Introduction
What to expect39 total reviews
Comment from JW
This intro is well written and it will be interesting to see how the concept is transformed. Many of the concepts within John Lennon's Imagine was implemented within the purest form of Communism - which, as one knows to well - failed because of mankind's uncontrolled greed.
This makes one wonder if, what sounds good in theory, would actually work in reality?
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2011
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This intro is well written and it will be interesting to see how the concept is transformed. Many of the concepts within John Lennon's Imagine was implemented within the purest form of Communism - which, as one knows to well - failed because of mankind's uncontrolled greed.
This makes one wonder if, what sounds good in theory, would actually work in reality?
Comment Written 30-Apr-2011
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2011
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One of the future chapters will describe how to eliminate money...No money - no greed...John
Comment from Kingsland
Only those that seek self identity, will receive it. Expression of knowledge comes in the seeker of such. I know, is a self defeating term. I know not puts you ahead of any spot. For there is no end to knowledge. There is no road block, but the blocks and walls we erect for ourselves. We create what we will. We will what we create. There is only thought, for thought is life. I enjoyed reading and writing this response for your excellent article... John
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2011
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Only those that seek self identity, will receive it. Expression of knowledge comes in the seeker of such. I know, is a self defeating term. I know not puts you ahead of any spot. For there is no end to knowledge. There is no road block, but the blocks and walls we erect for ourselves. We create what we will. We will what we create. There is only thought, for thought is life. I enjoyed reading and writing this response for your excellent article... John
Comment Written 30-Apr-2011
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2011
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I already have rewritten this five or six times. The next chapter will probably have to mirror the same effort. It will take time, but I know it can come true. Thanks for your words...John
Comment from Writingfundimension
Hi, cogitator. I am excited by your proposed book and I will happily read your shared ideas. What you are attempting to do is a herculean feat, my friend. Like you, I've been at this for about the same length of time and the more I know the farther away the need - or ability - to put it into words. Some experiences remain too sublime. Still, we learn most readily from the written word, so I applaud you taking on this effort. Good luck with the journey. Best wishes, Bev
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2011
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Hi, cogitator. I am excited by your proposed book and I will happily read your shared ideas. What you are attempting to do is a herculean feat, my friend. Like you, I've been at this for about the same length of time and the more I know the farther away the need - or ability - to put it into words. Some experiences remain too sublime. Still, we learn most readily from the written word, so I applaud you taking on this effort. Good luck with the journey. Best wishes, Bev
Comment Written 30-Apr-2011
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2011
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I already have rewritten this five or six times. The next chapter will probably have to mirror the same effort. It will take time, but I know it can come true. Thanks for your words...John
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You are most welcome, John. As I say, I admire your desire to get this very important information to as many folks as possible.
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One person will not make it hapen, but I am certainly not alone. Many of my future additions will provide links to sites that are far more detailed than this...John
Comment from anabellapongasi
This is very well written. A very good introduction to your book, filled with plenty of food for thought, very interesting and intriguing concepts.
I like the quote: "Imagination is more important than knowledge." Good luck with your book.
Anabella
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2011
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This is very well written. A very good introduction to your book, filled with plenty of food for thought, very interesting and intriguing concepts.
I like the quote: "Imagination is more important than knowledge." Good luck with your book.
Anabella
Comment Written 30-Apr-2011
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2011
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I hope you can enjoy the development. Thanks for the encouragement...John
Comment from judy corcoran
Ego craves for humanity...
Ego worries about the grave ...
It doesn't get Infinity ...
Has no clue of Eternity ...
Tries to create Identity ...
Only Past dies, that's a promise ...
wonderful words john
i wish you luck with the writing of this concept - this explanation of the 'new level of maturity in mental development... awakening' - which is almost impossible, if not totally impossible, to explain to anyone who hasn't experienced it
and hopefully i will have the time to follow the development of your book
love to you
judy
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2011
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Ego craves for humanity...
Ego worries about the grave ...
It doesn't get Infinity ...
Has no clue of Eternity ...
Tries to create Identity ...
Only Past dies, that's a promise ...
wonderful words john
i wish you luck with the writing of this concept - this explanation of the 'new level of maturity in mental development... awakening' - which is almost impossible, if not totally impossible, to explain to anyone who hasn't experienced it
and hopefully i will have the time to follow the development of your book
love to you
judy
Comment Written 30-Apr-2011
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2011
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I appreciate you comments and your encouragement. More to come....John
Comment from AprilShower
Hi, Cogitator.
Is this Commentary and Philosophy what you're talking about or is there also a novel you're writing? I would hate to imagine there's no Heaven. Through no fault of our own many of us are born into horrible lives. Some of us die horrible deaths at a very young age. If there is no Heaven, what hope do we have? John Lennon once stated that the Beetles were more popular than Jesus Christ or something to that affect and a DJ made a big deal over his statement. Yes, we are all connected, but my novel is not about New Age it is about trying to live as Christ taught us. In order to do this, we have to be mindful that we are not the ones in control and we cannot judge one another, for we have not walked in another's shoes. We are not gods and material things are not our gods. Let me know if this is the book you're talking about and I'll follow along, too. April
reply by the author on 28-Apr-2011
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Hi, Cogitator.
