by John » Tue Jan 22, 2019 9:14 am
Kathy S wrote:
> Hello John,
> I am so sorry to read this morning's article about the suspension
> of your posts; I had begun reading them everyday before all other
> news. I find your theory fascinating, and have forwarded your site
> to many people, most, like me, lovers of the study of history. I
> must say, I've never found reading them "boring!"
> Born in 1960, for years I have watched the values I was raised
> with disappear from much of America. Though I tried very hard to
> raise my own children with the same values, it seemed a losing
> battle as society changed before my eyes...a great upheaval was
> occurring..a vomiting of those American values in the 70's and
> 80's as the generation of the 60's began teaching THEIR dubious
> values in our universities. Your theory put words to my
> feelings...watching the pot come to a boil is very apt. Apt, and
> terrifying. Where are we when we have no values? When we have no
> moral compass...when "anything goes?" When human life itself
> holds no value? It's hard not to lose hope in humanity when people
> are so very predictable, but I keep hoping. It's all we have,
> isn't it?
> Thank you so much for your archives. I will read them all, and I
> look forward to buying your book on China.
> Stay well,
> Sincerely, Kathy
Yes. As much as young people hate the Silent Generation, they managed
the world and kept us out of trouble. Now they're gone, and the world
is in a great deal of trouble.
Silent Guest 1 wrote:
> The South Korean/Japan escalating stand off is evidence of
> generational theory dynamics. Oral lore IS history. Obliteration
> of the nuclear family has played a major part in the moral
> degeneration of which Kathy speaks.
> A grey fog envelops the world. The black evil forces seem to be
> pushing the white principled in justice and righteousness to a
> pathetic cliff-hanging fringe.
> 2019 is a pivotal year. If the border wall sellout takes place,
> chaos will reign. No one should miss the ominous sign of the
> French being beacons of hope.
> To all: stay on red alert, be armed and keep your powder dry.
> John please pause in your creative efforts for self-care.
> Regards, Sue
Jullien1 wrote:
> Dear John,
> I am so sad, Generational Dynamics is one of the gems of the
> Web. At least can we hope for a continuing existence of your site
> with small articles from times to times as in the beginning of it
> in 2003 and may we see you again daily when your book will be
> published? Thanks for everything,
> S.JULLIEN
shoshin wrote:
> I will miss these little daily get-togethers. Good luck on your
> book.
utahbob wrote:
> John,
> Sorry to see you go off line. Glad to read that you may have a
> periodical updates (weekly, bi-weekly or monthly?) Your website is
> my first read of the day. I will be purchasing a copy of your
> books soon. I am glad that you you spoke to my unit. May you have
> good fortunes in the future. Very respectfully, Bob
Yes, I enjoyed giving that presentation at Fort Devens in 2011.
Thanks for inviting me.
For those who would like to read the presentation, it's still
available on my web site:
http://www.generationaldynamics.com/pg/ ... p.p604.htm
George-in-RoyalOaks wrote:
> Sorry you are no longer going to provide a daily article. I have
> viewed every one scene 2010. Each one has been interesting and
> enlightening.
> Thank you for the your efforts and persistence. I will miss
> reading your thought.
zzazz wrote:
> Even if you are wrong about the singularity and climate change and
> even if GD is mostly BS and even if you have an overpowering
> right-wing bias, it was nevertheless a pleasure to read about
> world events that would otherwise never reach my ears. I'll miss
> you as much as your fans will.
Lol! Thanks for your comments in the last year or two. It's always
good to have a class clown around to provide humor when the subject
matter is serious.
bluebird wrote:
> John, Thank you for all the articles on Generational Theory. They
> have broadened my view of the world. Looking forward to your book
> on China.
FishbellykanakaDude wrote:
> You do realize, people, namely people NOT named John X, that he's
> now (essentially) giving you the opportunity to contribute what
> YOU'VE found that others (here) might find interesting,.. right?
