The Little Thread Which Grew - the Apollo '73 to Everything But
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lkwdblds
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Excellent post Ted, lots of ground covered and lots of good points! It would be great if you expanded on it later!
Those traffic lights, yes we've all seen them stay green for us and we had different thoughts race through our minds about why that was so. I find your explanations quite accurate.
I've experienced another traffic light phenomena. I approach a red light on a freeway off ramp or a city street and immediately feel some sort of energy telling me that the light will turn green before I come to a complete stop or conversely that I will be sitting at the light for at least 1.5 to 2.0 minutes. I am right over 80% of the time. In this case, I am not claiming the ability to control the light but rather the ability to sense how long it will remain red.
Lakey
This ties into an article that I have been meaning to write concerning perception. While you mention the downside of perception, perhaps due to getting older, I don't know, there is another side: All auditing should lead to a change in perception for the pc/client. If the pc/client does not have a change of perception regarding person, place, thing, time, situation, etc. being addressed, there will be no real change of condition because his relationship to "it" will not have changed. You will note that in the Hubbard system, perception is the awareness characteristic of Department 3, Ethics.
When a person goes Clear, for example, and they tell of how all the traffic lights turned green for them, it is not because they turned the lights green, they are just having a change of perception. The lights are on a timer. They will turn green, yellow, and red at a predetermined pace. But, the person who perceives green all down the road is setup to take advantage of it.
How about money? Get enough auditing on money and I have seen a person's flows open up. Why? There's a lot of money out there. Maybe too much of it when compared to the value of property and production in the world. But economists can figure on that one. As for the individual, a change of perception on money can result in more money coming in. Or negatively, a change of perception, as in a block, can result in the flows tightening up.
Steve Jobs, apparently, was no different than any other human being except for his perception and how he used it. You could say there is also Dynamics or endowment of life force, purpose, intent, resources, etc. But this missive is about perception. Jobs had tremendous marketing perception where others did not.
Objective processes work directly on perception.
Creative process work on perception. If a pc/client can mentally/spiritually, mock up, he is then open to perceive that which already exists in the physical universe. "Mock up a way to waste money." In the case of a scientist/engineer/architect, he/she first gets the idea, a perception, then goes about bringing together the resources to make the mockup appear in the physical universe (a series of perceptions).
The recently posted lectures by John Mac reveal how his perception was different than most other people's. And by having different perceptions he got unique results in his own auditing and on that of his pc's.
Belief and perception go hand in hand. Casey Stengel, the NY Yankees manager of years gone by, once remarked that, "Good pitching will always stop good hitting, and vice versa." So it is will belief and perception: A strongly held belief can block perception, and processes aimed at perception can alter a belief.
Perhaps I will expand on this later.
Excellent post Ted, lots of ground covered and lots of good points! It would be great if you expanded on it later!
Those traffic lights, yes we've all seen them stay green for us and we had different thoughts race through our minds about why that was so. I find your explanations quite accurate.
I've experienced another traffic light phenomena. I approach a red light on a freeway off ramp or a city street and immediately feel some sort of energy telling me that the light will turn green before I come to a complete stop or conversely that I will be sitting at the light for at least 1.5 to 2.0 minutes. I am right over 80% of the time. In this case, I am not claiming the ability to control the light but rather the ability to sense how long it will remain red.
Lakey
CarmeloOrchards
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Re: The old days - Aboard the Apollo - 1973
OMG I go away for a few days, and it has grown out of control.
Stop it! Stop posting!!
There are pages I've missed.
But on the other hand.....................
Just to reply to Hats.
I have been listening and listening to the John McMaster audios on my iPod (Steve Jobs reference) for weeks now.
This morning I woke up as clear as I was back when I went clear. HUGE space. Huge amount of energy, plans, poppa a da pop papa da. CLick click click click.
Must have been the martini I had for breakfast.
Oh! Wait. I didn't have one.
Those damned audios of John Mac have really done a (gooood) number on me.
I finished the fifth McMaster's tape a few days ago. About 3/4 through it I got really impressed. Thanks Ed!
