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by Barbara Spring
Aug 18, 2002
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Students will enjoy the website and links. It is all about
changes in the Great Lakes system. The Dynamic Great Lakes
is available for school library collections and class rooms.
by Hillol Ray
Sep 4, 2002
/blockquote>
Mother of the Universe
(In Loving Memory of Mother Teresa)
August 26, 1910 – September 5, 1997
By
Hillol Ray
In the skies of Yugoslavia, a Star was born in the year
Nineteen Ten -
Who had shunned the world with “beaming luster” really
since then !
Darkness in the horizon was speechle...See More/blockquote>
Mother of the Universe
(In Loving Memory of Mother Teresa)
August 26, 1910 – September 5, 1997
By
Hillol Ray
In the skies of Yugoslavia, a Star was born in the year
Nineteen Ten -
Who had shunned the world with “beaming luster” really
since then !
Darkness in the horizon was speechless and quietly
spellbound,
By the brightness of a single Star that no where could be
found !
Later, the brightness became brighter, when the star landed
on the earth -
And declared her presence in the middle of throng by virtue
of her birth !
Lust for the material world suddenly became so calm,
And crawled under the shadow of a strong tiny palm !
The voice of welcome was echoed through the loud ringing
bell,
To focus the ‘only message’ that history is now so proud to
tell !
Brightness of this single ‘Star’ was watched closely by the
God -
And he changed her to a ‘Saint’ quickly with a very simple
nod !
Thus Agnes Bojaxhiu was born as ‘Mother Teresa’ of the
universe -
And became so synonymous in every house without any
rehearse !
Through the years and throughout the world, she had to fly -
To preach: joy of giving is always a pleasure and will
multiply !
Today, our Mother is resting in the heaven, but the legacy
lives on-
And reminds her passions for hungry and poor, from dusk
until dawn.
Hello, Mother, please accept our deepest love and respect,
Your absence is truly unbelievable and really heartfelt.
We have kept in our hearts a "Special Spot" just for you,
'Cause your lessons are immortal and draw the global view.
You achieved your "Spot" through sacrifice and enormous
tolls -
And they are still vivid, around the world, in everyone's
souls !
Via untiring patience, you have served the poorest of the
poor -
Who found solace in your touch before heading towards the
heaven’s door.
Your innocent smiles have stirred up the hearts of all,
And the world will remember you always without your call !
Your soft unspoken tender love and the glittering eye -
Shine at the whole universe, and never say good-bye !
Your courage was awesome, in the tales it can be found -
And tears still pour in, globally, to make us spellbound !
You never gave up your efforts and had unlimited patience,
'Cause Lord gave you His strength to exert your
persistence !
You won the Nobel Prize but spent the money for a worthy
cause,
So the world bows down to respect your deed without any
pause !
From us, today, you are wandering freely very far away -
But offering us lessons while keeping your mind at bay !
Your strength and struggle for poor are deeply felt
everywhere -
Around the globe, in oceans, in soils, and in open
atmosphere !
Be assured that your memories will be with us at all the
time,
And direct us in the darkness and even when the winds
chime !
Today, we float our broken minds immersed in dew moistened
tear -
To display our deep affections for you, Mother, without any
fear.
We will carry on your untiring efforts with blind folded
eye,
Without any set back or hesitation and uncompromised vie.
Mother, our hearts are now crying alone in daylight and
darkness,
But vividly remember your tender love with the natural
harness !
Now, the whole world has neatly placed your name in
concrete stone,
And we are so blessed with each and every touch of your
intriguing bone !
So, before conclusion, we love to say this,
Although it's too late but very true, as it is -
You served the “poorest of the poor” around the world for
70 years,
And removed their agonies via “magic touch” and wiping
their tears!
Today, your love and sacrifice stunningly span around the
earth,
Although the Yugoslavia was the sacred place of your holy
birth !
