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Seven Spiritual Laws of Success

One of my favourite books ever is Deepak Chopra's Seven Spiritual Laws of Success. When I say "favourite book ever" I mean one of the most important practical books on how to put all the big ideas, wants and wishes into actions for success!

Now there's a DVD! And Olivia Newton John is in it! For all you folks who need an extra boost towards success, why not give the DVD a try - even if you've read the book - it might persuade me away from my current TV addicition - CSI!

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Fast Food Nation - The Movie - Update

Since my post about The Backwards Hamburger, and the Fast Food Nation movie, I've been looking out for the movie here in Scotland.

In fact, I just mentioned yesterday that I was disappointed it hadn't been shown here, and was wondering when it would be released on DVD.

The author of the original book and movie - Eric Schlosser - has just been interviewed on Radio 4, and I'm delighted to reveal that the movie will be shown on general release in the UK in March.

The Meatrix II.5

Hot on the heels of The Backward Hamburger, Free Range Studios have issued the latest episode of The Meatrix II.5.

The themes covered are those we see already in The Backward Hamburger.

Your kids will love the action and appreciate the underlying message.

The film leads you to take action at the Participate campaign - its a mainly US site, but take a look - the actions are worthy.

The Backwards Hamburger

The folks at Free Range Studios have been at it again - this time they were commissioned to produce a flash movie to promote the film Fast Food Nation.

A few years before SuperSize Me, the Fast Food Nation book told the story of the hamburger industry. Calling into question the industry's ethics, tactics and downright evil, the book's message really hit hard, and  I haven't looked at a McD's the same way since.

Well, now there's a Fast Food Nation movie, due out later this month.
Visit www.backwardshamburger.com - there's also a You Tube version - to find out more.

You can also buy the book here:

The man who planted trees

4th & 5th November saw the family visiting the Organic Food Festival in Glasgow, organised by the Soil Association.

A great time was had by all, and more information will be contained in later articles.

Top of the event was most definitely a puppet show by the Puppet State Theatre Company called The Man Who Planted Trees - based on Jean Giono's story originally published in Vogue in the 50's.

A wonderfully evocative, moving and entertaining show - this performance was much more than we ever expected from a "puppet show".

An exquisite delivery by performers Richard Medrington and Rick Conte ensured the rapt attention of the kids and adults. We were somehow cocooned and cosseted and moved and entertained all in one.

The performance received rave reviews at the Edinburgh Festival, and that praise was certainly well deserved. Great news is that for anyone in Edinburgh over the festive period, the show will be aired at the Theatre Workshop from 22nd - 30th December. It really is a must for everyone - kids or not, and is especially recommended for kids from 7yrs upwards - the younger ones will also enjoy the characters and the set and the interaction with the performers. As an adult you won't fail to be moved by the story.

If you run a group of any kind and are looking for some entertainment, then I recommend getting these guys along. It is, of course particularly appropriate for anyone who is looking at tree planting - either ceremonially, or indeed for environmental reasons.

We'll definitely be back. 5 stars!!!

Al Gore's Inconvenient Truth

YOU MUST GO SEE THIS FILM.
Apologies for shouting - but its really important.
We're facing a climate crisis - and we can change it ...

We watched Al Gore's An Inconvenient Truth at the weekend.
We'd seen him on Channel 4 (or was it More4?) a couple of weeks back, but weren't too impressed with the interviewer and programme format.

Al Gore is impressive. The film is beautifully presented. The tone gentle, yet convincing.

And we left scared. Scared mostly because our politicians and businesses aren't doing enough to change our world.

Please go and see the movie - or at the very least buy the DVD (out mid-November, I think).
Tell all your friends. Tell your schools. Tell your family. Tell your business colleagues. Tell your council. Tell your MP.

From the ground up - we must change.

See www.climatecrisis.net for more info.