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Is water about Peace, Politics, Power, or all of the above?

October 4th, 2010

Are the wars already starting?

For as much attention, bloodshed, and money that has been spent on the wars over oil- I think they pale in comparison by what’s going to happen in the future over Water.

As the world evolves, so grows our needs and desires for water.

But, who controls those water rights?

I feel it is too much in the consciousness of individuals that water is the same type of right as “air”.
Meaning it will just be there when you need it.
Well, that is not remotely the case.
Water is a finite resource that is not easily replenished.

What happens when the needs or desires of one group supersedes another one?  If one group, person or population lived upstream from another, and could or did decide to stop the flow of water- what would the outcome be?

If a country stopped supporting another?  What if the State of Colorado at some point decided to stop providing water to the other neighboring states?  What would the outcome and impact be?  What would happen to Las Vegas, Los Angeles, or Phoenix?

Those cities are all dependent on water from other places.
Well, to see a microcosm of the future- here it is- http://www.cnn.com/2010/WORLD/meast/09/19/pakistan.water.dispute/index.html?

In a simple water dispute among tribes, over 120 people were killed.

What does the future portend?

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If you missed this show on water, don’t worry, it’s on again

October 4th, 2010

There was a show on CNBC about water as a liquid asset.

http://www.cnbc.com/id/39312043/

The shows airs again at the end of October, and might be a great opportunity to learn more about the impending global issues with water.

Yes, this depleting resource will create wars, famine, and a change in the way all of us live our lives in the future.

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Looking for a great recycling resource?

October 4th, 2010

Recycling is becoming more and more of a pressing issue.  The amount of water, oil and fossil fuels that go into the making of a single plastic water bottle is a bit staggering.

How much?  Here are a few interesting statistics:

This year more than 25 billion single use plastic water bottles will be sold in the United States alone and more than 80 percent of those will end up being disposed of rather than being recycled (that’s 20 billion bottles to the landfill Virginia!).

• Over 25 million barrels of oil were used to make the plastic bottles consumed in the US last year–and that doesn’t include the petroleum used to transport them.To put that in perspective, that’s enough petroleum to power 100,000 automobiles for a year!

• Drinking out of bottled water actually wastes water, as is takes 5 times as much water to actually MAKE the bottle, as the amount of water IN the bottle.

• While some bottles do end up getting recycled, in reality they are downcycled, being turned into other products leaving most new water bottles to require virgin plastic.

Yes, single use plastic bottles are a problem.

If more items were recycled and turned into usable products, less water and natural resources would be used overall.
Well, how do you make recycling easier?
http://earth911.com/
This site gives you locations to recycle different types of items.
Next time you’re ready to just throw something out…think twice.

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Bobby Kennedy, Jr. gave an interesting speech today

September 24th, 2010

I was fortunate to attend an event an today where Bobby Kennedy, Jr. was speaking at CAA (Creative Artists Associates) in Los Angeles.

It’s the second time recently I’ve seen him speak, and had the opportunity to talk to him directly.

It’s interesting the facts, figures, and opinions he can fly through in such a short amount of time.  He is passionate about several causes, with water being one of the largest.

He is also involved with the River Keeper Organization (http://www.riverkeeper.org/about-us/our-team/robert-f-kennedy-jr/).
There is a movement toward what I’ve been saying for a while…”It’s all about BLUE” ! :)

Water is indeed the future or peace, power and politics.

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The Food Police? Where does it stop?

August 16th, 2010

There is a movement afoot (of course in the basket of Liberalism called San Fransisco), to regulate fast food locations that sells toys in the meals (ala Happy Meals and McDonalds).

Here is a link to the article- http://www.usatoday.com/money/industries/food/2010-08-13-kidsmeals13_ST_N.htm

I find it interesting that the study conclude the kids like the toys better than the food.  Thus, the food and the establishment become the target?

Huh?  Let’s force the fast food company to provide “better” nutritional value in the meals?

I’m just curious why it is the responsibility of the location, and NOT the parent?  It’s not the kid who drives to Mcdonalds, orders a Happy Meal, and Pays for it.  Is it?

No, it’s the Parents!

