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by Hillol Ray
May 24, 2003
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Disaster Reduction:
Blueprint for Global Alliance
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
Web Sites: [link removed]>=========================================
In spite of all progresses, our intrinsic world is now
More vulnerable to disasters than ever before-
And the outcome of number of lives de...See More/blockquote>
Disaster Reduction:
Blueprint for Global Alliance
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
Web Sites: [link removed]>=========================================
In spite of all progresses, our intrinsic world is now
More vulnerable to disasters than ever before-
And the outcome of number of lives destroyed,
Or property damage is steadily rising more and more!
Yet we, as a community of nations on this planet,
Remain relatively passive to take a closer look-
Of the perils around the world, caused by all
The natural disasters recorded in history book!
Powerful earthquakes struck Algeria recently,
And floods ravaged Africa to bring out the toll-
While droughts continued to plague Central America
And Sri Lanka to exhibit a havoc roll!
Volcanic eruptions have made them known
By striking hard Seattle and Ecuador in a short span-
To demonstrate the hazards with natural calamities
Beyond the imaginations by civilized man!
The global toll of devastation and death from disasters
Has left our families and economies reeling-
And amplified our own man-made emergencies
For a rapid response and create the chilling!
Today, through “H-Ray Vision”, I do visualize
How human activities change natural balance of the Earth-
And interfere with atmosphere, oceans, polar ice caps,
And green forest covers, to destroy the mirth!
Thousands of large mountains and natural pillars
That make our world a truly livable home-
Are being leveled to bring super highways
To speed up mobility with greed, built in human genome!
In a less visible but equally sinister process,
We are quietly putting ourselves in harm’s way-
Via congested living in the developed cities,
Clustered around seismically alive to sway!
Never before have so many people lived
In areas prone to landslides or in flood plains-
And get killed easily by the natural disasters,
In spite of survival desires flowing in their veins!
Through poverty and ignorance with lack of a foresight
And planning, we are asking for more trouble no doubt-
And at the same time, we are becoming far from helpless,
Especially in poor nations, to maintain a game of shout!
Undoubtedly the new technologies have provided us
With achievements of economic progress in no time-
Without a gross interference with vital ecosystems,
Like the flow of rivers or the slow winds’ chime!
Reduction of risks in earthquake-prone areas
Has become a part of the new technology tool-
While the forecasting of floods may help us
To mitigate the devastation by weather, hot or cool!
Along with ever-growing number of natural disasters,
Vulnerability is also increasing at an alarming speed-
And the poorer countries in particular
Are getting the hardest hits from the nature’s deed!
With explosion of urban population in developing nations,
People are now being forced to live in too risky zones-
Such as flood plains, coal mines or deforested lands;
To hide from poor planning and suppress their tones!
It’s an irony that the prediction tools for disasters
Are seldom available in poorer nations facing the hardest
hit-
And they are the silent majority of disaster victims,
Who can barely survive or hardly make both ends meet!
So I feel the time has come to gather the tools and
technologies
Developed in universities and various parts of the Earth-
And apply them globally in vulnerable communities,
To thwart the prognosis of ratio of death to birth!
Development of the risk-maps and early warning systems
Can minimize the human sufferings or property loss-
And may I urge you to modify and enforce strict building
codes,
Even without the approval from your boss!
Via the exploitation of scientific knowledge, we must
devise
Our responses to go beyond the normal humanitarian aids-
And carry out the strategy of disaster reduction by a
blending
Of people and experts to reduce the deathbeds!
Fortunately, in “Hillolsphere”, I see the silver lining
Through my unique “H-Ray Vision”-
And can count on the efforts set out by the ISDR*
To mobilize fast as its own apparent mission!
A three-way alliance has been adopted
Among the United Nations, regional groupings, and civil
society now-
And I can only hope for a concerted effort globally
To roll back the tide of disasters with technical know-how!
Remember, since the dawn of civilization, natural disasters
Have challenged us and will continue to do so-
But it’s within our own power to ensure that poverty
Does not flip into hazards wherever we go!
To minimize the losses and human sufferings,
We must turn the table of disasters to join forces-
And deal with the blueprint of complexities,
Built around such hazards, or go to the sources!
We can join hands to form a world of resilient communities,
Equipped to counter the impacts so well,
And promote our dynamic global alliance for
The humanity’s sake where the future will dwell!
