May 2014 - Dialogue - lists.wedgeblade.net

GMCA May 17-18
by David Zahrt 20 May '14

20 May '14

*Dear Colleagues,* *May 17-18, Weekend in Santa Fe* I took the Geartruck with all the other vehicles to the Sat/Sun campsite. Then the vehicle drivers were shuttled back to join the Procession. We arrived at Santa Fe Railyard Park at 10:45. There were a series of speakers including the Mayor of Santa Fe. It is astounding to find the network of people in Santa Fe that are working on a sustainable future environment—non-profit organizations, political lobbies, churches, neighborhood organizations, and more. The Packards, George and Elise, attended. George had shuttled me around town on Fri to see if I could get a replacement charger for my computer. After the Rally we went out for lunch. Elise went to play in a marimba concert and George helped me get my luggage and took me to their home. I had a chance to take a bath and get my laundry done. Packards invited Marilee Blanchard and her partner, Bill, and John Singleton over for dinner. We had a heartwarming get-together! On Sun morn we watched a TV program sponsored by Santa Fe during breakfast, and then went to the Presbyterian Church. We attended the Adult Study group and morning worship. Michael Dowd was the speaker at both events. Michael has joined the March periodically. He’s written a book entitled *Thank God for Evolution.* He and his wife have no residence. They travel around the country making presentations. After church George and Elise took me on a tour of Santa Fe. The first place was the Santa Fe Museum. Once again I was astounded to learn the history of Santa Fe, and all the different people that established residence and fought over the right to inhabit Santa Fe. I learned that Santa Fe is the first Capital City in the US. We also went to the Catholic Cathedraland, a building that had been a Native American residence. We had lunch downtown and the Packards took me back to the March campsite. I would have been pleased to spend one more night with them, but I felt I needed to be back in camp for the evening so I would be prepared to pack up and leave in the morning. The Packards made my stay in Santa Fe a marvelous respite. -- Peace, David

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Ye olde mail snafu surfaces again
by Timothy Wegner 20 May '14

20 May '14

I am sure email arcania is about as fun as a trip to the dentist for most of you ... Alas, a bunch of our accounts have (again) been disabled again because of excessive bouncing. Mostly (but not entirely) hotmail and comcast. No you did nothing wrong. This is another example of the human condition. Something about those arrows pushing up from below and down from above. The reason is that some internet providers are toughening their rules to avoid spam, and our mailing list gets caught in the crossfire. One tactic I am trying is to change back to replies going to the lists rather than the sender, so please be aware of that. (Replies going to the sender is probably better, but oh well). So if you reply to a list message, you will need to be mindful and change the address if you don't want it to go to everyone. I am trying this to keep your email provider's robots happy. Once again, if you get a message that your account has been disabled, let me know (tim(a)tswegner.net) Generally you do NOT need to do what the email requests to get reinstated, I will do it for you and everyone. If just a few of you do this it helps alert me that there is a problem. My own gmail account appears to be less fussy. It is not a bad thing that the email providers are working harder to prevent spam. Eventually we will get this straightened out. Tim PS - for (only!) the scientifically inquisitive, here's one provider's explanation. If any of you (very few) geeky types want to discuss this further and help debug the problem, drop me a note. https://help.yahoo.com/kb/SLN7253.html

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Fwd: GMCA May 12-13
by David Zahrt 14 May '14