Is this Commentary and Philosophy what you're talking about or is there also a novel you're writing? I would hate to imagine there's no Heaven. Through no fault of our own many of us are born into horrible lives. Some of us die horrible deaths at a very young age. If there is no Heaven, what hope do we have? John Lennon once stated that the Beetles were more popular than Jesus Christ or something to that affect and a DJ made a big deal over his statement. Yes, we are all connected, but my novel is not about New Age it is about trying to live as Christ taught us. In order to do this, we have to be mindful that we are not the ones in control and we cannot judge one another, for we have not walked in another's shoes. We are not gods and material things are not our gods. Let me know if this is the book you're talking about and I'll follow along, too. April
Comment Written 28-Apr-2011
reply by the author on 28-Apr-2011
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What this book is attempting to do is have more people understand that we indeed are all connected within God. Jesus' works, teaching and sacrifice proves to me that he knew that...John
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Then, this is the book you mentioned. Right? April
Comment from shebecd
I believe your message is clear, although it is complicated. More for the intellectual, not for the person who doesn't enjoy deep thought. I liked it and believe your message needs to be shared. shebecd
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2011
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I believe your message is clear, although it is complicated. More for the intellectual, not for the person who doesn't enjoy deep thought. I liked it and believe your message needs to be shared. shebecd
Comment Written 27-Apr-2011
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2011
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Thank you. I think my target audience is those who have already identified a need to grow. There are leaders and followers in life. If some leaders can develop, we are headed in the right direction. My future chapters will identify dozens, if not hundreds of sites that support the same thoughts...John
Comment from samandlancelot
John,
I do believe there is more of our minds available to us than what we use. Although we all will be one when God transforms the world, we will be one with Him. On our way there, to have a relationship with God is better than anything we can do to improve ourselves. He'll change us and make us better, but not the way we would choose.
This writing seems important to you, so I know it's important to God. I lift your effort up to Him. I ask Him to give you the knowledge and understanding to reach the ending He has planned for you in this writing.
My epiphany happened on February 5, 1982. One of the days in life that cannot be forgotten. I had been sent to California for a four week training class with Informatics, Inc, creators of Mark 4 and Mark 5. The first week was five days of Counselor Selling from Wilson Learning. The fifth day was the day. From what I learned in that class, I learned all about my own self and how I related to life. The weekend was spent driving up and down the California coast in tears in realizing how ignorant I had been. We're all connected! Everything is connected! (I was a little lost in this paragraph. I didn't get a sense of what the training sessions were about. Perhaps you might want to either add more of an explanation here or in your author notes. What is Mark 4 & Mark 5? What is counselor selling?
but is useless for those (who) don't know enough to care.
Patricia
reply by the author on 26-Apr-2011
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John,
I do believe there is more of our minds available to us than what we use. Although we all will be one when God transforms the world, we will be one with Him. On our way there, to have a relationship with God is better than anything we can do to improve ourselves. He'll change us and make us better, but not the way we would choose.
This writing seems important to you, so I know it's important to God. I lift your effort up to Him. I ask Him to give you the knowledge and understanding to reach the ending He has planned for you in this writing.
My epiphany happened on February 5, 1982. One of the days in life that cannot be forgotten. I had been sent to California for a four week training class with Informatics, Inc, creators of Mark 4 and Mark 5. The first week was five days of Counselor Selling from Wilson Learning. The fifth day was the day. From what I learned in that class, I learned all about my own self and how I related to life. The weekend was spent driving up and down the California coast in tears in realizing how ignorant I had been. We're all connected! Everything is connected! (I was a little lost in this paragraph. I didn't get a sense of what the training sessions were about. Perhaps you might want to either add more of an explanation here or in your author notes. What is Mark 4 & Mark 5? What is counselor selling?
but is useless for those (who) don't know enough to care.
Patricia
Comment Written 25-Apr-2011
reply by the author on 26-Apr-2011
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I know my work is still spotty. Thanks for the help. First edit underway...John
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I posted my picture on my profile, in case you're interested...John
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Nice picture, John.
Comment from IndianaIrish
Hello John. I like your introduction to the book you plan to share with us. I'm glad you included the lyrics to "Imagine" since it sounds like it's the foundation to what's to come. I guess the only thing I'd like to comment on is your mentioning Mark 4 and Mark 5 and not explaining at all what those are. I look forward to more.
Indy :>)
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2011
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Hello John. I like your introduction to the book you plan to share with us. I'm glad you included the lyrics to "Imagine" since it sounds like it's the foundation to what's to come. I guess the only thing I'd like to comment on is your mentioning Mark 4 and Mark 5 and not explaining at all what those are. I look forward to more.
Indy :>)
Comment Written 25-Apr-2011
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2011
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Mark 4 and 5 were specialized computer languages. I will explain. My first chapter just posted. Thanks...John
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I posted my picture on my profile, in case you're interested...John
Comment from Paula Andrea Pyle
Beelzebub loves to judge in order to make himself useful and valuable. Unfortunately, he has limited senses to work with, namely the five physical senses. Our Common Sense is our spiritual judge which is never wrong. Beelzebub is wrong often. We have a choice of following either judge's decision.
True and revelatory.
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2011
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Beelzebub loves to judge in order to make himself useful and valuable. Unfortunately, he has limited senses to work with, namely the five physical senses. Our Common Sense is our spiritual judge which is never wrong. Beelzebub is wrong often. We have a choice of following either judge's decision.
True and revelatory.
Comment Written 25-Apr-2011
reply by the author on 25-Apr-2011
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My first chapter just posted. Thanks...John