Milestone
May 23, 2003
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* ISDR = The International Strategy for Disaster Reduction
by Hillol Ray
May 24, 2003
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Global Compact: A Delicate Balance
By
Hillol Ray
Web Sites: [link removed]
Over the past several decades, more and more
New challenges are boggling our mind-
From environmental degradation to drug trafficking,
And spread of AIDS, as we seem to find!
These challenges have a global dimension ...See More/blockquote>
Global Compact: A Delicate Balance
By
Hillol Ray
Web Sites: [link removed]
Over the past several decades, more and more
New challenges are boggling our mind-
From environmental degradation to drug trafficking,
And spread of AIDS, as we seem to find!
These challenges have a global dimension
And responsibility to show that we do care-
While we strive to build trust with confidence
In our global village and preach where we go from here!
In an age of interdependence, global citizenship
Is a crucial pillar to justify progress and our need-
Through the formation of an inclusive, responsive,
And effective system that will carry the success seed!
Shared responsibility should lie at heart
To set and share any specific goals-
While the attempts to galvanize politics and policy-making
Will move on to display other roles!
Organizational culture and planned change
May sound like jargons to some with a skeptical view-
Still be assured that these are so handy tools
To deal any problems for political review!
Frustrations may bottle up with soul-searching efforts
To carry out the global compact mission-
But the floodgates will open in the long run,
As soon as we create the sense of unity with a clear vision!
With the passage of era, I am convinced that openness
Is the emerging hallmark of our time-
But we need to make it work against
The narrow concepts of the national paradigm!
Countries and peoples might retreat behind protectionism,
Or reject global citizenship to avoid the change-
And this will cause the blow of death
To our interdependent world from a close range!
Developing nations have heard a lot about free
And fair trade, but seen far too little of it-
And they are eager to know if their products
Will have an equal footing on global price list!
Unfortunately that footing is currently denied
Through the impositions of tariffs on their goods-
While subsidies are given to their competitors
In richer countries, based on politicians’ moods!
Issues on debt relief, investment, and corruption
Are also the timely and appropriate factors-
To the developed and developing nations,
And reach a common understanding among various actors!
Respective responsibilities in pursuit of balanced
And equitable developments are also a must-
To construct the foundations of economic growth
And safeguard our resources against the human lust!
Ecosystems for the succeeding generations
Should have a bearing on this global compact issue-
In an attempt to reduce the ecological footprints
On the planet and protect the salient tissue!
As a cheerleader of the global village, may I urge you
To forge the partnership better-
And move forward beyond the politics of confrontations
To reap the benefits later!
Solutions to poverty, environmental degradations,
And other challenges should take priority now-
While the business communities will conduct
Their businesses on a global scale via technical know-how!
I am confident, human well being can be
Dramatically advanced by an open market share-
’Cause open markets and human well being
Can walk hand in hand without a stare!
But, at times, I am worried by a severe imbalance
In global rule-making for sure-
And it may affect human rights or the environment,
And all the consequences they have to endure!
Global compact has already set the indelible marks
By promoting the importance of universal glue-
Of business potentials in developing nations,
And embrace the brotherhood without a clue!
Still the achievements so far are not enough,
And I urge global leaders and businesses to continue-
To enact their spheres of influence, and stitch
The human family with color and hue!
Together, we must move from value to values, and from
Shareholders to stakeholders to bring solutions within
reach-
And renew our approach from a delicate balance sheet
To a balanced government with a fresher look to teach!!
Milestone
May 24, 2003
by Hillol Ray
May 25, 2003
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Migrants:
Hapless Maladies of Misconceptions
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
E-mail: [email removed]]
With the introduction of human rights treaty,
Migration has been playing an active part-
To focus on human conditions around the world,
As depicted through audio movies and visual ar...See More/blockquote>
Migrants:
Hapless Maladies of Misconceptions
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
E-mail: [email removed]]
With the introduction of human rights treaty,
Migration has been playing an active part-
To focus on human conditions around the world,
As depicted through audio movies and visual art!
The present era of globalization saga stimulates
The movements of people from one nation to the other-
And this is not something new; rather it will continue
For a better prosperity, compared to our forefather!
Poverty and inability to earn or produce enough
To support a family or an individual member-
Are the major reasons for migration, in search
Of a descent living, as long as we can remember!
But these are not only the characteristics for movements
Of jobseekers from the poor to the rich state-
Rather, dire poverty and opportunity also fuel the
migration
For quick turn around and hope to change the fate!
From a distance, work prospects in developed nations
May tantalize the migrants to be much better-
While the initial sufferings of abandoning the motherland
Bring mixed emotions sooner or later!
