On Fri, 25 Jan 2002 15:04:23 Jim Elwell wrote: >Marcus writes: > >>Me, looking for magic wands??? That's precisely what I'm NOT >>doing.....Small actions don't accomplish much and take too darn long! > >As far as I can see, expecting metrication to go faster is expecting a >magic wand. I do not believe there is ANY way to metricate the USA other >than the "small actions" you don't think accomplish much. Our goal should >be twofold: (a) continue these small actions to the degree we each can, and >(b) increase our membership so more people are doing these things and so we >can coordinate activities on occasion. > Unfortunately this is the classic "we have to agree to disagree". I can never bring myself to accept such crumb/piecemeal approach to "metrication". And I'm sorry to say that I can't agree with placing the USA in any other different... "status" vis-a-vis other countries. Yes, of course, there are challenges to overcome when it comes to you, guys. However, I'd rather spend my time and effort convincing people that it can be done the *normal* way, just like with everybody else, with a little bit of goodwill, organization, leadership and (yes!) some passion! ;-) ... >If you put in 3 - 4 hours a day, you are doing more than most, and are the >exception to what I have experienced. However, I have a suggestion: spend >one of those weekly metrication hours with your wife, and send the USMA >$0.58 instead (i.e., $30 a year). It will help the USMA be more effective >and will probably please your wife. > He, he... I don't need to do that with my wife, as that would also constitute "preaching to the choir". However, I'm having a particularly hard time convincing her to give up on cups, tablespoons, teaspoons... :-(
As for the money part (again...). It's not money that USMA would require to 'be more effective' IMHO, as you put it, but *fundamental* changes in their approach. Evidently given your opinion on metrication outlined above you must be quite content and happy with how they've been performing, but I (and I'm sure many, many others here share my opinion!) am not! Until such necessary (IMHO) changes take place, or that I'm proven USMA has been 'effective' with regards to **metrication**, my decision stands. ... >In general, this will not affect how I view your opinions on most topics. >However, with respect to USMA activities, I believe that those who pay the >piper call the tunes. >... Fine, but please note that I'm not the only one saying what I've been saying. Some "paying" members are also expressing similar opinions. I'm just adding my humble voice to this crowd. So, if you don't accept my 'calling the tunes' at least please accept it from those who are 'paying the piper'... ;-) Warm regards, Jim. And thanks for your bluntness and kindness. Marcus Is your boss reading your email? ....Probably Keep your messages private by using Lycos Mail. Sign up today at http://mail.lycos.com
