What's Important?

As an old man with no job and an excess of time, I have way too much time to think -- and to read. This article set me off. Can you believe the amount of garbage on Mt. Everest? You would think that the outdoor adventurers would have more concern for natural beauty. It reminds me of the old commercial of an indian crying beside a polluted river. That was a "public service" message. I guess it wasn't a good one. :-(

I also got to thinking about the "production race." France has a 35-hour work week. That short week is now being used as evidence that the GNP is harmed by allowing parents and family to spend more time together. Perhaps that is true. I, however, suspect life is about more than how much can be produced, at least, for the individual. I'm afraid "individual" welfare has been sacrificed in favor of corporate output and the stock market. Is money that much more important than happiness? Or, perhaps Money is Happiness!!

I must be caught up in the race. I've spent the last several days trying to sell 25-year old pictures. I have submitted story ideas to some magazines and am trying to get releases from several motocross legends to use their images in a money-making scheme. It wasn't until I was nearly ready to publish that I realized the individuals own a right to my images. Bummer! :-(

I sent this image to Gary Semics on his birthday and hope he will reciprocate with a signed release, allowing me to use it in a calendar. :-)

The rainy Memorial Day Weekend has turned into a nice weekend. Jane is outside, enjoying her gardens and having fun in the sun. The lake is packed with boaters. Guess I'll sit on my back porch and enjoy the day.

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