OMG I go away for a few days, and it has grown out of control.
Stop it! Stop posting!!
There are pages I've missed.
But on the other hand.....................
Just to reply to Hats.
I have been listening and listening to the John McMaster audios on my iPod (Steve Jobs reference) for weeks now.
This morning I woke up as clear as I was back when I went clear. HUGE space. Huge amount of energy, plans, poppa a da pop papa da. CLick click click click.
Must have been the martini I had for breakfast.
Oh! Wait. I didn't have one.
Those damned audios of John Mac have really done a (gooood) number on me.
Ted
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Here I am to change the subject once again!
In the days of yore, I had the idea I would like to be a photographer for National Geographic. Traveling the world, rubbing elbows with the people, making friends, sending pictures to the less-traveled folks at home... It was an idea to occupy my mind while we were exchanging hot and heavy metal objects with some Asian natives. At the time I figured someone else would write the articles. Writing was not my thing.
The photography thing never worked out even though I have shot some weddings, portraits, and other stuff. I just never knew how to pursue it professionally. The writing thing, thanks to the internet, has become something of interest. And, I have severely edited several books. Presently working on another. The writing is enjoyable because I think that one day I might just communicate(!)--you know, like really reach someone with a meaningful message.
As for the photography, I lost interest when our kids grew up, and making a buck demanded too much of my attention. With today's cameras any numb-nuts can snap an in-focus, correctly-exposed picture. I find nothing special in that. This puts a lot of people in a position similar to that of other craftsmen like, perhaps, painters and painting: Sure, you can do it yourself, but do you want the hassle? Do you want the expense of all the tools that you will buy only for that one job? Is you hand study enough to draw a straight line?
You get the idea. Quality work is still hard to come by in whatever field.
Here's an endorsement: Recently I had my trusty Nikons refurbed by Kiwi Camera, Winter Park, FL (407-539-2731) I was so happy with the service that I am telling everyone. The Nikons are old friends brought back to life-like-nearly-new. A few small wear marks just enhance the beauty of the tool. Contact Michael. He's the owner and super-tech. Any make of camera, film of any size, or modern electronics, he does it all. Yeah, the modern stuff does break down.
Enough preamble. Here's our baby girl at just a few days plus 3 weeks. Being the proud grandparent that I am, you will have to suffer me this. Beyond that grandparent thing--we all love to show off the kids--I do hope some SO and ex-SO will look this over. There is life after Scientology--lots of it. Don't lose out. Walk away. Keep your desire to help, acknowledge your good will. Invest in something or someone who won't be ripping you off. Family is a good place to start.
Here I am to change the subject once again!
In the days of yore, I had the idea I would like to be a photographer for National Geographic. Traveling the world, rubbing elbows with the people, making friends, sending pictures to the less-traveled folks at home... It was an idea to occupy my mind while we were exchanging hot and heavy metal objects with some Asian natives. At the time I figured someone else would write the articles. Writing was not my thing.
The photography thing never worked out even though I have shot some weddings, portraits, and other stuff. I just never knew how to pursue it professionally. The writing thing, thanks to the internet, has become something of interest. And, I have severely edited several books. Presently working on another. The writing is enjoyable because I think that one day I might just communicate(!)--you know, like really reach someone with a meaningful message.
As for the photography, I lost interest when our kids grew up, and making a buck demanded too much of my attention. With today's cameras any numb-nuts can snap an in-focus, correctly-exposed picture. I find nothing special in that. This puts a lot of people in a position similar to that of other craftsmen like, perhaps, painters and painting: Sure, you can do it yourself, but do you want the hassle? Do you want the expense of all the tools that you will buy only for that one job? Is you hand study enough to draw a straight line?
You get the idea. Quality work is still hard to come by in whatever field.
Here's an endorsement: Recently I had my trusty Nikons refurbed by Kiwi Camera, Winter Park, FL (407-539-2731) I was so happy with the service that I am telling everyone. The Nikons are old friends brought back to life-like-nearly-new. A few small wear marks just enhance the beauty of the tool. Contact Michael. He's the owner and super-tech. Any make of camera, film of any size, or modern electronics, he does it all. Yeah, the modern stuff does break down.