Mother, you were a “Citizen of the World” and will be
missed by all,
But your simple motto, love and peace, will stand pretty
tall !
You are the “Mother of the Universe” and our eternal
guiding light -
To lead us all in the direction of God, without loosing the
sight !
You will shine forever like a viable "Rising Sun" in the
far East,
So bright, so generous, so gentle, and so polite to say the
least !
The aspects of your glorious life are too simple and
straight,
And they’ll remind us old reminiscence even after
the "sunset" !!
Milestone
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
September 5, 1997
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“At the end of our lives, we will not be judged by how many
diplomas we have received, how much money we have made or
how many great things we have done. We will be judged
by ‘I was hungry and you gave me to eat. I was naked and
you clothed me. I was homeless and you took me in’. This
is Christ in disguise.” - Mother Teresa of Calcutta -
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by Hillol Ray
Sep 8, 2002
/blockquote>
Our Ailing Planet: As It Matters
By
Hillol Ray
Environmental issues can no longer be regarded
As a luxury or afterthought-
Rather, they should be a central part of policy-making
That had already been fought!
Economic and social developments need to be integrated
To give ailing planet a chanc...See More/blockquote>
Our Ailing Planet: As It Matters
By
Hillol Ray
Environmental issues can no longer be regarded
As a luxury or afterthought-
Rather, they should be a central part of policy-making
That had already been fought!
Economic and social developments need to be integrated
To give ailing planet a chance-
While positive vision of long-term growth, equity,
And justice may be allowed to dance!
Despite the achievements, our ailing planet
Is still in need of intensive care-
And my visionary mind offers alone
The latest readings on her health to share!
Population growth, poverty, and pollution
Threaten the quests for sustainable Earth-
Followed by rapid urbanization and demands for water,
While we lose Nature’s mirth!
Rural poverty, consumption habits, land and energy
Continue to play a significant role-
And are placing intense pressures on
The ailing planet’s ability to withstand the toll!
In an era of interdependence, the sense of
Mutual responsibilities needs to prevail-
About the health of the planet; otherwise, the quest
For sustainability will definitely fail!
Environmental footprints left by past societies
Are too much larger than the societies now-
So I suggest to pursue a sound path to modernization
Through the technical know-how!
Economic growth, social progress, protection
Of our environment and natural resources-
Should be real and tangible issues for a sustainable planet
And used as her defense forces!
To accelerate international cooperation,
The globalization should work not just for a few-
Rather, I urge to review the daily impact
On our planet and its peoples with an open view!
Development appears to be divorced from its human
And cultural context over the years-
But there’s a need now to search for our past,
And learn from our ancestors, without fears!
Aspects of globalization must focus on human,
Cultural and spiritual dimensions of all-
Irrespective of our diversity, and the interdependence
Of mankind should stand pretty tall!
Now, the time has come to nurture a holistic worldview
And connect with the Nature-
While values drawn from indigenous beliefs
And all world religion must show caricature!
Eradication of poverty will lead to better development,
And there’s no doubt in my mind-
While the treaties and agreements need to be pursued
To put the authorities in a bind!
A pristine environment is vital to human survival
As well as to the flora and fauna of sea-
And I will nod my head till I breathe to protect
Our planet, as it matters, with a safety key!
For the 21st century, our ailing planet is in dire needs
Of ecological diversity for sure-
To provide life and sustenance, as well as spiritual
identity,
Drenched in water to be pure!
Well, by preserving the planet, our ability to bequeath
A greener future will silently ring-
And I will wait for the moment to which humanity
Can aspire certainly with joy and sing!
Milestone
September 8, 2002
by Hillol Ray
Sep 10, 2002
/blockquote>
The Marvel of Ingenuity
(In Memory of Rubbles of World Trade Centers in New York)
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
E-mail: [email removed]]
The marvel of ingenuity disappeared
Within the twinkling of an eye-
From the skyline of New York on 911,
And the world listened to the solemn good...See More/blockquote>
The Marvel of Ingenuity
(In Memory of Rubbles of World Trade Centers in New York)
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
E-mail: [email removed]]
The marvel of ingenuity disappeared
Within the twinkling of an eye-
From the skyline of New York on 911,
And the world listened to the solemn good-bye!