So the questions may arise why people go abroad
In search of work or to fulfill the dream-
The answers will vary from person to person,
With individual strife entrenched in a scream!
War, insecurity, persecution, and better job prospects
Are one and only a few of the salient reasons-
Followed by discrimination, on the grounds of race
And color may cause migration throughout the seasons!
Religion, ethnicity, language, and political opinion
Contribute also to the rapid migrant flow-
While the tangible difference of etiquettes in adopted
lands
Or xenophobia may protrude a severe blow!
Fortunately, the International Criminal Court (ICC)
Is now at the forefront to maintain laws and orders-
While it brings a new set of legal mechanisms
For the protection of migrants crossing the borders!
It exemplifies a global alliance for human rights
In action for a distant future and now-
Irrespective of the social standing, color or ethnicity,
With a deliberate protection vow!
On this precedent, may I express my admirations
For the efforts of ILO* to lift the misconception veils-
Of migrant workers, who have outshined
On their adopted lands with many glorifying tales!
Cooperation between ICC and ILO must proceed now
Hand in hand for global alliance and share-
And establish the rights of migrant workers
Under the international laws without a stare!
As a welder of peace and harmony, may I now urge
The needs to cherish the social diversity-
Of the global family and language, to foster
A sustainable world with human unity!
Tolerance between migrant workers and rest of the society
In the host nations must play a significant role-
And open a new chapter in the history of our efforts,
To establish their rights as a millennium goal!
Now we are living in the era of human rights,
And do acknowledge our common humanity-
But the hapless maladies of many migrants still lie in
Stark contrasts to the inspirations reflected by social
vanity!
So, I deeply care about the migrants and urge you to offer
A new momentum to the ideology of human rights-
And let’s achieve our concrete societal progress
Through their assimilations without the political fights!
Let their hopes, dreams, and contributions today
Be your inspirations and unconvincing excuse-
While I rehearse and stage the number of rapporteurs
For the global audience to commingle, dance, and muse!!
Milestone
May 25, 2003
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* ILO = International Labor Organization
by Hillol Ray
May 26, 2003
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Truth: Be Told or Untold?
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
Web Site: [link removed]
With all the events unfolding around the world,
Freedom of press and news media plays a significant role-
To keep the lines of communications open, and re-define
The sense of civilization from North to Sou...See More/blockquote>
Truth: Be Told or Untold?
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
Web Site: [link removed]
With all the events unfolding around the world,
Freedom of press and news media plays a significant role-
To keep the lines of communications open, and re-define
The sense of civilization from North to South Pole!
The spirit and vision of human beings in many instances
Might sway often by the shrewd media actions-
And will keep the flame of hatred burning in the hearts
Too long to create the new factions!
In each society, freedom of press and news media is
essential
To transparency, good governance, and the rule of law-
Followed by a measure of an accurate accountability
To freedom of expression without a threat, biasness, or
flaw!
So when such valuable freedom is threatened or sacrificed,
The chances are that conflict is not far down the road-
And will create insurmountable walls between people
To set them with a genuine hostile mode!
The specter of various threats has long haunted
Many of our societies since the ancient dawn-
And caused horrific attacks on the cities or newsrooms
While holding the media as the only pawn!
Thus a new world of climates has long been created
By these attacks that are far from the norm-
And oblige us to re-examine the host of new factors
For the evaluation of news media and press freedom!
Responsibilities of news media for the independent
And pluralistic reporting are now more important than ever-
Especially in times of conflict, to prevent worst
atrocities
And that should happen never!
Belligerents view the freedom of expressions
As an enemy to their hidden cause-
And the media as a tool for propaganda,
When the plot thickens or takes a pause!
Journalists may face pressure, manipulation, intimidation,
Or even elimination without a choice-
While the cycle of violation continues
To spread the hatred fast and choke the voice!
With the swirl of constantly breaking news,
Threats to press and media are often visible now-
Through assassinations, abductions, tortures,
And bombings of media offices, as a revenge vow!
We must abhor such violence, and allow the journalists
To enjoy their basic human rights-
Like anyone else, while they carry out their choice
Of profession from different heights!
In the aftermath of any war, the formation of a free and
Independent press offers a way out of mistrust and fear-
By creating an environment where true dialogue
Is possible based on the facts drenched in tear!
Special attention must be given to ensuring
That the women’s voices are heard-
’Cause they are the first ones affected by
Armed conflict and get killed like a bird!
