Anybody else catch Tony Blair's speech today. I was very impressed. I found his words very eloquent, moving, and heartfelt. I could really believe in what he was saying and was glad to hear from another country, and how deeply they have been affected as well. I can't help thinking too, how interesting it is that the first "Lord of the Rings" movie opens in theatres this December. Men, dwarves, elves, hobbits...all must come together to defeat Sauron, the dark riders, the twisted grotesque orcs who were once elves, Saruman, who was once good but opens his heart to evil and and betrays those who trusted him. As we embark on this war against terrorism, I can't help seeing how this ultimate battle between good and evil, is mirrored so well in Tolkien's world.
A couple of things Tony Blair said really stood out. One thing in particular was when he said that going to war would be costly, but that to do nothing would be far worse. It has really hit me that despite many hardships this year, I am very grateful for the freedom that we have, and that while the United States is not perfect, this really isn't just about the United States..it involves the whole world...there is nothing that could justify the attack on the World Trade Center...it was an act of pure evil and in no way was it deserved. And no, I do not wish to enlist, which is somewhat of a moot point anyway as I have had suich poor health this year, and I will sit in my living room and drink a martini and will be glad for the freedom and the beauty that I have been able to find in life, and be thankful for all the beauty that is yet to come. Stephen and Kakki, thanks so much for relaying your experience with Joni. I found it very moving and was really glad you were able to connect with her. I miss you both! Victor in Athens Victor Johnson http://www.cdbaby.com/victorjohnson "Velveteen rabbits and moonbeams, Come when you lay down your head. While you are sleeping, they kiss you and tell you, That you are the reason the sun lights the sky." Scarlet-V. Johnson
