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Archives for August, 2008

Giant clam: first victim of mankind's overfishing?

Posted by Karl Jones on Sunday, August 31st 2008     

“May represent one of the earliest examples of the over-exploitation of marine organisms by humans.” A new species of giant clam has been discovered in the Red Sea. Fossils suggest that, about 125,000 years ago, the species Tridacna costata accounted for more than 80% of the area’s giant clams. The species may now be critically [...]

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The Life of Buddha – a documentary

Posted by Bonnee Klein Gilligan on Sunday, August 31st 2008     

A well done documentary on the life of Buddha by BBC. Includes historical data, archeological discoveries blended with current practices. A wonderful journey into consciousness. Enjoy! ~Bonnee Klein Gilligan // Share|

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Julian Schnabel’s Scrap Metal

Posted by Karl Jones on Friday, August 29th 2008     

“A victim of the thriving commodities market.” Last April, thieves stole a large metal sculpture (bronze or copper, accounts vary) by Julian Schnabel. Police recently recovered one remaining piece of it — at a scrapyard: It’s worth more than an Academy Award and is a whole lot bigger. But only one-fifth of a $250,000 bronze [...]

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oh life… sweet wondrous life

Posted by Bonnee Klein Gilligan on Friday, August 29th 2008     

~a poem by Bonnee Klein Gilligan So much more then simple words   deep hearted inner sorrow. Say what you will, time will allow   for life speaks not tomorrow. Each breath, each move ignites our soul   and fills our cups with wonder. How we spend this mighty gift   or choose which path [...]

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Maya stone temples found in underground caves

Posted by Karl Jones on Friday, August 29th 2008     

“Archaeologists say the Maya believed the complex of water-filled caves leading into dry chambers was an underground road to a mythical underworld.” Mexican archaeologists have discovered a maze of stone temples in underground caves, some submerged in water and containing human bones. Clad in scuba gear and edging through narrow tunnels, researchers found the stone [...]

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Nanny, Nano, Boo, Boo Food?

Posted by Bonnee Klein Gilligan on Thursday, August 28th 2008     

I’ve been finding a lot of interesting developments with regard to food lately. So thought I’d share them with you… Nano-food, nano-tech? Something new is being added to our table and life called Nano-foods or nano-tech products. What in heavens name is Nano-food? The internet is buzzing with a lot of stories. Reuters (2008, July [...]

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Scott and Zelda: A Sonnet

Posted by James Schwartz on Wednesday, August 27th 2008     

by: James Schwartz To my birthday boy on his twenty eighth On August thirty first two thousand eight I present to you my poetic faith A man of your own ideals: gay or str8. To my longtime muse I present a toast: May your year be of wine, roses and song May your year be [...]

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Rosetta Disk Designed For 2,000 Years Archive

Posted by Karl Jones on Wednesday, August 27th 2008     

Rosetta Project The Disk surface shown here, meant to be a guide to the contents, is etched with a central image of the earth and a message written in eight major world languages: “Languages of the World: This is an archive of over 1,000 human languages assembled in the year 02002 C.E. Magnify 1,000 times [...]

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Jesus 'Vaishnava' – video art

Posted by Bonnee Klein Gilligan on Wednesday, August 27th 2008     

A gorgeous tribute to Jesus and Christ Consciousness created by  K. KRISHNA DAS. Another masterful, sweet work of art.  Enjoy! ~Bonnee Klein Gilligan // Share|

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Amazonian Shaman

Posted by Bonnee Klein Gilligan on Monday, August 25th 2008     

Amazonian Shaman. Pastel  9″ x 12″. Spiritual, esoteric. A highly respected teacher, holy man, psychic, singer and healer. Penetrating, revealing. Original was commissioned.  Giclee prints are available at Spirit Art Gallery. ~Bonnee Klein Gilligan // Share|

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