Threats cannot be fought successfully without
The news media until and unless they are free-
To enquire into the causes of threat,
And the socio-political conditions of human tree!
Media have crucial responsibilities in a society
To propagate the authentic news for sure-
Without encouraging a panic or giving way
To public moods of revenge or hysteria to endure!
The unprecedented challenge and greatest service
That the media can perform for us all-
Are to act freely, responsibly, and independently
While staying alert at the beck and call!
They must neither be alarmed by the threats,
Nor become a mouthpiece of patriotic tissue-
In stead, the media must publicize truth
And uphold professional conduct as the salient issue!
Freedom of expression through press and news media
Should be treated as our birthright-
To enhance, enlighten, and enrich the global humanity
With a bright future bathed in light!
Journalists must be protected in their efforts
To maintain information, unbiased and fair-
While calling in the world’s attention to the sufferings
Of human beings and news for us to share!
Today, I muse alone to view a new paradigm in
Human relations through fair media and freedom of press-
While my mind floats in “Hillolsphere” to replace
The image of global village with a brand new dress!
So in the interest of justice, peace, and knowledge,
I urge you to explore any dilemma with truth: be told or
untold?
And allow the journalists, news media, and the free press
To cherish their freedom and behold!!
Milestone
May 26, 2003
by Hillol Ray
May 28, 2003
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Lion of the Mount Everest
(A Personal Tribute to Sherpa
Tenzing Norgay)
May .., 1914 – May 9, 1986
By
Hillol Ray
Web Site: [link removed]:
On the auspicious occasion of 50th anniversary (May 29,
2003) of first summit of Mount Everest, this poem is being
dedicated to the world-reno...See More/blockquote>
Lion of the Mount Everest
(A Personal Tribute to Sherpa
Tenzing Norgay)
May .., 1914 – May 9, 1986
By
Hillol Ray
Web Site: [link removed]:
On the auspicious occasion of 50th anniversary (May 29,
2003) of first summit of Mount Everest, this poem is being
dedicated to the world-renowned mountaineer Tenzing Norgay,
born in May, died in May, and conquered the Mount Everest
in May!!! What a coincidence!!!!
_________________________________________________________
In a remote village of Thami in Nepal, a ‘Sherpa’
Was born in May of Nineteen Fourteen-
Who had shunned the world by sumitting the Everest,
That mankind had never seen!
Darkness in the field of mountaineering
Was illuminated and quietly spellbound-
By the brightness of this only Sherpa
That nowhere else could be found!
Later, the brightness became brighter
As he was growing up with the years-
And taught the trekkers how to climb,
By removing their hidden fears!
Brightness of this only Sherpa
Was watched closely by the God-
And he changed him to a ‘Guru’
Of mountaineering with a very simple nod!
Thus “Tenzing Norgay” was born as
“Namgyal Wangdi” of the whole universe-
And became so synonymous in every household
Without any rehearse!
Through the years as a yak herder,
Mountain coolie, and a bearer of loads-
This Sherpa reached the summit and unveiled
The Everest with trekking codes!
The world ushered in the ‘Tenzing Era’
To dignify mountaineering with his vision-
And carried on the expeditions to benefit
The mankind as a global mission!
Today, our beloved Tenzing is resting
In the heaven, but his legacy lives on-
And reminds his passions for trekking
On the mountains from dusk until dawn!
Hello Tenzing, please accept my deepest love
And warm respect-
Your absence is truly unbelievable
And really heartfelt!
The mountaineers will always keep
A ‘special spot’ just for you-
’Cause your courage was awesome
And draws the global view!
You achieved your spot through
Sacrifice and enormous toll-
And they are still vivid around the world
In every trekker’s soul!
Via untiring patience, you landed on the Everest
On May 29th, Nineteen Fifty Three-
And pioneered the explorations of
“Chomolungma”* to set the trekking spree!
Your innocent smiles still stir up
The hearts of all-
And the mountaineers will remember you
Always without your call!
From us today you are wandering
Freely very far away-
And offering us lessons
While keeping your mind at bay!
By summitting the “mountain without mercy”
You exemplified the human toil-
And proved, indomitable spirit against the
Fiercest odds, can win on Everest soil!
Your victory with Sir Edmund Hillary
To reach the highest place on Earth-
Is now being celebrated as a Golden Jubilee
To sink in the mirth!
Today, we float our happiest minds
In joy- moistened tear-
And display our affections for you, Tenzing,
Without any fear!
