As I've mentioned before, I'm reading the book "Walden," by Henry Thoreau. It's written in old-fashioned English and it's quite long-winded...it's not easy reading! I'm about one-third of the way through this book of over 300 pages. Sometimes I think to myself, "Oh, he must be joking!?," and other times I think he's an inspired genius!
Thoreau was reportedly a graduate of Harvard University. He was a writer and philosopher, and spent some time working in his family's successful business.... Thoreau was also friends with Ralph Waldo Emerson, another famous person.... By the time, I'm finished reading the book I might not agree with all of Thoreau's beliefs but I still firmly believe that he had something worthwhile to contribute to society....
While I'm reading the above book, I'm also reading a book by Dr. Jordan B. Peterson, Ph.D. He has been a professor at Harvard and also at the University of Toronto. He's a psychologist and a philosopher...another long-winded person--and he says so himself--but he's very popular on YouTube.... He gets over 100 million views of his lectures.... He seems to be popular with young people, especially. Dr. Peterson grew up in the far north of the province of Alberta, and it was quite near where I lived in British Columbia with my husband when we were married.... I've read about three-quarters of his latest book, of close to 400 pages....
Monday, June 25, 2018
Friday, June 22, 2018
Thoreau, A Few More Comments
At the risk of sounding like a micro-manager, I'd like to bring up a few more points.... I want to make sure the police will get the results they need in good time.... [Please, I hope they will!? And it seems that often some detectives, or somebody, has been investigating?]
The police could benefit from talking to a news source about the university professors, I believe.... [Like how much to pay, for one thing.] But the English teachers/professors aren't usually the ones who comment on the news, I don't think? And there are many kinds of English courses.... We need a teacher of "English Literature," or "American Literature," especially from 1817-1862, when Thoreau was alive.... Myself, I'm not familiar with the large, public universities--only the small, private ones--but I'll tell the best I know.... The police could contact the head of the English department and ask for a referral to a few teachers...that is, if the head didn't want to serve them directly...?
The high schools are just finishing up their year now; and I don't know about the universities...? Some professors might be teaching in the summer, and some might be away on holiday? But I expect that someone should be available?
Some of the universities were already supporting the special police project, as far as I know, but I don't know who the contact people were? Don't know if the police would like to speak to the English teachers at these schools, or somewhere else...? Whatever works for them? Anyway, if the police could get some basic information to start with...then they could continue further if they actually want someone to help with the press conference? Again, whatever works...?
Thoreau advocated resisting the civil authorities in some cases...and in our case, the police and their friends wanted to resist the laws that used to govern the LGBTQ+ people.... The police, directly or indirectly, also detained me by questionable methods which may or may not have been legal...? They wanted to detain me so that I could help with their cause, as I've mentioned many times.... And I wasn't the only one working...the police did a lot of work, themselves.... But I've helped. And my involvement is in question.... [They want to have a credible story that can be told to the public.... And I'm saying Mr. Thoreau's suggestions should be plenty credible....]
For the record, there's also "The Thoreau Society" posted on the Internet.... But I highly recommend speaking to a university professor, if possible; or to a high school teacher to start with, if it's easier to make a connection? Any English teacher might know SOMETHING about Thoreau, but try to find one whose field of expertise covers Thoreau...?
The police could benefit from talking to a news source about the university professors, I believe.... [Like how much to pay, for one thing.] But the English teachers/professors aren't usually the ones who comment on the news, I don't think? And there are many kinds of English courses.... We need a teacher of "English Literature," or "American Literature," especially from 1817-1862, when Thoreau was alive.... Myself, I'm not familiar with the large, public universities--only the small, private ones--but I'll tell the best I know.... The police could contact the head of the English department and ask for a referral to a few teachers...that is, if the head didn't want to serve them directly...?
The high schools are just finishing up their year now; and I don't know about the universities...? Some professors might be teaching in the summer, and some might be away on holiday? But I expect that someone should be available?
Some of the universities were already supporting the special police project, as far as I know, but I don't know who the contact people were? Don't know if the police would like to speak to the English teachers at these schools, or somewhere else...? Whatever works for them? Anyway, if the police could get some basic information to start with...then they could continue further if they actually want someone to help with the press conference? Again, whatever works...?
Thoreau advocated resisting the civil authorities in some cases...and in our case, the police and their friends wanted to resist the laws that used to govern the LGBTQ+ people.... The police, directly or indirectly, also detained me by questionable methods which may or may not have been legal...? They wanted to detain me so that I could help with their cause, as I've mentioned many times.... And I wasn't the only one working...the police did a lot of work, themselves.... But I've helped. And my involvement is in question.... [They want to have a credible story that can be told to the public.... And I'm saying Mr. Thoreau's suggestions should be plenty credible....]