Enough preamble. Here's our baby girl at just a few days plus 3 weeks. Being the proud grandparent that I am, you will have to suffer me this. Beyond that grandparent thing--we all love to show off the kids--I do hope some SO and ex-SO will look this over. There is life after Scientology--lots of it. Don't lose out. Walk away. Keep your desire to help, acknowledge your good will. Invest in something or someone who won't be ripping you off. Family is a good place to start.
Mark A. Baker
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Sweet baby, but the baby is out of focus, the whole image is under exposed, lacking contrast and saturation, and the highlights and shadows are blown; so your point about 'any numb-nuts being able to take an in-focus, correctly-exposed' images, doesn't really work. Looks like some camera -shake blurring compouding the focus failure. In fact, I can't see anything properly in-focus in your image. Apart from the delightful subject, nothing works in that photo. Focus on the baby's eyes next time, so that they don't look dull and glassy as they do in this image.
Here I am to change the subject once again!
In the days of yore, I had the idea I would like to be a photographer for National Geographic. Traveling the world, rubbing elbows with the people, making friends, sending pictures to the less-traveled folks at home... It was an idea to occupy my mind while we were exchanging hot and heavy metal objects with some Asian natives. At the time I figured someone else would write the articles. Writing was not my thing.
The photography thing never worked out even though I have shot some weddings, portraits, and other stuff. I just never knew how to pursue it professionally. The writing thing, thanks to the internet, has become something of interest. And, I have severely edited several books. Presently working on another. The writing is enjoyable because I think that one day I might just communicate(!)--you know, like really reach someone with a meaningful message.
As for the photography, I lost interest when our kids grew up, and making a buck demanded too much of my attention. With today's cameras any numb-nuts can snap an in-focus, correctly-exposed picture. I find nothing special in that. This puts a lot of people in a position similar to that of other craftsmen like, perhaps, painters and painting: Sure, you can do it yourself, but do you want the hassle? Do you want the expense of all the tools that you will buy only for that one job? Is you hand study enough to draw a straight line?
You get the idea. Quality work is still hard to come by in whatever field.
Here's an endorsement: Recently I had my trusty Nikons refurbed by Kiwi Camera, Winter Park, FL (407-539-2731) I was so happy with the service that I am telling everyone. The Nikons are old friends brought back to life-like-nearly-new. A few small wear marks just enhance the beauty of the tool. Contact Michael. He's the owner and super-tech. Any make of camera, film of any size, or modern electronics, he does it all. Yeah, the modern stuff does break down.
Enough preamble. Here's our baby girl at just a few days plus 3 weeks. Being the proud grandparent that I am, you will have to suffer me this. Beyond that grandparent thing--we all love to show off the kids--I do hope some SO and ex-SO will look this over. There is life after Scientology--lots of it. Don't lose out. Walk away. Keep your desire to help, acknowledge your good will. Invest in something or someone who won't be ripping you off. Family is a good place to start.
Sweet baby, but the baby is out of focus, the whole image is under exposed, lacking contrast and saturation, and the highlights and shadows are blown; so your point about 'any numb-nuts being able to take an in-focus, correctly-exposed' images, doesn't really work. Looks like some camera -shake blurring compouding the focus failure. In fact, I can't see anything properly in-focus in your image. Apart from the delightful subject, nothing works in that photo. Focus on the baby's eyes next time, so that they don't look dull and glassy as they do in this image.
Ted
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Winston Smith
Flunked Scientology
FoTi
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What...or which..... camera did you use to take this picture? A new fangled one or one of your trusty Nikons?
She sure is cute.
Here I am to change the subject once again!
In the days of yore, I had the idea I would like to be a photographer for National Geographic. Traveling the world, rubbing elbows with the people, making friends, sending pictures to the less-traveled folks at home... It was an idea to occupy my mind while we were exchanging hot and heavy metal objects with some Asian natives. At the time I figured someone else would write the articles. Writing was not my thing.