The trekkers will carry on your untiring efforts
With wide-open eye-
Without any set back or hesitation
And uncompromised vie!
The whole world has neatly placed
Your name on concrete stone-
And the HMI** is highly blessed
With every touch of your intriguing bone!
So before conclusion, I love to say this,
Although it’s very true as it is-
You are the global ambassador for the
Sherpa people and an avatar of peace-
While your inspirations through spirituality
Will shine and we will never miss!
Your name is indelible with Mount Everest,
And forever will remain that way-
Irrespective of expeditions or success,
Your image will never sway!
You set your feet on the “roof of the world”
To hoist the flag against the coldest snow-
And made the history, as found in the Everest tales,
That we all learn and know!
Today, I salute your courage and sacrifice
To bring the mysteries of mountains down-
While we celebrate the 50th Anniversary
Around your birthplace and Himalayan town!
You are an inspiration to the aspiring
Mountaineers since your early age-
And the tales are found with your expeditions
When we flip through the history page!
You tamed the untamed Everest, just like the lion
Brings down a mouse, as a little prey-
To relish the moments in pomp and grandeur
With a ritual bray!
Tenzing, you are the “Lion of the Mount Everest”
And will be regarded forever that way-
While the trekkers will keep on trekking,
And their motivations will never sway!!!
Milestone
May 29, 2002
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* The Tibetan name of Mount Everest is “Chomolungma”
(means ‘Goddess Mother of the Snows’); and the Nepali name
is “Sagarmatha” (means ‘Mother of the Universe’).
** HMI = Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, located in
Darjeeling, India. Tenzing Norgay was the first Field
Director of HMI, and he held this position for 22 years.
This Institute was established to train the students as
mountaineering guides.
_________________________________________________________
On May 29, 1953, Tenzing Norgay of Thami, Nepal and his
teammate Sir Edmund Percival Hillary of Auckland, New
Zealand reached the summit of Mount Everest (29,035 feet).
They both received instant acclaim for their unprecedented
achievement. Tenzing Norgay was born in May (Exact date
Unknown), 1914, in Thami, Nepal and died on May 9, 1986.
Sir Edmund P. Hillary was born on July 20, 1919, in
Auckland, New Zealand and currently he is the Chairman of
the Himalayan Trust, Dilli Bazar, Kathmandu, Nepal.
According to [link removed]”.
by Hillol Ray
Jun 1, 2003
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Families: The Technology Traps
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
Web Site: [link removed]
Rapid developments of global communications
Are at the forefront to change our lives fast-
Followed by technological advancements to ensure
The wildest possibilities for the mankind to last!
The ty...See More/blockquote>
Families: The Technology Traps
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
Web Site: [link removed]
Rapid developments of global communications
Are at the forefront to change our lives fast-
Followed by technological advancements to ensure
The wildest possibilities for the mankind to last!
The type of future society we have to live in
Will be determined by the choices we all make now-
While the well being of families and communities
Will play a central role with technical know-how!
Impacts of rapid technological change and
Diffusion on family will widely vary or change-
With a vision of the kind of society in which
Global citizens will thrive in a close-neat range!
Undoubtedly, the new technologies create
The potential for massive changes on the roles-
Of interactions of members, and formulate
Appropriate guidelines with millennium goals!
Improvements in the areas of education, communication,
And information are a crying need of the hour-
To expand employment, followed by the health
And social services through technology power!
Today, across the planet I can see, forces of change
Via technology are crossing into the family borders-
To alter the mode of living dramatically,
Through various channels for peace and orders!
Economic and military dimensions
Of technological impacts are also widely known-
Irrespective of the fabric of the family,
And its viability on history pages is neatly shown!
So the questions or concerns that cross my mind now
Are of serious nature with a global view-
And are looking for answers or solutions
For the remedies with their diversity or hue!
Technological change affects family unit
In any society, especially the toddlers and kids-
While it may offer needed stability and
Reference point in life to adults with creative deeds!
Changes driven by technology may impact
The relationship among family members, far and near-
By variable expectations and ability of each
To meet them now or throughout the year!
Living standards of millions of people and families
Have dramatically improved on many parts of the Earth-
Through technological developments and diffusions,
Compared to stone-age civilization and premature birth!
Reduction of poverty and improvement of health
With expansion of opportunity and global choice-
Followed by the provisions of access now to
Life-enhancing products echo the technological voice!
Improved educational opportunities for children
And status for women have been our basic gain-
Stemming from scientific impacts, with a greater security,
And time for pursuits of job or hobby won’t end in vain!