14 May '14

*Dear Climate March Friends,* *May 12, Monday *In New Mexico: We had an early breakfast—wake up 5:30 AM, breakfast at 6:00. We packed up and got off of the school grounds by 7:15. I chose to ride my bike the 10 miles to our next campsite. I got to camp at the Balloon Museum, in N. Albuquerque at about 10:30. Some of the Marchers arrived shortly after. The route was north through Albuquerque, so there were many rest stops/cafes on the way to the campsite. In the afternoon we brainstormed a list of climate issues about which we are concerned and are committed to take action. Jeffrey took the info and wrote an article to answer a request from a local newspaper. Monday evening was cloudy, windy, and some rain sprinkles. There was nothing planned for the group. We got info about activities in Santa Fe: May 17, Sat. at 11 AM, a Rally at Rail Yard Park; live music from 6-7 PM, at Ft. Marty Park; 8 PM Projection of Images; and then, 8:30 PM Campfire. *May 13, Tuesday* I have been sleeping on the ground and not bothering to put up my tent each night. It was overcast and showered during the night. I moved to the cab of the Geartruck for a short time. In the morning the temp was in the mid 30’s. I drove the Geartruck to the next campsite which is just N of Bernalillo. Then I went with Dave Finnegan <climatechangeiselementary.org> and 3 other Marchers to Santa Fe to do a presentation at Desert Academy. We attended their Assembly at 2 PM. They turned the Assembly over to us at 2:30. Dave described the March, had the four of us introduce ourselves and tell why we were on the March. It had already been snowing for 15 min. Dave looked out the window and began with the question “How many believe the climate is changing?” Most of the kids raised their hands. Then he gave a 20-minute presentation to introduce Climate Change, and asked for questions from the students. The school administration turned off the mike at 3:00—it could have gone longer! Dave drove us back from Santa Fe to the campground—about 40 mi. Peace, David

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Paris
by Lawrence Edward Philbrook 13 May '14

13 May '14

Dear Colleagues i am in paris and meeting with a group on Saturday about launching or re-launching ICA France. Does anyone know the past legal realities of ICA or Ecumenical Institute in France? With respect, Larry Lawrence Philbrook, Certified ToP Facilitator CPF Director Institute of Cultural Affairs Taiwan www.icatw.com Tel:8862 2871 3150 Skype: icalarry

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Contributions for August edition of Winds & Waves magazine
by Robyn Hutchinson 13 May '14

13 May '14

To read in your browser click here Dear ICA and many other colleagues around the world, We do hope you have enjoyed reading past editions of Wind and Waves. We are constantly exploring how we can make this magazine more user friendly and accessible to as wide an audience as possible, and are always delighted to have your suggestions. ICA's PLEASE FOWARD THIS INVITATION, or similar, TO ALL YOUR MEMBERS, for their contribution, and that of their networks, as appropriate. The Wind and Waves team invites submission of articles for the next edition of Wind and Waves Magazine. We hope that each ICA would take responsibility for sourcing relevant articles from members and non-members for each edition. August Theme "Back to the Future" presenting and exploring the 50 year old history of the ICA through the Archives project, major landmark events or programs, and its implications for future generations! We are changing the Wind and Waves format slightly: 1. In-depth leading topic article 2. 2 -3 supporting articles on theme 3. Other theme related items 4. Reports, stories, events, works in progress For the August edition featuring the Archives Project, we are looking for items from: * those involved in the archives work, and its implication for the future * personal stories from colleagues around the world who have experienced life change through practical application of these ICA / ToP life processes and methods, and future potential * other exciting human development works in progress Contributions could include reports, poems, images, songs, and stories about the people and organisations that you are working with, the breakthroughs that you have had, your learnings and insights, and your thoughts on future directions. Does your ICA, individual members, or someone you know have a story to share? Please forward an invitation as appropriate to your networks. TIME FRAME for WIND AND WAVES - August edition Leading Topic: ICA Archives ('Back to the future') Content Deadline: Friday, July 18th, 2014 Publication: August, 2014 The deadline for submission of articles for the August edition is July 18 , 2014. We would like a heads up from you by July 1st or earlier on the following points: By July 1, please let us know these details on the article you / other person plans to write: 1. Title - subject line: story proposal........ 2. In the email body: 2 SIMPLE sentences not "paragraph-sentences" a. The story to share is about: .......... b. The point of the story for the reader is:....... 3. Estimated length............ 4. The number of photos, diagrams, images, that will accompany the article.... 5. Your name and author's name.... Please send the above information to Isabel, Robyn and Peter Ellins, by July 1. Some guideline tips for your attention, include: - avoiding jargon; remembering that this is a public magazine; items can be in Spanish and English - audience is ICA and non-ICA folk - Items can be in English and Spanish. * December 2014, and April, 2015 issue themes will be posted, shortly, in a separate email, for your forward planning) * Further guidelines for this Archives edition will be posted to the Archives team, for their consideration. With many thanks in anticipation, Robyn Hutchinson: hutchinsonsydney13(a)gmail.com Isabel de la Maza: isadelamaza(a)vtr.net Contributions Coordinators, for the W&W team Please send cc to Peter Ellins, peter(a)icai-members.org If you did not receive a copy or notice of the last edition of the magazine, please contact: Peter Ellins: Email: peter(a)icai-members.org; or Robyn Hutchinson: Email:rjhutchinson@optusnet.com.au

