Category: Deep Thoughts

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Ice

Our world has been around for many years. Throughout those years our world was shaped by giant ice glaciers that carved out valleys through the mountains. Sometimes, the glaciers meet the sea and become large ice flows that ride the waves. These sheets of ice occasionally break off and become huge ice islands.

This happened recently when a large chunk of ice broke off. The massive sheet of ice takes up about 100 square miles and contains enough fresh water to supply America for 120 days. The ice flow broke from Greenland’s biggest glacier and is expected to reach the Atlantic Ocean in about two years.

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Deadly Month

The American presence in Afghanistan is still ongoing. Soldiers are fighting the Taliban in an effort to win the peoples hearts and minds in an ideological battle. The war has raged on for nearly nine years and shows little sign of being over soon. Americans are getting tired of spending money and lives on a losing battle.

This month, 66 U.S. soldiers were killed in action. This number is even higher than last months 60 killed. Commanders say the higher numbers of dead are a result of increased fighting. I hope this war is going somewhere and we will see some tangible results soon.

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Clean up the bay

One item that is in the news around our neck of the woods is health and safety of our Chesapeake Bay waters. It seems as though two groups of people have different ideas as to how to keep it clean. One group that includes the environmental protection agency wants to enforce an even stricter ban on pollution by setting a so-called “pollution diet” standard.

Another group wants to keep things how they are. They say the bay is cleaner than ever and that new regulations will cost too many jobs. For now, the two sides are expressing their points and a resolution should soon be found. It will be interesting to see how it goes.

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Taranis

In London, today was a day to remember. The Ministry of Defense unveiled its newest combat aircraft called Taranis. The aircraft is being touted as the future of unmanned stealth technology and has many people around the world interested. The aircraft uses technology that makes virtually undetectable and no pilot is needed.

The long-range aircraft can be controlled from virtually anywhere in the world and can carry out a number of different missions. Surveillance, intelligence, and reconnaissance can all be done with the new jet. It can also drop bombs and missiles if needed. This technology has long been in the works and is nearing perfection. Be careful world, you may be in for an unpleasant surprise!

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Paris and Bush meat

The city of Paris has long been known for its cuisine. This time, the menu is a little bit different than you may expect. Due to the growing African population in the city, bush meat is being imported in surprising levels. Experts say the illegal trade is growing and is a danger to wild populations of animals.

Such animals as rats, monkeys, crocodiles, and anteaters are being brought into the city. They carcasses are usually dried and are sold at markets under the table. Experts worry that the animals present a danger to public health as well. Bacteria and Ebola viruses can be found in these animals and could be a grave health concern. I hope this practice is soon stopped!

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Baking soda

Baking soda has been around ever since I can remember. I always thought it was outdated and relegated to grandma’s secret recipes. It turns out that I am wrong again and I recently found out that it has many uses due to its beneficial properties. It is cheap, contains no toxic chemicals, and versatile.

Baking soda can be used on many areas of the body. It can freshen your breath as well as clean your skin. It can relieve heartburn and treats insect bites. It effectively cleans hundreds of different items can deodorize everything from cat boxes to refrigerators. I think it may be a good idea to get a box the next time I go shopping!

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Bottled Water

I have never understood why people pay for bottled water. That is of course until I learned that it is a big seller in Mexico. I have always heard that when you go to Mexico, don’t drink the water. It seems that Mexicans are taking their own advice and are buying bottled water in record numbers.

The water infrastructure in Mexico is in serious disrepair. Due to natural factors as well as a 1985 earthquake, the water system is in shambles. Mexicans believe that the water they drink is unsafe. The Mexican government disputes the charges and says that water quality has improved over the years. I guess only time will tell!

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Help for Heidi

My of my good friends Bob was telling me about a site he and his children use whenever they need Math help. It’s a site called tutornext.com that provides an Online Tutor at a low price. His daughter Heidi is currently in 12th grade and will be entering college in the fall. While her grades are very good overall, her weak spot is the subject of math. Luckily for her, there is help for her when she needs it.

The site provides her with a Math Tutor who can work with her one on one. She can send in her questions and receive the answers and explanations in a timely fashion. Another great thing about the site is that she never has to leave the house and can do it in her own time. That makes it very convenient for her as she doesn’t have to drive to some class for the answers she needs.

I think this is a great tool for any kid who is in K-12 and on through college. They can take advantage of the Math Problem Solver feature or contact Math Tutors Online. I know the importance of doing well in math as it will come in handy all through your life and your working career. I am glad that Heidi is doing better now and wish her all the best during her college years.

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Cap the well!!

Despite the promises of oil giant BP to cap the well, the oil is still gushing into the Gulf of Mexico at an astonishing rate. Once again we hear that they are trying another method to stop the flow. This time, they plan to pump heavy mud into the wellhead to plug the wellhead. There are millions of people who are hoping this plan will work.

Bp has said it is unsure whether the plan will work or not. Since the leak is over a mile deep, there are no methods of capping the well that are proven. In the meantime, wildlife is suffering from the estimated 7 million gallons of oil that has escaped from the broken well. I surly hope that BP will find an answer to the problem soon!

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Recycle

I was glad to see that the local kids around my house are learning a good lesson. It seems that a bunch of them have gotten together and are cleaning up the neighborhood. They plan to take the cans they find to the recycling center and get some money for their efforts. I am all for this type of thing!

I believe that our country would be much better off if everyone did a little more in the recycling department. It’s good to know that the next generation is more aware of the problem and willing to find solutions. I believe there is some hope for this world yet!!