Unfortunately, the advancements have negative effects,
And since the inceptions, they too are equally known-
In many ways, like changes in living accommodation
And working environment that are cleverly shown!
Displacement and dislocation along with erosion
Of reference points are among the main factors-
Created by technological change on the family
And society who are the witnesses as silenced actors!
It’s evident that technology does not respect borders,
Blurring sovereignty, and identities as well-
And has the capacity to erode values or undermine
Lifestyles where the past may like to dwell!
Technology has an inner momentum to acquire its own
Dynamic rationale for a hefty price-
And creates greater awareness through dissemination
Of information, or acts as a buffer twice or thrice!
Control over technology and unwarranted intrusion
Have multifaceted dimensions for sure-
Via the mass media and available options
To the deserving families so that they can endure!
Satellite technologies contribute significantly
To overcoming impediments such as infrastructures and poles-
And have compensated through long-distance learning
To break the vicious circle of poverty roles!
Via “H-Ray Vision”, with the promotion of and accessibility
to
Communication technology, I can surely find-
That families and societies are moving upwards
To work with their hand, body, and mind!
Remember, lifelong learning must begin at home
Through the modern technology tool-
To enhance the reality and gainful employment
For the job seekers, and keep their tempers cool!
Care should be taken to address the dichotomy
Between an emerging “elite of information rich”-
And the “global mass of information poor”,
Who can be educated to show them later how to teach!
Attention must be given to regional differences
With social class and stratification of age-
Followed by the elimination of “other” cleavages
In society that may cause the silent rage!
Technological innovations create “traps” for families,
And concurrently cause the family disintegration as well-
’Cause of the knowledge gaps among family members
To undermine the ability, and thoughts start to swell!
Advancement of telecommuting provides more flexible
And customized family-friendly work styles-
With the lessening of the requirements for attendance
At workstations and driving many miles!
Still the questions of intrusion of employer
In the home privacy must be considered first-
To avoid the potential destabilization
Of family integrity to quench the monetary thirst!
Technology can offer job opportunities to those
With disabilities or for some other reasons-
By providing technological devices for
A sustainable livelihood throughout the annual seasons!
Information technology can empower the families
With caring, nurturing or parenting needs-
And guard against the creation of perverse incentives
Before sowing the disintegration seeds!
The advent of Internet has changed family dynamics,
Relationships, and family roles-
While the ill effects from it are also well known
By affected morals and creation of the tolls!
Well, in “Hillolscope”, the impact of technology on
families
Is still an under explored topic with a positive foresight-
And may I hope to see more symmetrical and harmonious
Developments for the mankind’s future bathed in light??
Milestone
May 31, 2003
by Hillol Ray
Jun 8, 2003
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Unity Day:
Kaleidoscope for Human Solidarity
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
Web Site: [link removed]
=============================================
[I dedicate this poem to the “Unity Day-2003” Celebration
for
the promotion of diversity and multicultural understanding
of
m...See More/blockquote>
Unity Day:
Kaleidoscope for Human Solidarity
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
Web Site: [link removed]
=============================================
[I dedicate this poem to the “Unity Day-2003” Celebration
for
the promotion of diversity and multicultural understanding
of
mankind]
=============================================
By virtue of birth, we are all members
Of the human race where diversity is a vital issue-
And it blooms like flowers in an arboretum
To promote own culture, religion, and mental tissue!
The strength of any nation and the world community
Comes from our diversity as a primary source-
To build the bridges of unity and cooperation
Needed for the progress of humanity with a viable force!
Life takes its usual toll on minds, and we all know
The pain and struggle that always follow us-
While the days and nights come and go
To fetch the joy or sorrow, buried in tradition or fuss!
Intimidation, harassment, and bullying may appear
To bring us victory and short-term gains for sure-
But the scars on the hearts of global humanity will remain
As a sore of thumb for many generations to endure!
Today, science, technology and the Internet are bringing in
The diverse people much closer than we may think-
Through an emphasis on the need to create momentum
And lasting universality to allow our minds to sink!
The violence in any society can be minimized
Via an understanding of tolerance and diversity-
While the instruments of hope and compassion
In the face of spiritual needs will face eternity!
Oneness of humanity under God and the elimination
Of racial prejudice are the central point-
To overcome the obstacles of achieving world peace
That is shadowing our skeleton and every joint!
The sense of open acceptance with unity
Seems to slip away that we need to prevent first-
And promote peace with harmony to unifying all facets
Of wellness and quench the thirst!
