Backyard

What positive events have taken place in your life over the past year? Too many, to mention them here, to be true blue. Three new Lessons learnt per day times 7 days means 21 lessons per week times 52. Starting to learn that some common phrases are completely wrong: One is you can‘t teach an old dog any lesson. As a dog lover since I can think id est read and write, I thought an old man of 75 starts getting rusty. However, with my Outrigger Mates at the Gold Coast and two excellent coaches I came to the conclusion at present: Diamonds and rust, what a great combination. Visited the man‘s shed today in Burleigh, and will continue to explore my backyard from South Brisbane to Ballina and Byron Shire. Linked Curious about a Life in Retirement in a Blue Zone Area? Keep coming back, any time. Australia Unmasked on SBS On Demand Linked Feeling the Blues today, what a beautiful day in Burleigh at the Gold Coast in Queensland in OZ. Linked Listen to Jim Croce Linked Best Pest Control ever today at 7am | Credit phb Contact Pest Control really worth the bucks | Credit phb Bargain to buy | Credit phb

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Lesen

What is one thing you would change about yourself? Now?Timelines and more like Bilderbogen Bert Brecht Born into the houses and farms of two farmers and teachers in Holstein (Landkreis RD) I finally gave up teaching. Why? Good question, indeed. What means Brainrot? Teaching does not work, and most students around the globe either love or hate their teachers. Why? Good question, indeed. Read about #brainrot and more! Just writing my #eBook on Brainrot and Potatoes and Famines and Crops and Culture and Wars and more. The Teacher | Keyrings | #phb The Impact of "Brainrot" on Communication and Cognitive Gaps In recent years, the term "brainrot" has emerged as a popular way to describe the mental fatigue and cognitive decline associated with excessive consumption of low-quality, repetitive digital content A. This phenomenon, often linked to the rise of social media and short-form content platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels, has significant implications for communication and cognitive gaps. Understanding Brainrot "Brainrot" refers to the mental fog and reduced attention span that result from prolonged exposure to trivial or unstimulating media A. It's characterized by a sense of being mentally drained or dulled after hours of scrolling through social media, binge-watching shows, or engaging with material that doesn't challenge or stimulate the mind A. This state of mental saturation can lead to difficulty concentrating, reduced productivity, and a sense of dissatisfaction or…

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Dec in QLD

Christmas for my Brazilian Family is quite different from my North German Background.The Four Sisters Maria Ines is very proud to have her four daughters here with us at the Gold Coast: They meet more or less every day and Saturday is reserved for coffee outside the house. Check out Casa Da Vovo Burleigh & the Brazilian Community at the Gold Coast. Her Facebook Account with photos and infos, about her bilingual Stand Alone Child Care. Linked Updated on Wed 27 Nov 2024. The Four Sisters | Maria Ines and phb Maria Ines at Byron Bay | Credit phb Heimathafen Husum | Credit phb | Byron Bay with my wife Maria Ines Just listening to Freedom written by Angela Merkel, which was published in English today as well. Audiobook on Audible included in my monthly credits for only 10 Euro. Find this very impressive and believe, the media frenzy in Germany are all missing out on the relevant parts of this book: Authentic, honest, clear, no hybris at all. Down to earth, VW beetle and country life at its best. Two parts, life before and after becoming chancellor of Germany. 1989 Angela was 35 years old, now she is 70 years old. Goethe in Weimar | Credit phb Angela Merkel in einer Goethe Schule in Templin. „Wer schreibt die Geschichte einer Kanzlerin wirklich?“, fragt Anne Will zum Schluss. Kinder von Lehrern…

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Trump

I am not so much interested who wins the US elections in 2024, but rather why people there vote Trump at all. In any Democracy the Majority of the population (The People) vote the Government they deserve. USA Electorate and Popular Votes The Blue Wall States Is the Blue Wall going to hold? I find the discourse and comments on the US elections 2024 very interesting, for various reasons. What is Democracy? Democracy is coming to the USA (Leonard Cohen) Music Is The Language What are the expectations? Why this Hype before and trend analysis? My vote would be Kamala Harris, but one vote in millios of votes does not count at all. Only the total numbers are of any relevance counted in per cent. Not voting is a vote: Like I had no time or would not know who to vote for. Voting in Australia is compulsory, Pflicht , for many good reasons: The more votes the clearer the popular view. like 100 % have voted and 52 voted for Trump and 48 for Harris: This would be a very clear popular vote. This does not mean, 48 % of the voters would be happy, but they would accept they lost. The majority is not always rigt. Only the Ocean is right, always right. So why would people vote for Trump at all? What are Swing States? I would contact…

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Friends

Communist Regimes have abused terms like Friends: You were supposed to greet total strangers with Freundschaft.George Orwell He was so upset about Stalin and Communism, that he wrote Animal Farm, one of the most successful books ever written. In many schools around the globe, students learn about rebellion and what - all too often - happens next! All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others. Back to reading and writing and life skills: Have you ever been disappointed by a very good friend you believed you would love for ever? What means dis - illusioned? End of being deceived. Das Ende einer Täuschung = Enttäuschung. Sometimes you learn a lot reading poems or songs. Kindly yours from the Gold Coast in Queensland on a late Friday afternoon, now 17:11 And the sun is going down. Time for a sundowner with my friends. Are they friends? Real friends? Love them while it lasts. Street Art at Penang | Credit phb Fragebogen von Max Frisch zum Thema Freundschaft Fragebogen für Männer und Frauen? Halten Sie sich für einen guten Freund? Was empfinden Sie als Verrat: wenn der andere es tut? wenn Sie es tun? Wie viele Freunde haben sie zur Zeit? Halten Sie die Dauer einer Freundschaft (Unverbrüchlichkeit) für ein Wertmass der Freundschaft? Was würden Sie einem Freund nicht verzeihen: Doppelzüngigkeit? dass er Ihnen eine Frau/einen Mann ausspannt? dass…

