January 18

In life we are constantly moving into a new phase. Knowing how, where, and when to do this as gracefully as possible is not usually accomplished without experiencing anxiety and growing pains.

One way or another we all depend upon one another even though it is not all that easy to always get along. We all have a need to be happy, independent, and contented, while realizing that aloneness constitutes loneliness. Joyfulness in concert with the company of others leads to a longer, healthier life. People are social interactive and interdependent beings who collectively thrive by being united, engaged, and supportively observant of one another.

We here at SALT believe that there are countless individuals who have worked in environments that made them uncomfortable because of the unfair and unjust practices observed. We know right from wrong and we are not content to look the other way. We are also not content to leave a broken system, which also breaks hearts and people, unfixed for the next generation. Just to observe problems and injustices and not take action to be part of the solution is a wasted life. We are going to leave this life whether we wasted it or used it.

We have observed countless fraudulent and unethical business and service practices. Because of our observations we have something to constructively offer. We can serve one another in many ways just by being around, caring, contributing good will and merriment, and orchestrating interesting things to do and see. We can delay or cancel the necessity of assuming life in an assisted living facility or a nursing home. We can be a benefit to each other and those in every generation if we make the effort to keep ourselves healthy, active, and alert.

We have skills that will serve us well as we simply collectively strive for the truth. We deserve to live in an environment where our well-being will be respected and protected. If we can be objective and open-minded we will provide a model for others to emulate.

There is an overwhelming need for us to be investigative reporters who maintain newsletters and other publications that mandate that the system be more accountable, more effective, and just, relative to cost and unbiased performance. We need ethnic, social, cultural, talent, and skill diversity. We need ethical caring people who represent a wide range of occupations, professions, hobbies, and interests. We need to be flexible. We will have plenty of time to get rigid after we die.

Since we have an ongoing bed and breakfast, potentially interested individuals can visit us and interact with us on as many occasions as they desire before deciding whether they would like to come for a short term trial experience, a longer stay, or a permanent residence. The website address for the B&B is http://wynkenblynkennod.com .

Peace and solidarity,

Don