Peter Hulbert : A Week Of Reflection: 19th November 2016
24th November 2016
Its been a very event full week to say the best, in fact if ever there was a week where many things happened except the ones that you planned for, this was it. As many people know, most of my quality friends come from overseas and they are all irreplaceable for so many reasons but while each and every one has there own culture, character and charm, they all share morals that are without question and would shame people in my country who claim to be friends.
Well, I suppose you want at this point to know what did go right........or wrong depending upon your attitude. In truth, nothing went right this week and everything got delayed because of the things that went wrong. However, delays are part of life and so are the events that we never planned for. There is a wonderful motto as used by the English desert rats in WW11 which is "Expect the unexpected" although quite how you expect the unexpected is beyond me but I do take the sentiment and understand the message it offers.
My week started by a call from my dearest and most loyal friend from a country far far away whom had an accident and fractured there ankle and whilst it was not a full blown break, these things are so painful in so many ways and cause so much inconvenience to ones daily life, the knock on affect was to tumble down the line and cause myself much concern in so many ways. However, as is the nature of the beast, a one legged friend is a thousand times better than the two legged back stabbers I have in abundance here in my world and life and despite the pain, they found the strength to continue albeit in a slower form.
As the festive season has kicked in here in the UK, my week of post office parcels and deliveries has been many and the excitement of opening what almost always turns out to be something boring and less exciting as one expected gets me through the days and weeks sometimes. I am planning to visit my City next week to view the Christmas lights and atmosphere in all it's splendour and as usual, I suspect will end up in some bar with my daughter having a beer and burger.
I will thank you for your support in reading the daily life as boring as it is but hey ho, it's sometimes better to read about my life than worry about your own.
Tuesday 22 November 2016
Monday 21 November 2016
Floods Of Sheffield In November 2016
21st November 2016
The Buzz word for today is "Wow". We were told that flooding only takes place every 400 years in Sheffield but once again, there is a slight mis-calculation of about 390 years as the place is suffering high river water levels and road flooding in many places in the City with major problems with both traffic and even to the point that the Supertram has been affected.
Below are a few short videos from the last time we suffered this fate in Sheffield and fortunately accidents and injuries were down to a minimum but sadly one very young boy playing by a river in millhouses park was washed away and drown.
The building to the left & right in this picture was made famous by Mr Tony Blair who suggested that Forgemasters (the buildings in reference) were being conned by Iraq who were in fact making the worlds biggest guns and placed an order with Forgemasters for Gas pipes to which Mr Blair said was huge gun barrels and thus resulted in the Iraq war. The result being many lost lives and injuries, instability in the Middle East and Islamic fractions world wide turning toward terror.
As you will see by the depth of the water levels on Brightside lane Sheffield, the water reached over the top of car roofs and many were simply washed away. From my own memories, I always remember the air sea rescue helicopter lifting people out of a flooding building in Sheffield, not an everyday event for my City.
The Buzz word for today is "Wow". We were told that flooding only takes place every 400 years in Sheffield but once again, there is a slight mis-calculation of about 390 years as the place is suffering high river water levels and road flooding in many places in the City with major problems with both traffic and even to the point that the Supertram has been affected.
Below are a few short videos from the last time we suffered this fate in Sheffield and fortunately accidents and injuries were down to a minimum but sadly one very young boy playing by a river in millhouses park was washed away and drown.
The building to the left & right in this picture was made famous by Mr Tony Blair who suggested that Forgemasters (the buildings in reference) were being conned by Iraq who were in fact making the worlds biggest guns and placed an order with Forgemasters for Gas pipes to which Mr Blair said was huge gun barrels and thus resulted in the Iraq war. The result being many lost lives and injuries, instability in the Middle East and Islamic fractions world wide turning toward terror.
As you will see by the depth of the water levels on Brightside lane Sheffield, the water reached over the top of car roofs and many were simply washed away. From my own memories, I always remember the air sea rescue helicopter lifting people out of a flooding building in Sheffield, not an everyday event for my City.
Friday 18 November 2016
Congratulations !!
18th November 2016
My second dedication is in memory for my friends family whom I know was there in a spiritual way to watch over the whole process and send a message of hope from where they are today.
I want to dedicate this post to a very dear friend of mine from a place far away right now but to whom will be on our shores very soon.
This person to whom I have decided to protect there identity until they allow permission to use there name and details has climbed the biggest mountain ever over the last few years but in particular 2016 which has seen my friend battle every obstacle ever and overcome tragedy and adversity on a grand scale, only to keep picking themselves up on each and every occasion and carry on through to the finish line.
My friend had a dream of becoming a Doctor from a very early age and whilst it has yet to be confirmed, that day came today and the reward for such dedication is something I'm truly proud to share with everyone I know. My friend spent some 6 months in reviser school after studying for 4 years and over the last 6 months has had exam after exam and despite holding a job and long distance travel to and from to work & school, somehow found the strength to keep going and see it through. Amongst many prestigious positions of responsibility held along the way, the one memorable one to myself which I was so proud of was the President of the student Union.
