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Aimee

Poems by Li Po

I have discovered some poems by a Chinese poet, Li Po, which are quite beautiful. Here is one for you to enjoy. The title link above will take you to more of her poems.

Autumn River Song

The moon shimmers in green water.
White herons fly through the moonlight.
The young man hears a girl gathering water-chestnuts:
into the night, singing, they paddle home together

Robert Fisk: This was a guilty verdict on America as well

(Source: The Independent) I recently read/ waded my way through a lengthy book by Robert Fisk, The Great War for Civilisation - rather a long historical narrative about the situation in the Middle East.

I discovered a writer who was compelling in his description of the (in)humanity of war, and someone who made sense of the sometimes bleak events of the Middle East. He publishes from time to time in the Independent. If only history was taught in this compelling manner, when I was at school.

I encourage you to have a read. I am confident your views of the Middle East and US foreign policy will never be the same again.

Quality commentary on world affairs

I have found the articles on world affairs published by the Independent (UK) newspaper to be especially insightful and thought-provoking. Click on the title link above.

Revolution in Parnell

Those of you who know me well, know that one of my passions is photography. Living in Parnell, Auckland, you get to do some interesting people-watching. I liked the juxtaposition in this shot of the Establishment and the Che Guevara revolutionary image.

Welcome

Thanks for stopping by. I hope you find the content worth a read over a cuppa from time to time. For me, this is another way to stay in touch with mates and like-minded people, and occasionally have something worthwhile to say. Please feel free to leave some comments or drop me a line if you have any suggestions.

Cheers,

Stephen