The photography thing never worked out even though I have shot some weddings, portraits, and other stuff. I just never knew how to pursue it professionally. The writing thing, thanks to the internet, has become something of interest. And, I have severely edited several books. Presently working on another. The writing is enjoyable because I think that one day I might just communicate(!)--you know, like really reach someone with a meaningful message.
As for the photography, I lost interest when our kids grew up, and making a buck demanded too much of my attention. With today's cameras any numb-nuts can snap an in-focus, correctly-exposed picture. I find nothing special in that. This puts a lot of people in a position similar to that of other craftsmen like, perhaps, painters and painting: Sure, you can do it yourself, but do you want the hassle? Do you want the expense of all the tools that you will buy only for that one job? Is you hand study enough to draw a straight line?
You get the idea. Quality work is still hard to come by in whatever field.
Here's an endorsement: Recently I had my trusty Nikons refurbed by Kiwi Camera, Winter Park, FL (407-539-2731) I was so happy with the service that I am telling everyone. The Nikons are old friends brought back to life-like-nearly-new. A few small wear marks just enhance the beauty of the tool. Contact Michael. He's the owner and super-tech. Any make of camera, film of any size, or modern electronics, he does it all. Yeah, the modern stuff does break down.
Enough preamble. Here's our baby girl at just a few days plus 3 weeks. Being the proud grandparent that I am, you will have to suffer me this. Beyond that grandparent thing--we all love to show off the kids--I do hope some SO and ex-SO will look this over. There is life after Scientology--lots of it. Don't lose out. Walk away. Keep your desire to help, acknowledge your good will. Invest in something or someone who won't be ripping you off. Family is a good place to start.
What...or which..... camera did you use to take this picture? A new fangled one or one of your trusty Nikons?
She sure is cute.
Ted
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A new-fangled, electronic thing-a-ma-giggie made by Canon.
Yes, she is cute. And like all the babies that have come along in our family, she has her own unique personality.
Life. It's a wonderful thing!
A new-fangled, electronic thing-a-ma-giggie made by Canon.
Yes, she is cute. And like all the babies that have come along in our family, she has her own unique personality.
Life. It's a wonderful thing!
Winston Smith
Flunked Scientology
CarmeloOrchards
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Re: The old days - Aboard the Apollo - 1973
I think my favorite is the one titled, "Freedom"
What do you like about what he says?
The last lecture he gives in this group is the BEST ! ! ! ! !
I think my favorite is the one titled, "Freedom"
What do you like about what he says?
afaceinthecrowd
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Perfectly said, Winnie. Just brightens my whole day just looking at them.
Thanks for sharing them with us, Ted.
Face
Perfectly said, Winnie. Just brightens my whole day just looking at them.
Thanks for sharing them with us, Ted.
Face
Ted
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Thanks, Face. And thank you, Winnie.
I am just testing the waters so to speak before I do any more posting.
Perfectly said, Winnie. Just brightens my whole day just looking at them.
Thanks for sharing them with us, Ted.
Face
Thanks, Face. And thank you, Winnie.
I am just testing the waters so to speak before I do any more posting.
RogerB
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Yes, good sentiments expressed here Ted.
The kid's a winner, really alive and ready to give this world of ours a shake-up Sort of taking after the standard set by grandpa 
And actually, regardless of what some say of the pic, I think it is great . . . the digital things do, what can I say, their thing . . . and it probably picked on the spot with most light to focus on with the rest of the head being slightly out of range.
This obviously was a real close-up, in natural light with no artificial lighting to create any unnatural or arty effects.
To me the result is a very charming pic that is natural, and lovable, with the "fuzz effect" giving it an ethereal feel that elicits a sense of the enormous potential of the child.
Yep! It's the sort of pic a family would love and love to have on a dresser to see each day.
And do you reckon that mouth is showing us the kid is going to have something to say in the world?? You betcha!
R
Here I am to change the subject once again!
In the days of yore, I had the idea I would like to be a photographer for National Geographic. Traveling the world, rubbing elbows with the people, making friends, sending pictures to the less-traveled folks at home... It was an idea to occupy my mind while we were exchanging hot and heavy metal objects with some Asian natives. At the time I figured someone else would write the articles. Writing was not my thing.