> (( "The Mixer" is one place to post things, 'though I'd suggest
> asking John where he'd prefer your contribs,.. as well as
> inquiring about him creating a special super-thread for "User
> Dailies", or a thread with "your name" on it. ))
> And my guess is that he'll still be "forced" (by his internal
> "forcer guy") to post those REALLY interesting things that he
> finds that make posting them non-boring to him.
> So, here's your chance. When something particularly "arousing" (in
> a GD Theory sort of way) comes your way, chuck it in here, and see
> who'll chew on it.
> I like to keep my jaw muscles in tip-top shape, so I'm one who
> will chew on pretty much anything tossed my way, by the way.
>
> So,.. viva la evolution! ..as it were.
> Aloha nui gangies! Nā mahalo to yʻall! <shaka!>
mooreupp wrote:
> Thank you for doing this for so many years and look forward to
> seeing what still comes out.
> If I may suggest one thing still for the site. I would really like
> to have one central page with an overview of generational theory.
> I know the old book was on the main page (now your book on Iran is
> which I will be reading soon), but think the theory progressed
> since then and would like something shorter but detailed to point
> people to when I explain the theory.
> Regardless, this site has helped me learn so much about the world,
> my own country, and people in general. Thank you.
I'll see what I can do.
Guest wrote:
> John, I have been reading this site for years and trying to spread
> the info gleaned from it to others who have all rejected it. I
> understand what it is like to be in the wilderness; I have been
> there for most of my life. And, truth be told, I like it. It's
> good to be on the side of right, even if it just means misery.
> I buy your books. I hope others do too.
> Take care.
That's an interesting way of looking at it.
Trevor wrote:
> I hope to see more articles in the future, but if not, thank you
> for all the work you've done. Generational Dynamics is a valuable
> theory, and this is the only news that I trust.
> I may not always have agreed with you, but everything you've
> written is worth reading. Good luck on your book about China; I
> look forward to reading it.
Thanks to all of you for your messages. I really appreciate it.
[quote="Kathy S"]
> Hello John,
> I am so sorry to read this morning's article about the suspension
> of your posts; I had begun reading them everyday before all other
> news. I find your theory fascinating, and have forwarded your site
> to many people, most, like me, lovers of the study of history. I
> must say, I've never found reading them "boring!"
> Born in 1960, for years I have watched the values I was raised
> with disappear from much of America. Though I tried very hard to
> raise my own children with the same values, it seemed a losing
> battle as society changed before my eyes...a great upheaval was
> occurring..a vomiting of those American values in the 70's and
> 80's as the generation of the 60's began teaching THEIR dubious
> values in our universities. Your theory put words to my
> feelings...watching the pot come to a boil is very apt. Apt, and
> terrifying. Where are we when we have no values? When we have no
> moral compass...when "anything goes?" When human life itself
> holds no value? It's hard not to lose hope in humanity when people
> are so very predictable, but I keep hoping. It's all we have,
> isn't it?
> Thank you so much for your archives. I will read them all, and I
> look forward to buying your book on China.
> Stay well,
> Sincerely, Kathy[/quote]
Yes. As much as young people hate the Silent Generation, they managed
the world and kept us out of trouble. Now they're gone, and the world
is in a great deal of trouble.
[quote="Silent Guest 1"]
> The South Korean/Japan escalating stand off is evidence of
> generational theory dynamics. Oral lore IS history. Obliteration
> of the nuclear family has played a major part in the moral
> degeneration of which Kathy speaks.
> A grey fog envelops the world. The black evil forces seem to be
> pushing the white principled in justice and righteousness to a
> pathetic cliff-hanging fringe.
> 2019 is a pivotal year. If the border wall sellout takes place,
> chaos will reign. No one should miss the ominous sign of the
> French being beacons of hope.
> To all: stay on red alert, be armed and keep your powder dry.
> John please pause in your creative efforts for self-care.
