@Zoe *****

I see that too. I would like to understand what we did (or did not do) years ago that led to today's state of things. Somewhere along the line we need to take corrective action, the proper one. Ignoring it all and hiding one's head in the sand cannot be conducive to much. Knowing and awareness is key. I will keep reading. Peace

@Diana *****

well, am glad for you! Please note, my comment/response was not directed at you or your life endeavours. You asked me why and I gave you my response based on what I believe and do for myself. I watch where society is going, the wars, the inhumanity, and the apathy because I am partially responsible, and I want to understand. Peace.

@Diana *****

why? Because "no man is an island, entire of itself; every man is a piece of the continent, a part of the main. If a clod be washed away by the sea, Europe is the less, as well as if a promontory were, as well as if a manor of they friends`s or of thine own were. Any man`s death diminishes me, because I am involved in mankind. And therefore, never send to know for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for thee"-John Dunne.

Nah, the new guys in charge do this every so many years to remind themselves who the boss is. I still chose to rent, but that's me.

@Jarek ***********

not for long.

@Jarek ***********

yes, I agree, but the news are manifestations or symptoms of a deeper problem. It is imperative to know and understand the causes before we can formulate a mitigating course of action. Burying one's head in the sand of a beach is positively not a conducive approach.

Jack Mc Connoron thanks for the heads up.

@Vinod ********

the majority of people are very friendly and hospitable. I noticed that four decades ago, and have been here for the last 20 yrs. Been inmensely happy on my decision. The problem are the usual suspects, then the newbies who ain't seen nothin' yet. Heaven can very easily turn into a living hell, and all because of distorted views, and very poor judgement. This place is still a paradise. "Know before you go" becomes a reality here.

@Marc *******

sorry, I thought this was going to two different people.

@Bonnie ********

It is not about finding living here grim, am just flabbergasted to see newcomers make superficial judgements.