To bring this thread to a fruitful and productive end, here are some suggestions that take into account the several opinions expressed. ADOPT an unwritten rule: All Goanetters should post AT LEAST once a month on topics of common interests.Veteran Goanetters should limit their post to only one a day.Thus Goanet is not a one-way street. I am currently reading an article about Florence on the verge of Renaissance. And in many ways, Goa and Goans all over needs a modern day renaissance (rebirth). Everyone in Florence of the 15th century was eager to work. Idleness was despised. The whole society had an energetic spirit. The average worker had their professional guild (trade union) that gave them pride in their work. The folks worked hard and undertook many small things like enjoying (and supporting) life, nature, animals, gardens, dressing-up, supporting the artists, - musicians, theater, actors, painters, sculptors. Decorating one's own home is a great satisfaction; with bringing the outdoors into one's home; and in the process having a ripple effect on the economy of society. The person of the Renaissance is described as "a thinker (not just critique and finger-pointing), an artist, an investigator, person of learning and person of action. They lived a dozen lives in one." Regards, GL