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Myself

What have you been working on? As I am retired, I have time now to work on everything I have not been able to do before. I can read and study and take notes and write for myself. All this with a target: Experience Life as much as you can and be adventurous as well. A bit if courage and outside the box and my bubble. Getting to know myself as much as I can. And appreciate sincere and honest feedback. Not more, but not less either. Hamburg 2024 | Credit phb Banksy as seen in Hamburg | Credit phb Screenshot & Stopover in Vietnam in Da Nang | Excellent Choice ~ phb Street Art in George Town Penang | Credit phb Screenshot | Back home now | Credit phb

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Principles

What principles define how you live? There are no strict rules or principles for myself, rather a free spirit … But I do believe in Education and trying to learn until you drop dead. Learning curves are as endless as the Universe. In the mornings after a shave, I look into the mirror and ask the image I see reflected: Is this still you? Trying to understand yourself as much as possible. Born to be free at last. Getting to know yourself by adventure. Background: Shakespeare, Goethe, Hesse …and a few more like Johnson and Brecht. Addicted to coffee | Credit phb Da Nang Vietnam at present | Credit phb Screenshot Mon 14 Oct 2024 at Ho Chi Minh Airport | Credit phb Credit phb 08:26 Mon 14 Oct 2024 local time | Credit phb Back at home on Tue after midnight by Shuttle Bus | Credit phb With my best wishes and kind greetings Peter H Bloecker Linked Updated Mon 14 Oct 2024

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Brat

The Cognitive Gap or Leap: Historically, brat carried negative connotations, describing children who were unruly or spoiled. However, as societal views on self-expression and nonconformity shifted, the term began to acquire a more positive spin, especially within music and fashion circles. (Quoted) This post was written by Kel on Aussie Idioms - Today the changing meaning of BRAT and naughty Children and a Brat Pack. You might wish to follow Kel and his posts on Aussie Slang. OZWORD OF THE DAY: "Brat"I keep running into ‘brat’ as the trendiest word of the moment. The hyper-hip online Urban Dictionary seems to define it in negative terms. According to the Urban Dictionary being a ‘brat’ means being ‘submissive.’ That doesn’t sound like a good thing, does it? Here’s what their definition says (and, yes, this is supposed to be a English sentence)— ‘brat’ means ‘A submissive that likes to push their dom’s buttons on purpose hoping that they’ll punish them.’ Clearly that is a definition that itself requires a bit of defining. Apparently a ‘dom’ is a ‘dominant’ partner, and ‘punish’ in that definition means ‘to have sex.’ But it still sounds as though (for Gen Z and other infants) this is a good thing to be, since the word is now ubiquitous. Dictionary.com takes a totally different line from the Urban Dictionary and says that: ‘In modern pop culture, the word brat refers to someone who is confidently rebellious, unapologetically bold, and…

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Hoi An

One Day in Hoi AnVietnam All day visit of the old town centre of Hoi An from Da Nang, about 35 km away (one way). There are hundreds of tourist shops along the river, however reaching the Local Market Area after a brief walk, I found the places where the locals meet and buy there food and shoes and more: Again: One picture tells more than 1000 words. Credit phb Credit phb Credit phb Bamboo Roots | Credit phb Credit phb Silk Tailor | Credit phb Very good Shop | Credit phb Second Floor of Tailor Shop | Credit phb River | Credit phb Map | Credit phb Credit phb Credit phb Credit phb Credit phb Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Vietnam, is renowned for its well-preserved ancient town that dates back to the 15th century. This charming town is a cultural melting pot, reflecting its historic role as a trading port. The narrow streets are lined with beautifully preserved architecture, showcasing influences from Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese, and European styles. Cultural highlights include the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge, traditional wooden houses, and vibrant temples like the Quan Cong Temple. The town is also famous for its colorful lanterns, traditional crafts, and bustling night market. Hoi An's rich heritage is not only in its buildings but also in its vibrant traditions, festivals, and culinary delights. The town is known…

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Da Nang

Museum Da Nang The Cham People Cham Museum Da Nang | Credit phb Credit phb Dancing | Credit phb Weaving Credit phb Da Nang Cham Museum | Credit phb Read about the Cham People and their history and culture Linked Screenshot —-+++—- Second Round in Da Nang near Beaches: French Style Pain | Credit phb Bread & Butter | Credit phb https://videopress.com/v/8ilkbsTo?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true Credit phb https://videopress.com/v/S2hZjlQ8?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true Credit phb Credit phb Credit phb Credit phb Credit phb —-+++—- First Fine Art Museum on my First Day here: & then the Street Market at Da Nang in Vietnam. As of 2024, the population of Da Nang, Vietnam is estimated to be around 1,253,230⁷. This vibrant city is known for its beautiful beaches, historical sites, and as a major port city in central Vietnam. As of 2024, the population of Hanoi, Vietnam is estimated to be around 8.59 million¹³. This bustling capital city is known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and beautiful architecture. As of 2024, the population of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is estimated to be around 9.57 million¹². This dynamic city, also known as Saigon, is the largest in Vietnam and is renowned for its vibrant street life, historical landmarks, and bustling economy. Vietnam is still a communist country. It is one of the few remaining one-party communist states in the world, alongside China, North Korea, Laos, and Cuba¹². The Communist…

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