If the parents wanted something more nutritional, they would cook at home.  Go to wholefoods.  Order a salad.
No, the parents order for the kids because it’s “easy”.
It’s the same parent who has the “choice” to choose any of the food items on the menu.
Yes, let’s see…..”Umm…I’ll take the #1 Happy Meal with the bunless veggie burger and apple slices for my child, and can I have the um….#4 Double value big mac, make it super large, and what the heck throw in an apple pie so I won’t feel guilty forcing my kid to eat apple slices!”

Once again, it’s an attack and effort to “control” and regulate the problem, as opposed to realizing it’s the “source” (read Parents), who are the real problem.
Where is this world headed?

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Just Plug the Damn hole!

May 26th, 2010

I’m confused.
There is a travesty happening in the Gulf of Mexico with the Oil Spill by British Petroleum. It is spewing oil into the ocean at an unprecedented rate.

This is causing an issue with oil, environment, and the economy.
President Obama recently, in his infamous wisdom, stood in front of a group and proclaimed- “Just Plug the Damn Hole”.

While the Oil continues to spew in the Gulf, there is the conversation around the impending discussion for Cap and Trade, Oil Exploration, and other energy issues.
However, Obama realized that the Oil! was the problem.  It continues to spew more and more oil into the Gulf, and thus he frustratingly complained and exclaimed- “Just Plug the Damn Hole!”

Here is where the confusion (and Hypocrisy in my opinion) begins.

For, just yesterday, President Obama met with the Republicans (for the first time in a year mind you), and had a discussion around immigration.

When he exited the meeting, his statements were to the effect of, “we discussed Border patrol, but any discussion on the border would need to be met with the Republicans making a movement toward comprehensive immigration reform”.

Thus, he tied the Border issue (which is leaking like a sieve), to the broader issue of immigration.  His statement that in order for their to be movement on one, had to be met with a movement by the republicans on the other.

Huh???

My comment- “Just Plug the Damn Hole”!  What do I mean?

The Border is the hole! It is leaking like the Oil well in the Gulf.

Just plug the damn hole.  Meaning- stop the leak at the border and THEN have a discussion on reform.

I don’t see the Republicans tying the issue of immigration and President Obama’s comments together.

So, again, I’m confused.

How is a leaky border tied to a different political agenda of immigration reform, when the oil spill isn’t tied to the larger issue of the environment?

Just a simple question I tend to ask.

Lastly, this just in- There is a terror link to Somali’s who are ….sneaking in through the border of Texas!

I wonder how long it is before there is an attack on US soil, from a group who snuck through the Border.

(http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/37368665)

Yes Mr. President indeed- Just Plug the Damn Hole!

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The Bill Shock of Cell Phones

May 26th, 2010

There is a pressing issue with cell phone owners who invariably or unfortunately go over their allotted minutes, or text message plans.

This is an on going problem and you often hear of the $10,000 bill for a family.

http://online.wsj.com/article_email/SB10001424052748704250104575238423107328834-lMyQjAxMTAwMDIwNjEyNDYyWj.html

There are some rules and restrictions coming that may help with the messaging to the subscriber for when this happens.  Other than text (ineffective), or phone call (expensive), there are no other solutions.
Oh wait..Yes there is.  It’s called Cenoplex.  Coming soon is a new messaging platform for the mobile industry.

Stay tuned! :)

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The Singularity is Near

May 20th, 2010

I was privileged to see Ray Kurzweil speak the other day on the “Singularity”.

It is close to the time when man and machine become one.  If you think of the movie the Terminator, you’re on the right track.

Well, here is an interesting article that just came out.

This is showing just how close we really are getting.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/37256799/ns/technology_and_science-science/

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How do you fit “The Next Big Thing!” into only two minutes?

May 15th, 2010

I have the privilege and opportunity to speak tonight at Summit DC10 (www.summitseries.com).  If you have a really big idea, and have 750 people hanging on your words, how do you condense that into two minutes?

Go REALLY REALLY fast……or…..Less information and more facts?  Limited text and lost of pictures?

Hmmm, well I’m using a combination of all.

I guess in a few hours, we’ll know if it was successful or not.

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How do you make your Mark?

May 15th, 2010

There is a really cool documentary out based on the life of an entrepreneur.  The trailer can be viewed here–  http://makingyourmarkmovie.com/

Please take a look.  It follows the every day activities of Mark Husman as he tries to build a big business.

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