No doubt, rubbles are telling the horrifying tales
Of cruel death of fellow mankind-
While the memories of the crumbling towers
Do now boggle my mind!
Moistures from gentle breeze cooled these towers
Against the morning sun-
But the strikes of calamity appeared on the scene
And dismayed the laughter and fun!
Waves from the New York traffic were greeting the millions
To earn their daily bread-
While in a hurry, the towers collapsed
And rubbles with ashes buried the human thread!
The hapless thousands vanished from the Earth,
Along with the structures of modern time-
While the memories keep on haunting,
And equate human lives with nickel and dime!
Horror from the scene still affects the emotion of
survivors
Followed by fear-
And the agonizing tales of human sufferings
Now drench my weary eyes to tear!
The hue and cry from the demised businesses
Reverberate the modern global air-
While jobless men and women are facing the brunt
That we must take care!
Let us offer our helping hands to re-build
The lives of such unprecedented call-
And wipe away the tears in a rush
To make these towers stand pretty tall!
Every drop of rain in the ocean helps
To regain water via the evaporation loss-
And keeps the world moving
Where God is our Almighty, the Boss!
In God We Trust is our motto, and unto Him,
Let’s keep our faith with love-
And pray for the blessings, to overcome this tragedy,
From His home above!!
Milestone
September 11, 2001
by Jack Turner
Sep 13, 2002
/blockquote>
Dear Staff, Teachers, and Administration;
I am a high school student collecting empty inkjet
cartridges for recycling. Recycling empty inkjet cartridges
keeps plastics out of America's landfills and gives money
back to the community. I have already started collecting
from a few schools and would lov...See More/blockquote>
Dear Staff, Teachers, and Administration;
I am a high school student collecting empty inkjet
cartridges for recycling. Recycling empty inkjet cartridges
keeps plastics out of America's landfills and gives money
back to the community. I have already started collecting
from a few schools and would love your help. I pay one
dollar ($1.00) for each of the following inkjet cartridges:
Canon: BC-01, BC-02, BX-2, BX-3, BC-20, BC-05, BC-06, BC-
23, BC-22.
Hewlett Packard: 51626, 51629, C6578, 51625, 51645, 51649,
C6615, C6614, C1823.
Lexmark: 12A1970, 12A1980, 12A1975.
I allow a $0.50 shipping allowance for each empty inkjet
cartridge, for the shipment of the cartridges (in addition
to the $1.00 per cartridge). Payment for the cartridges can
be handled anyway you desire. I usually send a check in the
full amount to the School (at your location) after
receiving the cartridges. I have found that the most cost
effective way to ship is usually USPS Ground. When shipping
cartridges make sure that there are only plastics used for
covering the cartridges. Paper products cause the
cartridges to leak from the print head. Please remember to
never replace any tape back on the print head after use, as
this causes cross-contamination of colors.
If you would like any additional information or would like
to participate in my Inkjet Recycling Program, please e-
mail me at [email removed].
Thank you for your help.
Jack Turner
P.S. This is a great fund-raising activity!
by Hillol Ray
Sep 22, 2002
/blockquote>
Women Empowerment:
Today’s Vision for Tomorrow’s Mission
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
Web Site: [link removed]
In a globalizing world, gender equality
And empowerments of women are vital tools-
To achieve sustainable developments of societies,
And are even admitted by the fool...See More/blockquote>
Women Empowerment:
Today’s Vision for Tomorrow’s Mission
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
Web Site: [link removed]
In a globalizing world, gender equality
And empowerments of women are vital tools-
To achieve sustainable developments of societies,
And are even admitted by the fools!
