma Valley. Guy and Jackie's last address was Gweru 4 Court Rd Daylesford Gweru. CAN ANYONE ASSIST WITH E MAIL ADDRESSES FOR GUY AND JACKIE SUTCLIFFE AND ALTHAM AND LESLEY SUTCLIFFE ? email - magskriel@mac.com +++++++ CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to the Knox family for another addition to their family. Welcome to Tilden Martin born to Leigh and Ivan on Sunday 15th January, 2006 at Harare, a cousin to David, born to Mark and Taryn last May. Now the grandparents, Billy and Patty have a baby each to play with. I hope they will both be the source of much pride and joy as they grow. Love you all, Great-grandma Tossie. +++++++ MEADOWS, Keith Geoffrey Greatly shocked at the sudden passing of a dear friend and colleague. His deep sensitivity about bushlife, and indeed love of life in Africa with 'all its warts', will be greatly missed. I feel privileged to have known him. The memory his walk through my life will never fade. May you be conscious of the all-surrounding love of friends and family at this sad time Angie and Mana. My heartfelt sympathies to you both. Although I cannot be with you on Saturday, my thoughts will be with you. Janet Clarke +++++++ TIDBITS ** YESTERDAY, TODAY, TOMORROW ** There are two days in every week about which we should not worry. Two days which should be kept free from fear and apprehension. One of these days is yesterday with its mistakes and cares, Its faults and blunders, Its aches and pains. Yesterday has passed forever beyond our control. All the money in the world cannot bring back yesterday. We cannot undo a single act we performed. We cannot erase a single word we said. Yesterday is gone. The other day we should not worry about is tomorrow. With its possible adversities, Its burdens, Its large promise and poor performance. Tomorrow is also beyond our immediate control. Tomorrow's Sun will rise, either in splendour or behind a mask of clouds, but it will rise. Until it does, we have no stake in tomorrow, for it is yet unborn. This just leaves only one day . . . Today. Any person can fight the battles of just one day. It is only when you and I add the burdens of those two awful eternity's - yesterday and tomorrow that we break down. It is not the experience of today that drives people mad. It is the remorse or bitterness for something which happened yesterday and the dread of what tomorrow may bring. Let us therefore live but one day at a time. - Author Unknown - ++++++ When we try to pick anything out by itself, we find it hitched to everything else in the universe. -- John Muir ++++ Fact of the Day: It's billed as the most important neural discovery of the last decade: mirror neurons. The human brain has multiple mirror neuron systems that specialise in carrying out and understanding not just the actions of others but their intentions, the social meaning of their behaviour and their emotions. When a person watches someone else perform an action -- say a kick -- mirror neurons in the brain simulate the action and provide a template for anticipating what will happen next. "Because of mirror neurons, you can read my intentions. You know what I am going to do next," Dr. Iacoboni from UCLA said. "You automatically have empathy for me. You know how I feel because you literally feel what I am feeling." http://charityfocus.org/php-bin/qad.php?n=2119 +++++ Be The Change: Mirror neurons reveal why watching media violence is harmful -- we start imitating what we see. Expose yourself to things you truly appreciate. ++++++ Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things. Peter Drucker ++++++ Fact of the Day: MIT scientist Isaac Berzin envisions algae, the tiny single-celled plant, transforming the world's energy needs and cutting global warming. Bolted onto smokestacks, the rows of fat clear tube filled with a green algae soup absorb 40% of CO2 and 86% of nitrous oxide emissions. After the CO2 is soaked up like a sponge, the algae is harvested daily and turned into a biodiesel for automobiles. http://charityfocus.org/php-bin/qad.php?n=2108