The lack of unity has a latent tendency to pin one race
With supremacy against the “inferior” (??!!) others-
And this trend seems to rattle the historical and
Economic consequences since the reign of our forefathers!
So we need to come together to reaffirm
Our commitments to justice, tolerance and peace-
And build the future of humanity with a room
Free from violence that we can’t afford to miss!
Through “H-Ray Vision” and “Hillologue” of multiculturalism
And unity in diversity, we can achieve the profound goal-
Of promoting the oneness of humanity, while reaffirming
Our rejection of intolerance that’s taking the toll!
Remember, no country is immune from the costs
Inflicted by prejudice or intolerance at all-
And we need to invigorate the future plan of action and
Stand ready to serve at the beck and call!
In our interdependent world today, we must be guided by
The shared values and unity as well-
To achieve global alliance via tolerance, justice,
And peace of mind where our future needs to dwell!
Offending the global conscience and undermining
The sense of shared humanity will surely take us back-
On the bandwagon of the progress we have made so far,
And show us the ingredients that we lack!
Well, as a cheerleader for the promotion of universal
And inalienable rights of humanity, I must confess-
About the need for laying the platform to speak,
To act, to grow, to live, and nothing less!
Fortunately, in “Hillolsphere”, I see the horizons
Of human rights are ever widening now-
With a better prospect of human solidarity
Through science, Internet and technical know-how!
So, let’s continue to seek cooperation instead of
confrontation, and
Tolerance without violence to embolden the rays of hope-
And celebrate the “Unity Day” to observe the prospects
Of oneness of humanity in our mental kaleidoscope!!
Milestone
June 8, 2003
by Hillol Ray
Jun 8, 2003
/blockquote>
Unity Day:
Kaleidoscope for Human Solidarity
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
Web Site: [link removed]
=========================================================
[I dedicate this poem to the “Unity Day-2003” Celebration
for the promotion of diversity and multicultural
understanding...See More/blockquote>
Unity Day:
Kaleidoscope for Human Solidarity
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
Web Site: [link removed]
=========================================================
[I dedicate this poem to the “Unity Day-2003” Celebration
for the promotion of diversity and multicultural
understanding of mankind]
=========================================================
By virtue of birth, we are all members
Of the human race where diversity is a vital issue-
And it blooms like flowers in an arboretum
To promote own culture, religion, and mental tissue!
The strength of any nation and the world community
Comes from our diversity as a primary source-
To build the bridges of unity and cooperation
Needed for the progress of humanity with a viable force!
Life takes its usual toll on minds, and we all know
The pain and struggle that always follow us-
While the days and nights come and go
To fetch the joy or sorrow, buried in tradition or fuss!
Intimidation, harassment, and bullying may appear
To bring us victory and short-term gains for sure-
But the scars on the hearts of global humanity will remain
As a sore of thumb for many generations to endure!
Today, science, technology and the Internet are bringing in
The diverse people much closer than we may think-
Through an emphasis on the need to create momentum
And lasting universality to allow our minds to sink!
The violence in any society can be minimized
Via an understanding of tolerance and diversity-
While the instruments of hope and compassion
In the face of spiritual needs will face eternity!
Oneness of humanity under God and the elimination
Of racial prejudice are the central point-
To overcome the obstacles of achieving world peace
That is shadowing our skeleton and every joint!
The sense of open acceptance with unity
Seems to slip away that we need to prevent first-
And promote peace with harmony to unifying all facets
Of wellness and quench the thirst!
The lack of unity has a latent tendency to pin one race
With supremacy against the “inferior” (??!!) others-
And this trend seems to rattle the historical and
Economic consequences since the reign of our forefathers!
So we need to come together to reaffirm
Our commitments to justice, tolerance and peace-
And build the future of humanity with a room
Free from violence that we can’t afford to miss!
Through “H-Ray Vision” and “Hillologue” of multiculturalism
And unity in diversity, we can achieve the profound goal-
Of promoting the oneness of humanity, while reaffirming
Our rejection of intolerance that’s taking the toll!
Remember, no country is immune from the costs
Inflicted by prejudice or intolerance at all-
And we need to invigorate the future plan of action and
Stand ready to serve at the beck and call!
In our interdependent world today, we must be guided by
The shared values and unity as well-
To achieve global alliance via tolerance, justice,
And peace of mind where our future needs to dwell!
Offending the global conscience and undermining
The sense of shared humanity will surely take us back-
On the bandwagon of the progress we have made so far,
And show us the ingredients that we lack!