Still, the violence towards women is an epidemic
Against which no country is immune-
And today, we face the greater challenges
Of human rights and a non-melodious tune!
Development strategies will fail, unless women
Become the central players of the game-
And must be included in all policies of peacemaking
And reconstruction without a shame!
Women suffer disproportionately from impacts
Of armed conflict around the world today-
While rape, forced pregnancies, sexual slavery
And varied assaults have kept them at bay!
In the arena of politics, the poor are excluded
From governance, regardless of the gender-
And women are victims of other people’s decisions
’Cause they are assumed to be tender!
So the entire spectrum of women’s roles
To combat poverty, hunger, and disease-
Need to be re-examined under the new
Millennium lights before the roles decease!
Impacts of modern conflicts now affect
The global women and girls without a doubt-
But they’re neither initiators nor prosecutors
Of conflicts, or matching game of shout!
Determined efforts must be taken to end
The impunity surrounding this lamentable claw-
And the perpetrators must be brought to justice,
And told that they are not above the law!
As a messenger of peace, I walk alone
In my memory lanes to watch the moonlit nights-
While my voice quivers in agony for the women
Of developing nations and their plights!
Basic standards of dignity, equality,
And humanity have been trampled over-
To oppress the women’s rights, where
The civilized minds must now hover!
Men need education on the rights of women
And keep them free from violence or abuse-
And must recognize their roles in every walk of life,
Without losing their “mental fuse”!
Remember, violence against women is not a
“Women’s issue” alone but it affects us all-
While the grounds for tolerance of such impunity
Or lamentable act must cease and fall!
I am assured, no peace strategy is likely to be
Durable in absence of the women’s role-
And the men must hear the perspectives
Of the women towards the reconciliation soul!
We should capitalize on the beneficial impetus
That women and girls can bring-
In conflict resolution and peace building,
Without the attachment of any string!
Studies show that globalization may contribute
To make the women’s rights better known-
But the negative impact and publicity are awesome
And on reports they are neatly shown!
Criminal networks continue to traffic women
As sexual exploitation and cheap labor-
Around the world today, via modern technologies
And are reaping the money’s flavor!
Democracy, in my mind, will be democracy
Only if it is the true representation of all-
And women of the community need to be allowed
To voice their opinions, large or small!
The tunnel visions about the women’s roles
And abilities have to change-
If we want to build a better future,
And this is my call from a close range!
To reduce gender inequality, women have immersed
In politics more than ever before-
And are making headways to prove “sink or swim”
Till they reach the political shore!
Yet, statistics reveal that politics continues
To be a bastion of male domination still today-
Even in countries where women, active in male areas
Like business, are disallowed to say!
Women of developed nations have engaged
Conscience and consciousness of world now-
To serve as engines of progress for women
Of developing nations with an indelible vow!
Still a change of mentalities and attitudes
Towards women is a crying need of the hour-
By eliminating rape and violence, while honoring
Their basic rights and protective power!
Let’s focus today’s vision towards a society
Built by strength of its women, young or old-
And honor their role in peace and security
Instead of as commodity that needs to be sold!
Let us undertake arduous searches to clear
Any obstacle to promote the women’s rights-
And erect bridges rather than walls, to achieve
Tomorrow’s mission, on aesthetic sights!
Friends, the fight has just begun for the
Women’s right and gender equality as well-
To promote energy and effervescence
Throughout the world where thoughts will swell!
Today I offer my unstinting support
In a non-violent way to create the culture of peace-
And encourage the men to harness the powers
Of women that we can’t afford to miss!!!!
Milestone
September 22, 2002
by S. Banerjee
Sep 22, 2002
/blockquote>
Excerpts of Hillol Ray's interview with [link removed]:
[link removed]
Thanks!!
by Hillol Ray
Oct 1, 2002
/blockquote>
Shackles of Poverty: In Retrospect
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
Web Site: [link removed]
Sustainable development is not only a necessity,
But also an opportunity for all of us-
To place our global societies and economies
On a durable footing, without any fuss!