The photography thing never worked out even though I have shot some weddings, portraits, and other stuff. I just never knew how to pursue it professionally. The writing thing, thanks to the internet, has become something of interest. And, I have severely edited several books. Presently working on another. The writing is enjoyable because I think that one day I might just communicate(!)--you know, like really reach someone with a meaningful message.
As for the photography, I lost interest when our kids grew up, and making a buck demanded too much of my attention. With today's cameras any numb-nuts can snap an in-focus, correctly-exposed picture. I find nothing special in that. This puts a lot of people in a position similar to that of other craftsmen like, perhaps, painters and painting: Sure, you can do it yourself, but do you want the hassle? Do you want the expense of all the tools that you will buy only for that one job? Is you hand study enough to draw a straight line?
You get the idea. Quality work is still hard to come by in whatever field.
Here's an endorsement: Recently I had my trusty Nikons refurbed by Kiwi Camera, Winter Park, FL (407-539-2731) I was so happy with the service that I am telling everyone. The Nikons are old friends brought back to life-like-nearly-new. A few small wear marks just enhance the beauty of the tool. Contact Michael. He's the owner and super-tech. Any make of camera, film of any size, or modern electronics, he does it all. Yeah, the modern stuff does break down.
Enough preamble. Here's our baby girl at just a few days plus 3 weeks. Being the proud grandparent that I am, you will have to suffer me this. Beyond that grandparent thing--we all love to show off the kids--I do hope some SO and ex-SO will look this over. There is life after Scientology--lots of it. Don't lose out. Walk away. Keep your desire to help, acknowledge your good will. Invest in something or someone who won't be ripping you off. Family is a good place to start.
Yes, good sentiments expressed here Ted.
The kid's a winner, really alive and ready to give this world of ours a shake-up
Sort of taking after the standard set by grandpa And actually, regardless of what some say of the pic, I think it is great . . . the digital things do, what can I say, their thing . . . and it probably picked on the spot with most light to focus on with the rest of the head being slightly out of range.
This obviously was a real close-up, in natural light with no artificial lighting to create any unnatural or arty effects.
To me the result is a very charming pic that is natural, and lovable, with the "fuzz effect" giving it an ethereal feel that elicits a sense of the enormous potential of the child.
Yep! It's the sort of pic a family would love and love to have on a dresser to see each day.
And do you reckon that mouth is showing us the kid is going to have something to say in the world?? You betcha!
R
Ted
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Bingo!
You know your stuff, Rog!
And done intentionally. Low afternoon light through one north-facing window. I have taken a number of very acceptable photographs throughout the years that were done as nothing more than learning/experimenting with the equipment.
The little cutie is featured again today on her mom's blog spot: <http://www.jessicaswatts.com/blog/2011/10/daylin-1-month-personal/
... if anyone is interested.
Yes, good sentiments expressed here Ted.
The kid's a winner, really alive and ready to give this world of ours a shake-up
And actually, regardless of what some say of the pic, I think it is great . . . the digital things do, what can I say, their thing . . . and it probably picked on the spot with most light to focus on with the rest of the head being slightly out of range.
This obviously was a real close-up, in natural light with no artificial lighting to create any unnatural or arty effects.
To me the result is a very charming pic that is natural, and lovable, with the "fuzz effect" giving it an ethereal feel that elicits a sense of the enormous potential of the child.
Yep! It's the sort of pic a family would love and love to have on a dresser to see each day.
And do you reckon that mouth is showing us the kid is going to have something to say in the world?? You betcha!
R
Bingo!
You know your stuff, Rog!
And done intentionally. Low afternoon light through one north-facing window. I have taken a number of very acceptable photographs throughout the years that were done as nothing more than learning/experimenting with the equipment.
The little cutie is featured again today on her mom's blog spot: <http://www.jessicaswatts.com/blog/2011/10/daylin-1-month-personal/
... if anyone is interested.
afaceinthecrowd
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