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Death of Ken Smith
by Jayandem2＠aol.com 12 May '14

12 May '14

Dear Colleagues: Judith and I are saddened to report the death of Ken Smith, a guardian of the Movement for over 40 years. We met Ken and Barb Smith in our church in Cleveland in the early 70's. Both of the Smiths have been strong supporters of the work of the Institutes, first in the Cleveland Region and later in the Detroit Region. Ken died on May 8th, following a ten year struggle with Parkinson's disease. Barb and Ken had a great passion for many social issues, and provided leadership in the Detroit Presbyterian church. The Smiths have been strong supporters of our family, also. In 1979 they hosted a fundraising party to raise funds enabling us to pay the costs of our first deployment to Adelaide, Australia, After Meg's accident, they set up what came to be known as "The Meg Fund", enlisting friends and colleagues to assist us in the care of Meg. Since 1987, the fund has provided thousands of dollars to help us afford to keep Meg with us at home. Condolences can be sent to Barbara Smith at _barbaradsmith(a)ameritech.net_ (mailto:barbaradsmith@ameritech.net) , or by mail at: Barbara Smith 28770 Somerset Place, Lathrop Village, MI 48076 We have lost a wonderful human being! Grace, Peace, and Love, Mike and Judith Tippett

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Mailing list issues being worked
by Timothy Wegner 11 May '14

11 May '14

Folks, a few of you have had your ICA/OE list accounts disabled because the system couldn't get the list mail to your email. I have gone through both lists and re-enabled all such accounts. (If you get this, things must be working now.) Seems to have affected mostly comcast and yahoo emails. Some of you have asked if the message you received about your account being disabled was legitimate. Answer: yes it was. But you don't need to do anything. I took care of it. I should add I don't really know the root cause of the problem; I'm hoping it was a temporary glitch. If the mailing lists go uncharacteristically silent, let me know. But I do have a story. Computers are sentient creatures who read minds. If you think angry thoughts about computers and internet systems, they take it personally. So when you read or write list email, close your eyes, breathe deeply, and contemplate the mystery that connects our dispersed community. Get in touch with your profound compassion and direct it at the poor computer/phone/tablet device and the system that serves it. All is well, life is good! Then the mail will go through. But even if it doesn't, you will be calmer! Tim

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CLIMATE MARCH
by David Zahrt 08 May '14

08 May '14

Y'all, The Climate March is coming through NM. Its been tagging along I-40. It will be in Albuquerque on Fri, May 9, and stage all kinds of publc events over the weekend. Santa Fe is on down the line. You can find more specific info on <www.climatemarch.org/newmexico>. Keep in touch with the web. The event list will continue to be updated. -- Peace, David

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ICA International Global Buzz, May Issue
by ICA International 06 May '14

06 May '14

Enjoy catching up with what is happening in ICAs across the globe.....If you wish to SEND a report...send to your ICA contact person OR...go to the members section on the ICA International website Please click the link below for the May issue of the Global Buzz Global Buzz Report: May 2014 or copy and paste this URL into your browser's address bar http://ica-international.org/buzz/7dayreport-14/2014-05-01.php ICAI Communications

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Everyday Wonder
by Wilson Priscilla 05 May '14

05 May '14

I want to let my friends who live in Austin, TX or near...their marvelous book store, BookPeople is now carrying the book that Kaze Gadway and I wrote: Everyday Wonder, from Kansas to Kenya from Ecuador to Ethiopia Priscilla H Wilson Prairie Village, KS Pris(a)TeamTechPress.com www.teamtechpress.com

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