Well, as a cheerleader for the promotion of universal
And inalienable rights of humanity, I must confess-
About the need for laying the platform to speak,
To act, to grow, to live, and nothing less!
Fortunately, in “Hillolsphere”, I see the horizons
Of human rights are ever widening now-
With a better prospect of human solidarity
Through science, Internet and technical know-how!
So, let’s continue to seek cooperation instead of
confrontation, and
Tolerance without violence to embolden the rays of hope-
And celebrate the “Unity Day” to observe the prospects
Of oneness of humanity in our mental kaleidoscope!!
Milestone
June 8, 2003
by Hillol Ray
Jun 16, 2003
/blockquote>
Environmental Threats to Children’s Health:
A Hot-Button Issue
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
Web Site: [link removed]
As per medical research and statistical data, environmental
threat
To children’s health has become a hot-button issue now-
Aggravated by the persistent poverty, ...See More/blockquote>
Environmental Threats to Children’s Health:
A Hot-Button Issue
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
Web Site: [link removed]
As per medical research and statistical data, environmental
threat
To children’s health has become a hot-button issue now-
Aggravated by the persistent poverty, conflicts,
trafficking,
Natural or man-made disasters, and social inequity somehow!
The children of the developing nations are the worst
sufferers
And their ill-fated numbers continue to grow more-
While there are many other children in the richest nations
too,
Who are also at risk and are fast becoming a real eyesore!
The maximum threats to the children’s health
Lurk in the places where they spend the time most-
Like home, school, and local community,
To live with parents and thrive on the ground or seacoast!
Unfortunately, these are often the places that bring
Multiple threats to the children’s health affair-
So the strategies need to be developed on a global
And national level to safeguard or share!
Based on the scientific surveys, degraded environments
Are the breeding grounds for the disease-bearing germs-
And half a billion children globally are debilitated
By various ailments without coming to terms!
Ill health among children constrains the social
And economic development of their native land-
While, without a control, the burden of disease
From environmental hazards will move from hand to hand!
Analytical data reveals, children are more vulnerable than
adults
To the environmental degradations and pollutions for sure-
’Cause they are easily susceptible to all toxic chemicals
or
Germs, and the pollutants that they have to endure!
Due to physical growth, they consume more food, air, and
water,
Compared to the adults do in proportion to their body mass-
And run greater risks to poorer health through their
Natural curiosity with less knowledge to pass!
With global awareness about environmental hazards,
Issues related to children’s health are coming to light-
Through a review of generations of children who have
Suffered from basic diseases and gone out of sight!
Unsafe drinking water, inadequate sanitation,
And insufficient food hygiene are reasons of only a few-
Followed by poor housing, unintentional injuries,
And inadequate waste disposal within a public view!
Modern risks are growing from dangerous chemicals,
Toxic wastes, noise and industrial pollution-
While the unsafe chemicals in toys or household products
Harm the children and deserve immediate solution!
The potential emerging threats to our health include
Ozone depletion, new diseases, and global climate change-
Regardless of adequate control and implementation
Of environmental laws for a short and long range!
Children can be exposed to harmful hazards before birth
Through maternal addiction to tobacco or drug-
And even face an irreversible damage at early stages
Of development that can’t be ignored with a simple shrug!
Undoubtedly, the future of humanity depends largely
On the safety of children of today and I am too sure-
So they truly deserve a safe noise free environment
With breathable air, and drinking water to be pure!
Global direction, alliance, advocacy, and resource
Mobilizations are the very basic essential needs-
To adapt crosscutting integrated solutions for dealing with
Children’s health and sowing the coherent seeds!
Cost-effective and culturally feasible methods too
May be used to improve the quality of children’s home-
Along with their schools and community environment,
For the present and future prosperity of the human genome!
Today, through the didactic “H-Ray Vision” and “Hillologue”
Of children’s health protection against environmental
calamity-
I see the silver lining on the horizon of “Hillolsphere”
Convinced by the commitments and global solidarity!
Remember, every child has the inalienable rights to grow up
In a healthy home, school, and the community around-
Devoid of health hazards, accidents, and risk of life
From the environment that’s scientifically sound!
Now I am enthralled to view the roadmap that has been drawn
For the benefit of all children of today and tomorrow-
And let’s ensure the safekeeping of global plans into
reality
To wipe out their innocent tears with unwanted sorrow!!
Milestone
Father’s Day
June 15, 2003
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