Millions on Earth are...See More/blockquote>
Shackles of Poverty: In Retrospect
By
Hillol Ray
Garland, Texas, U.S.A.
Web Site: [link removed]
Sustainable development is not only a necessity,
But also an opportunity for all of us-
To place our global societies and economies
On a durable footing, without any fuss!
Millions on Earth are facing the gnawing pain
Of hunger and reaching the heaven’s door-
Followed by the diseases, caused by malnutrition,
And the numbers are escalating more!
Since ancient dawn, poverty and hunger
Are Siamese twins, and they walk hand in hand-
To maintain devastating cycle of dehumanizing
Conditions from mountain to desert sand!
So the civil society now needs to show
That they are ready with partnerships for a change-
Rather than staying aloof via the politics
Of confrontation and accusation at a close range!
The sad impact of 911 renders people
More vulnerable to deeper poverty than before-
And will continue to reverberate around the world,
While we recoup from our heart sore!
World economy is expected to slow down
And more people will live in poverty next year-
Due to falling prices, politics, lower investments,
And the loss of tourisms brings the fear!
At the moment, large parts of the world’s population
Are off the global market for sure-
And are badly crippled by hunger, disease,
Isolation, ignorance, and as such they endure!
Their existence is thwarted by violence
Or degradation of environment in which they live-
But such conditions are curable through
Surplus foods, and if donors are willing to give!
With information technology, the isolation
Of remote communities can be broken down-
Via investments, from phones to Internet
And allowing them to talk with people in town!
Global perspectives of today should break through
The barriers of indifference tomorrow-
And eliminate the narrow interest, with an urge
For policy to diminish the hapless sorrow!
Poverty is an affront to our common humanity
And kills hope for a better society for all-
So in our web-bound interdependent world today,
This is a concern, big as well as small!
However, the undercurrents cynicisms
Are still visible about the goals set are rarely met-
While negative impacts of globalization
Are surfacing up with dissenting views and hate!
Polarization of our societies along ethnicity,
Race or class has to be a thing of the past-
If we intend to tackle the social problems globally,
To win poverty and violence at last!
The rich countries have an indispensable role
To play by offering the development aid-
To eradicate the squalors of poverty
And suppress their hungers before they go to bed!
Undoubtedly, poverty is the greatest single challenge
Confronting humanity on the Earth-
But through decisive actions by all of us,
We can reduce visible flame of hunger’s hearth!
No challenge is more pressing and diverse,
No goal is more urgent, that we may feel-
Than freeing humanity from the shackles
Of poverty that may always send the chill!
Population is growing, and poverty is gaining ground
In places, with exceptions of a few-
Followed by unemployment, social exclusions
And those are so apparent for global view!
Inequalities are quietly spreading both within
And between countries at an alarming rate-
While recession and restructuring tend to widen
The gap, and the finance controls the fate!
To free humanity from the shackles of
Poverty today, I am nothing but a single voice-
But I speak out of my own convictions
To make it heard globally, without a choice!
Political wills must make human well being
As an essential parameter to reach the goal-
’Cause poverty and marginalization threaten
To undermine the peace and create the toll!
Through perseverance, tenacity, and selflessness,
We can surely make the shift-
In the lives of those people, stricken by poverty,
And assist them to rise up or lift!
We can’t wait for perfect governance,
Or engage in endless accusations to pass on blame-
Rather, the challenge is at hand now, and we need
To form an alliance to douse the flame!
Well, actions speak louder than words
And war needs to be waged against poverty now-
Via the marriage of talent, technology,
With a true commitment, and it will show us how!
We may face a barrage of resistance or cynicism,
But still the motivation we must share-
And allow fight against poverty on all fronts
To nip the germination of seeds of despair!!
Milestone
September 30, 2002
/blockquote>
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