Curiosities at Sophie Pretelat's Anges et Demons in Val d'Loire, France. Today Europe moved its clocks forward one hour for Daylight Savings Time.
"Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can't help them, at least don't hurt them." - The Dalai Lama.
It appears China has been using its technology for sinister purposes. Why is such a huge, powerful nation so afraid of the Dalai Lama and his influence over Tibet? Read Tracking GhostNet and get more information here, here and here.
Meanwhile, Spain is considering trying a court case involving alleged abuses by six former Bush administration officials.
On a brighter note, Shutter Sisters Jen Lemen and Stephanie Roberts are vying for their dream assignment, Picture Hope. Register here, then cast your vote here. It takes only a few seconds and can help push their dream closer to reality.
From Stephanie's website: "Jen Lemen and I, supported by our Shutter Sisters, are on a mission to find hope in unlikely places. Our dream assignment will take a community of dreamers on a journey to five continents to find the essence of hope – that elusive quality that makes it possible to believe this is not the end of your story no matter how simple your stress or profound your tragedy. We'll search for hope in the lives of the very people who have had every reason to abandon hope as nothing more than wishful thinking. We'll begin in northeastern Rwanda in a quiet village where two young girls wait to be reunited with a mother they've been missing for over three years. Our journey ends in the hills of Nepal where an American teenager became the mother of twenty orphans when she decided to follow her heart."
At present, Picture Hope is in third place in the Name Your Dream Assignment competition. Please help it spring forward by casting your vote today. Thank you!
Cool! The Shutter Sisters have a terrific idea!
Posted by: susanna's sketchbook | 31 March 2009 at 05:03
Dearest Gill, yes it would be divine! And I agree, the Dalai Lama is amazing. xoxox
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 31 March 2009 at 01:28
Thank you so much, Yoli! xoxox
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 31 March 2009 at 01:26
The Dalai Lama is amazing; how he stays so serene and calm through all the tribulations - and manages to inspire others - speaks well to the sheer force of his personality and strength.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 31 March 2009 at 01:26
Amen, amen and amen. xoxox
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 31 March 2009 at 01:25
Thanks, Mark. Not my idea, but I do know one of the women involved in the project. Your idea sounds terrific as well!
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 31 March 2009 at 01:24
Excellent point about force vs. power, Scott. You're absolutely right.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 31 March 2009 at 01:23
What a lovely project. I will go and vote for them too.
Posted by: tangobaby | 30 March 2009 at 23:52
You have a great idea. Another great idea I found was one on Endangered Languages and Cultures. I never knew that 2,500 languages are endangered. You can see this entry at:
www.nameyourdreamassignment.com/the-ideas/clayjar/endangered-cultures-a-language-disappears-every-14-days/
or at www.creation-light.com
I suggest people vote for it too as the top 20 go on to the judging stage.
Posted by: Mark | 30 March 2009 at 20:35
Without hope, we would wither away and die. It's hope that gets us up every day. We cling to life because of hope.
The Dalai Lama has an invisible power that can't be extinguished with guns and tanks and politics, the power of spirit, love and justice. I think that's what they fear.... xoxx
Posted by: Colette | 30 March 2009 at 20:13
I'll g o vote!
Posted by: pam aries | 30 March 2009 at 19:12
The Dalai Lama gives me strength. I am learning so much from all of this. The quote is such truth.
I hope these ladies win.
: )
Posted by: Christina | 30 March 2009 at 17:22
Tara can I hug you for this post?! You mentioned everything dear to my heart plus that quote the Dalai Lama is the one I live by. I am off to vote!
Posted by: Yoli | 30 March 2009 at 17:01
Tara,
Well congrats on springing forward! More daylight for you means more photographs for us :)
I will definately cast my vote for Shutter Sisters in the Name your Dream Assignment...oh yes! Wouldn't that be divine???
China, well, you know my thoughts. Sigh.
The Dalai Lama, has a place in my heart always. What a guy.
xoxo
Posted by: Gillian daSilva | 30 March 2009 at 16:54
T,
I don't know if the "why is China so afraid" question was rhetorical. If it wasn't the answer is quite simple. China has Force. Dalai Lama has Power. Eventually, power always wins over force.....always.
If you ever want to read a fascinating book, pick up Power Vs Force: The Hidden Determinants of Human Behavior by David Hawkins. When Mother Teresa gives you an endorsement for the book cover, you may be on to something
Posted by: nutster | 30 March 2009 at 15:35
Thanks, Helen!
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 30 March 2009 at 11:51
Thanks, Leau. I notified Typepad of the problem (you're not the only one who's experienced it lately). Isn't it a great project??!! As for China, it seems it's all about power and control. The DL is always inspiring. xoxox
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 30 March 2009 at 11:51
Yes, it does sound like an amazing journey - for those taking it, as well as those benefitting from the photography and stories.
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 30 March 2009 at 11:49
Thanks, Terri. Me too!
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 30 March 2009 at 11:48
Such a happy reason to celebrate, Rebecca! xo
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 30 March 2009 at 11:48
Constance, I absolutely agree with you about hope! Am glad that I could help. :) xoxox
Posted by: Tara Bradford | 30 March 2009 at 11:47
Hey sugar, typepad isn't letting me leave comments but here is what I wanted to say about the post.
every time I come here, I learn something! I went, I voted, I'm trying to figure out if I can vote again...what a great project. I read the article on Yahoo news about China celebrating their 50 years of domination of Tibet and I just couldn't figure out why they wanted to celebrate something so horrific. I know more now and still don't get it. The Dali Lama always inspires and that is one of my favorite quotes of his. Time to reread the Art of Happiness I guess! spring smooches my friend!
Posted by: Leau Phillips | 30 March 2009 at 02:34
Hope they win, too!
Posted by: Helen | 30 March 2009 at 01:48
Just voted. Hope they win!
Posted by: tinker | 29 March 2009 at 23:39
Reads like an incredible project!
Posted by: Di | 29 March 2009 at 17:34
i vote...do i get a sticker...LOL...i am having a 3rd blogaverary giveAWAY on the blog...please tell people and come sign up too...hugs, rebecca
Posted by: Cre8Tiva | 29 March 2009 at 16:55
I will go cast my vote for the Shutter Sisters and for Picture Hope NOW!
Probably I will sound like a broken record here but with out HOPE life would be
unbearable!!
Thank you again Tara for helping me yesterday!
xox
Constance
Posted by: Rochambeau | 29 March 2009 at 15:43