When I reflect back over the last year especially, I remember so many down moments and so few up ones but it's not the struggle that I remember today but the moment of joy which came today and the reward for all that dedication will be success on a grad scale.
I want to show my gratitude to my friend for all the pain and suffering and dedicate a song for them to hopefully enjoy and see the meaning and intent of such a powerful tune:
My second dedication is in memory for my friends family whom I know was there in a spiritual way to watch over the whole process and send a message of hope from where they are today.
Wednesday 16 November 2016
Wednesday 9 November 2016
The USA Presidential Elections 2016
9th November 2016
15th November 2016
Today (Tuesday) was a bit of a long haul as there was little to do and as such the day simply drags by. However, to flash through my day would at least be fair to share it with you.
It started out rather a mild day with broken cloud and occasional bright spells of sun light and as it was at least dry, a walk was the order of the day. I am as I have mentioned on many occasions rather a lucky person in that my local park is a very urban affair, surrounded by trees and wide open spaces with a small lake with fishing platforms on for anglers and cutting right through the park from one end to the other is a stream to which my daughter used to catch stickleback in some 18 years ago.
Oh how the years fly bye as she is now planning for her wedding day in the distant future. Im so proud that she has her own home and truley lovely partner and it's quite a rare thing today to see people so happy and despite the struggle of life, the one thing that is very noticable is that they are truly happy with each others company which to me, is really important.
My good friend will be wakening up in a few short hours and they have two more days of study before the big day that they worked so hard for and will result in a highly qualified position of responsibility to which they truly deserve.
I have been reading many news items today in regards to BREXIT to which some are frankly disgusting and should be treated with contempt. This country have a vote, it was a very simple vote of Yes - No. Yes to stay in Europe or No to Europe and leave. Im sick and tired of high profile politicians bleating on and suggesting we are stupid and conned. I am not stupid and was not conned. I know what "In or Out" means and I voted out as did the majority of this country, so why do those who do not respect democracy recognise what we the people voted for and realise it is they and not us who are stuipd and don't get it. We don't give a toss what the deal is or was, we want out.
Wow, who would have bet on the result of Donald Trump entering the Whitehouse except to apply for planning permission to turn it into another Trump Tower. Well in truth, many of us saw it coming and it was clear to see. It is the same ethos of the BREXIT syndrome, the simple truth is people voted for change, even non specified change such as Brexit. We don't need it spelling out, it plain and simple that across the world, the people and masses are tired of what's happening in their lives and want change. We want peace, we want corruption to end, we want fairness and we want to enjoy our lives together. I can't speak for Trump but what I can say is it is a clear signal to the world that people in the USA want change. I can't speak for my Government but once again, the majority voted for change. Stop calling us stupid, we are not stupid, but stupid people are calling us stupid.
I would like to wish Mr D Trump every success with his appointment and lets all pray that this a another opportunity to cold water on any talks of war and that the whole world can learn to get along together and share our space on the planet in peace.
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14th November 2016
Today is a bit of a weird one in as much as that the whole world is excited about the phenomena which is taking place right now in our skies, "The Super Moon". We have not been so lucky here in the UK as it's a little cloudy outside, although for about 10-15 minuets, there was a break in the cloud enabling me to see what is something quite weird. If we are to believe the experts, it will be over 50 years to the next one and I suspect I will miss it.
My weekend passed without drama and whilst I was invited out to my Daughters for Sunday lunch, I was pleasantly surprised at the wonderful detail and quality of the meal, to which I truly enjoyed. My daughter and her partner made a 1st class lamb hot pot to which was truly a delight.
I'm routing for someone very special this week who is feeling so alone while studying for the final event and exam on Friday to which I am fully confident they will pass which is their PHD exam and will grant them the privilege and status of Doctor from Friday and has made me so proud and honoured to be a part of. I have never witnessed someone go through so much hard and testing times and come through to be stronger and display such qualities that would put so many to shame.
There are many good things planned for the week ahead and in order not to bore or create a lack of interest, I have decided to keep this posting short so as to provide some better updates as the week goes by.
I want to thank you all for your support on the twitter account and facebook as well as the google + which seems to offer you all a smile at the jokes and pictures.
________________________________________________________________________________Today is a bit of a weird one in as much as that the whole world is excited about the phenomena which is taking place right now in our skies, "The Super Moon". We have not been so lucky here in the UK as it's a little cloudy outside, although for about 10-15 minuets, there was a break in the cloud enabling me to see what is something quite weird. If we are to believe the experts, it will be over 50 years to the next one and I suspect I will miss it.