For the record, there's also "The Thoreau Society" posted on the Internet.... But I highly recommend speaking to a university professor, if possible; or to a high school teacher to start with, if it's easier to make a connection? Any English teacher might know SOMETHING about Thoreau, but try to find one whose field of expertise covers Thoreau...?
Wednesday, June 20, 2018
More Advice About Thoreau--Part 3
If and when the police talk to a university professor about Mr. Thoreau, they need to make a connection between this man and freedom from slavery in the USA--he was quite an influence and I'm sure the teacher would agree--and if the police want some personal advice about their special project, they can talk about the gay issues being related to the blacks being freed.... This has already been done, in some places, in film and TV.... And of course, the "civil disobedience" was done against me, but it was for a reason....
If the police aren't willing to make a little effort and expend some means, then don't look to me for help...!!! This is all I've got, take it or leave it...! [And I think it's pretty good.... It's excellent, if people will use their heads...!]
The main purpose of talking to a professor [which is better than a high school teacher] is to confirm the facts about Thoreau...and then we can go on from there.
If the police aren't willing to make a little effort and expend some means, then don't look to me for help...!!! This is all I've got, take it or leave it...! [And I think it's pretty good.... It's excellent, if people will use their heads...!]
The main purpose of talking to a professor [which is better than a high school teacher] is to confirm the facts about Thoreau...and then we can go on from there.
More Advice About Thoreau--Part 2
Have been trying to research the speakers' lists on the Internet and haven't found exactly what was needed.... The ones I've found were mostly motivational speakers.... If the Canadian or American police are friends with a news outlet, they could ask their advice about contacting a university professor...? The professors are often commenting on news stories, that I've seen.... [And as I said, the police should kindly offer and be prepared to pay for the professor's time.... And better yet, they could consult with several professors until they find the best one?]
If nothing else helps, the police could find their nearest, reputable high school or university and ask to speak to someone in the English department...!!! Offer to pay them for their time, and I'm sure someone would cooperate.... And if you tell them something about your cause, it might help them decide to help you or not...? [Find someone who genuinely wants to help...!?]
For the record, you can absolutely take my word for it that Henry David Thoreau is a well-known name in the United States...and even in Canada, to some degree.... The police just need to find the right person to talk to for more information [about the "civil disobedience"].
If nothing else helps, the police could find their nearest, reputable high school or university and ask to speak to someone in the English department...!!! Offer to pay them for their time, and I'm sure someone would cooperate.... And if you tell them something about your cause, it might help them decide to help you or not...? [Find someone who genuinely wants to help...!?]
For the record, you can absolutely take my word for it that Henry David Thoreau is a well-known name in the United States...and even in Canada, to some degree.... The police just need to find the right person to talk to for more information [about the "civil disobedience"].
More Advice About Thoreau
In case it's not enough for some of the police that I advised them to do an Internet search of Henry David Thoreau, I'll give them a little more advice....
The police could request an interview with a high school or university English teacher who is familiar with Thoreau.... In the USA, it shouldn't be hard to find someone. I'm not sure if the Walden/Life in the Woods book is read at the high school or university level because I've heard conflicting reports from different sources...? Maybe a university professor would have more detailed knowledge about Thoreau and his work? If the police know how to use Google and the Internet for civilian purposes, it shouldn't be hard even for Canadian police to contact an American teacher?
Also, there are professional people, including professors, who have their names on public speakers' lists.... And these names and lists are used by the news media and others who wish an interview for news purposes.... As far as I understand, there's normally a fee paid for this type of service.... [So, be prepared to pay a teacher for their time....]
These teachers could do a much better and thorough job explaining about Thoreau than I can....
The police could request an interview with a high school or university English teacher who is familiar with Thoreau.... In the USA, it shouldn't be hard to find someone. I'm not sure if the Walden/Life in the Woods book is read at the high school or university level because I've heard conflicting reports from different sources...? Maybe a university professor would have more detailed knowledge about Thoreau and his work? If the police know how to use Google and the Internet for civilian purposes, it shouldn't be hard even for Canadian police to contact an American teacher?
Also, there are professional people, including professors, who have their names on public speakers' lists.... And these names and lists are used by the news media and others who wish an interview for news purposes.... As far as I understand, there's normally a fee paid for this type of service.... [So, be prepared to pay a teacher for their time....]
These teachers could do a much better and thorough job explaining about Thoreau than I can....
Monday, June 18, 2018
Some Time-Limits, Part 2
Continued from below.
If the police want me to cooperate with them after August, they'll need to either settle with me or give me some proof in writing about what's going on.... This is going to be a firm decision on my side and I intend to stick with it. It's possible the police won't even need until the end of August to resolve the issues? If we could finish earlier, it'd be fine by me; and I'll keep on working for a few months--if there's much for me to do...?