> Regards, Sue[/quote]
[quote="Jullien1"]
> Dear John,
> I am so sad, Generational Dynamics is one of the gems of the
> Web. At least can we hope for a continuing existence of your site
> with small articles from times to times as in the beginning of it
> in 2003 and may we see you again daily when your book will be
> published? Thanks for everything,
> S.JULLIEN[/quote]
[quote="shoshin"]
> I will miss these little daily get-togethers. Good luck on your
> book.[/quote]
[quote="utahbob"]
> John,
> Sorry to see you go off line. Glad to read that you may have a
> periodical updates (weekly, bi-weekly or monthly?) Your website is
> my first read of the day. I will be purchasing a copy of your
> books soon. I am glad that you you spoke to my unit. May you have
> good fortunes in the future. Very respectfully, Bob[/quote]
Yes, I enjoyed giving that presentation at Fort Devens in 2011.
Thanks for inviting me.
For those who would like to read the presentation, it's still
available on my web site:
http://www.generationaldynamics.com/pg/ww2010.p.p604.htm
[quote="George-in-RoyalOaks"]
> Sorry you are no longer going to provide a daily article. I have
> viewed every one scene 2010. Each one has been interesting and
> enlightening.
> Thank you for the your efforts and persistence. I will miss
> reading your thought.[/quote]
[quote="zzazz"]
> Even if you are wrong about the singularity and climate change and
> even if GD is mostly BS and even if you have an overpowering
> right-wing bias, it was nevertheless a pleasure to read about
> world events that would otherwise never reach my ears. I'll miss
> you as much as your fans will.[/quote]
Lol! Thanks for your comments in the last year or two. It's always
good to have a class clown around to provide humor when the subject
matter is serious.
[quote="bluebird"]
> John, Thank you for all the articles on Generational Theory. They
> have broadened my view of the world. Looking forward to your book
> on China.[/quote]
[quote="FishbellykanakaDude"]
> You do realize, people, namely people NOT named John X, that he's
> now (essentially) giving you the opportunity to contribute what
> YOU'VE found that others (here) might find interesting,.. right?
> (( "The Mixer" is one place to post things, 'though I'd suggest
> asking John where he'd prefer your contribs,.. as well as
> inquiring about him creating a special super-thread for "User
> Dailies", or a thread with "your name" on it. ))
> And my guess is that he'll still be "forced" (by his internal
> "forcer guy") to post those REALLY interesting things that he
> finds that make posting them non-boring to him.
> So, here's your chance. When something particularly "arousing" (in
> a GD Theory sort of way) comes your way, chuck it in here, and see
> who'll chew on it.
> I like to keep my jaw muscles in tip-top shape, so I'm one who
> will chew on pretty much anything tossed my way, by the way.
> :)
> So,.. viva la evolution! ..as it were.
> Aloha nui gangies! Nā mahalo to yʻall! <shaka!>[/quote]
[quote="mooreupp"]
> Thank you for doing this for so many years and look forward to
> seeing what still comes out.
> If I may suggest one thing still for the site. I would really like
> to have one central page with an overview of generational theory.
> I know the old book was on the main page (now your book on Iran is
> which I will be reading soon), but think the theory progressed
> since then and would like something shorter but detailed to point
> people to when I explain the theory.
> Regardless, this site has helped me learn so much about the world,
> my own country, and people in general. Thank you.[/quote]
I'll see what I can do.
[quote="Guest"]
> John, I have been reading this site for years and trying to spread
> the info gleaned from it to others who have all rejected it. I
> understand what it is like to be in the wilderness; I have been
> there for most of my life. And, truth be told, I like it. It's
> good to be on the side of right, even if it just means misery.
> I buy your books. I hope others do too.
> Take care.[/quote]
That's an interesting way of looking at it.
[quote="Trevor"]
> I hope to see more articles in the future, but if not, thank you
> for all the work you've done. Generational Dynamics is a valuable
> theory, and this is the only news that I trust.
> I may not always have agreed with you, but everything you've
> written is worth reading. Good luck on your book about China; I
> look forward to reading it.[/quote]
Thanks to all of you for your messages. I really appreciate it.