My weekend passed without drama and whilst I was invited out to my Daughters for Sunday lunch, I was pleasantly surprised at the wonderful detail and quality of the meal, to which I truly enjoyed. My daughter and her partner made a 1st class lamb hot pot to which was truly a delight.
I'm routing for someone very special this week who is feeling so alone while studying for the final event and exam on Friday to which I am fully confident they will pass which is their PHD exam and will grant them the privilege and status of Doctor from Friday and has made me so proud and honoured to be a part of. I have never witnessed someone go through so much hard and testing times and come through to be stronger and display such qualities that would put so many to shame.
There are many good things planned for the week ahead and in order not to bore or create a lack of interest, I have decided to keep this posting short so as to provide some better updates as the week goes by.
I want to thank you all for your support on the twitter account and facebook as well as the google + which seems to offer you all a smile at the jokes and pictures.
15th November 2016
Today (Tuesday) was a bit of a long haul as there was little to do and as such the day simply drags by. However, to flash through my day would at least be fair to share it with you.
It started out rather a mild day with broken cloud and occasional bright spells of sun light and as it was at least dry, a walk was the order of the day. I am as I have mentioned on many occasions rather a lucky person in that my local park is a very urban affair, surrounded by trees and wide open spaces with a small lake with fishing platforms on for anglers and cutting right through the park from one end to the other is a stream to which my daughter used to catch stickleback in some 18 years ago.
Oh how the years fly bye as she is now planning for her wedding day in the distant future. Im so proud that she has her own home and truley lovely partner and it's quite a rare thing today to see people so happy and despite the struggle of life, the one thing that is very noticable is that they are truly happy with each others company which to me, is really important.
My good friend will be wakening up in a few short hours and they have two more days of study before the big day that they worked so hard for and will result in a highly qualified position of responsibility to which they truly deserve.
I have been reading many news items today in regards to BREXIT to which some are frankly disgusting and should be treated with contempt. This country have a vote, it was a very simple vote of Yes - No. Yes to stay in Europe or No to Europe and leave. Im sick and tired of high profile politicians bleating on and suggesting we are stupid and conned. I am not stupid and was not conned. I know what "In or Out" means and I voted out as did the majority of this country, so why do those who do not respect democracy recognise what we the people voted for and realise it is they and not us who are stuipd and don't get it. We don't give a toss what the deal is or was, we want out.
Wednesday 2 November 2016
Yoga Nidra - Meditation
3rd November 2016
I would like to introduce to the people who suffer with relaxation and sleep problems a video to which a great friend of mine sent to me and I feel it was such a great gift that I feel duty bound to share it with all of you.
The video will not play with your mind or change your personality etc, it may not even be of any help at all, but what I would say is do not knock it until you try it and as it is totally free, I would ask you to simply relax and hopefully enjoy.
I would like to say a huge thank you to my dear friend "Alick" for sending me this. In a world full of stress and frustration, it is nice to simply clear the mish mash in our heads and calm down to a relaxing place where we enjoy a good nights sleep and rest.
7th November 2016
Its been quite a change of climate more than anything in the last few days, the first real taste of winter has arrived and it was frost on Bonfire night when the kids were all wrapped up and ready to absorb the moment that we all celebrate and remember the first official terrorist in the UK. Guy Fawkes was professed to have dug a tunnel under the parliament building, filled it with gunpowder and almost pulled off his plan to blow up parliament and all inside. I have never quite understood why we celebrate it as apposed to mark the occasion in other ways but perhaps it says a lot about the British mentality in so many ways.
I caught a glimpse of the weather for the rest of this week and the prediction appears to be quite gloomy with snow almost certain within the next few days. November is one of those quirky months in the UK when it can be either mild or cold and often sets a precedence for what's to come and whilst I have no idea how it's achieved, the long term predictors are suggesting it's going to be a very long harsh winter of which for the last few years, we appear to have escaped.
In order to keep the flow going on the life and times of Peter Hulbert, I am going to have to venture out a little bit in order to generate some more photography and visual affects for you all to see and view. The problem is it's so cold outside but if the snow comes, I promise I will take some pictures to show you all just how the scenery changes to white in large volumes when the snow arrives.
Referring back to Guy Fawkes night, it all passed over without incident from my end although I did see many reports about injuries and accidents which are always so frequent at this time of year. I'm so proud that my Daughter is not such a fan of the whole event and has at least got a good head of common sense in this area to which I hope she hands on the her kids if she has any.
Monday (today) brought me a shock by way of an old friend popping up on Twitter and responding with a bit of humour to which brought a smile to my face, he is someone I met through similar circumstance whom is a true friend and a blessing to know. I'm pleased that Vince is ok and doing well.
I will continue to keep the blog going and inform you as life progresses and keep the interest for you all flowing I hope. A big thank you for reading and spending some time laughing or crying at the life and times of Peter Hulbert as it unravels and happens.
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