Also in the past, there've been many times when it appeared--to me--that a settlement was just around the corner...but it didn't happen...! And this time, I can't go by appearances or feelings or wishful thinking! I'll need to see something concrete if I'm going to continue past August. (Maybe the police won't even need me to do anything after a settlement is reached...? I'd have my own "public relations" to do on behalf of myself after the publicity...to explain my involvement to my family, church, and acquaintances.)
If the police want me to cooperate with them after August, they'll need to either settle with me or give me some proof in writing about what's going on.... This is going to be a firm decision on my side and I intend to stick with it. It's possible the police won't even need until the end of August to resolve the issues? If we could finish earlier, it'd be fine by me; and I'll keep on working for a few months--if there's much for me to do...?
Also in the past, there've been many times when it appeared--to me--that a settlement was just around the corner...but it didn't happen...! And this time, I can't go by appearances or feelings or wishful thinking! I'll need to see something concrete if I'm going to continue past August. (Maybe the police won't even need me to do anything after a settlement is reached...? I'd have my own "public relations" to do on behalf of myself after the publicity...to explain my involvement to my family, church, and acquaintances.)
Some Time-Limits, Part 1
What I've been thinking is that the divisional Mounties could have until about the end of this month to decide what they want to do.... If they don't decide by then, others could take them out? And do they even need that much time...? But I don't mind giving it, if necessary?
After that, there may be a few other parties who need to tie up their loose ends? And I wish to give them only until the end of this August, if they need my help or attention? They'd have two, full months--July and August. It was in July and August 1998 when I first had contact with some of the community advisors in the police project.... It's been 20 years!
In the previous years, I've said the police could likely call a press conference within 24 hours, and I've been trying to negotiate with them up until October 30, to be ready for the 31st. But I think that's not realistic. It's better that the police could have a couple months to prepare....
Also, I've been under a lot of stress because of the police project...and I don't believe I need to elaborate on the reasons why.... It happens that in October I have my annual check-up with the dentist and I'm finding it difficult because of the stress.... So, that's another reason why I want my business wrapped up earlier--one way or another....
Continued.
After that, there may be a few other parties who need to tie up their loose ends? And I wish to give them only until the end of this August, if they need my help or attention? They'd have two, full months--July and August. It was in July and August 1998 when I first had contact with some of the community advisors in the police project.... It's been 20 years!
In the previous years, I've said the police could likely call a press conference within 24 hours, and I've been trying to negotiate with them up until October 30, to be ready for the 31st. But I think that's not realistic. It's better that the police could have a couple months to prepare....
Also, I've been under a lot of stress because of the police project...and I don't believe I need to elaborate on the reasons why.... It happens that in October I have my annual check-up with the dentist and I'm finding it difficult because of the stress.... So, that's another reason why I want my business wrapped up earlier--one way or another....
Continued.
Monday, June 11, 2018
Updates
Have updated both my first and my third Waterlily blogs.... The "Irish man" has been very involved in my business but the particular, divisional Mountie HQ had a plan.... Maybe the divisional Mounties have to be the first to decide what they want to do now...? People could please read the other blogs if they want the full information?
By the way, I didn't say the people were "lame," I said the false story was lame.
By the way, I didn't say the people were "lame," I said the false story was lame.
Saturday, June 9, 2018
Family is Family
From what I've seen this far, nobody in the current police project has even acknowledged that they expected the case to take 20 years.... There was only some information from the past which told about this.... Right now, we're coming up to 20 years from the time I first met a lot of the community advisors in the police project...and I think that should be enough! If they wanted to go public at Halloween, we should be deciding something now--in the near future--for them to get ready for Halloween.... Otherwise, another year could go by, and they could continue extending the deadline and changing the date of when the police project actually began...!? It could be a sliding scale...and that's not acceptable to me. It's been long enough.
My family has suffered because of this business and that concerns me a great deal.... Most of them don't believe what's going on, and I don't blame them for that. Rather than spending any more time needlessly on the police project, or writing about LGBTQ concerns, I'd like to devote my time to my family if nothing is going to happen.... With other people, it's hard to talk about and share my life because it's been so complicated. But family is family! I don't regret helping with the LGBTQ issues up to now...and I know the police and firefighters have had their conflicts among themselves...but I can't continue like this without a proper settlement. The police could at least make a deal with me behind the scenes, to start with.... The rest could be negotiated in time....
My family has suffered because of this business and that concerns me a great deal.... Most of them don't believe what's going on, and I don't blame them for that. Rather than spending any more time needlessly on the police project, or writing about LGBTQ concerns, I'd like to devote my time to my family if nothing is going to happen.... With other people, it's hard to talk about and share my life because it's been so complicated. But family is family! I don't regret helping with the LGBTQ issues up to now...and I know the police and firefighters have had their conflicts among themselves...but I can't continue like this without a proper settlement. The police could at least make a deal with me behind the scenes, to start with.... The rest could be negotiated in time....
Monday, June 4, 2018
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