June 8th : The Indigo Revolution…..Coming to a Place Near You This Summer….
Posted on June 8, 2013 by Jean
Actually, this is two posts combined in one. Please enjoy! ~J
Source: StarchildGlobal.com
Thanks to A
June 5th : Shifting….Shifting…..The Indigo Revolution and Turkey ……
In the last two years, I have
been working intensively in Turkey. In fact, I have spent more time in
Turkey than any other country, in what I call my “Middle East Mission”,
working with Archangel Michael and the Masters of Light in this volatile
and crucial region. I have travelled in Anatolia and spent time in the
major cities of Istanbul and Izmir. I love Turkey, and I think I have
come to know it quite well in the last two years. I am not there now,
but I was two weeks ago! And, when I was there in March, I spent a week
in Istanbul just exploring the city and reading up on Turkish history. I
don’t claim to be an expert by any means, but I do understand the
basics and, also the Spiritual aspects of the recent unrest and
violence. And, when I was doing a seminar in Izmir in March, Archangel
Michael did say that there would be a clash between the “Old and the
New” in Turkey, that this would occur in the summer, and that it would
bring fundamental change to the entire region…and ultimately the Global
balance.
Yes, Turkey is what Archangel Michael calls an “Alpha Creation
Point”. This means that seeds are planted in Turkey and they affect
Global Civilization. After the Atlantis events, Turkey was one of the
first places to nurture the new Human civilization that would emerge
without any interference from extraterrestrial life forms through the
Stargates. There are remains of settlements in Turkey that are estimated
to date back 15,000 years before Christ. Also, because of its position
between Europe and Asia, it has been the focal point of many empires
including the Byzantine and Ottoman empires. Today, it is one of the
most successful economies on the Planet, and Istanbul is a vibrant and
busy city that straddles the Bosphorus between Europe and Asia. This is a
picture of me taken last year on the Bosphorus, when I was enjoying a
sunset boat ride on the busy waterway with some friends :
Many people have been taken by surprise by the events in Turkey. In
this case, the uprising or “revolution” is not about economics, its not
about the poor versus the rich, although that may be an aspect of it.
It’s not about politics or religion per se, although these may also be
issues. It’s about a generation of Indigos standing up and saying: “This
doesn’t work for us!”. It’s not surprising that Tayyip Erdogan and the
Security Forces were caught on the back foot so to speak, unable to deal
with what was happening. Erdogan charcaterized the uprising as the work
of “extremists and radicals”, saying that they were “marginal groups”
and that it would soon be over. This same belief in radicals and how you
deal with “radicals” was the motivating force behind the violence from
the police force. Eventually, as resistance swelled and more and more
people of all ages and political persuasions took to the street, it
became evident that there was something else going on here. I think this
picture sums up the nature of what was and is happening…a young woman
wearting only a summer dress and carrying a slim shoulder bag is
teargassed by an aggressive policeman.
Well, I guess what they don’t fully understand is that this is the
Indigo Revolution. It is young people who have said “no…it is enough”
and who will stand calmly in the face of aggression because they are
light warriors and systems busters. That is what they are here for.
Turkey, and most Middle Eastern countries, have huge populations of
young adults, millions of Indigos who know that they are here to make
changes. When I wrote my book “The Indigo Crystal Adventure” with
Archangel Michael, he stressed that it would be the Indigos who would be
the “engine” of change on the Earth, and that they would be fearless in
their missions. This is not to say that they advocate violence. I think
even the Turkish government was slighty taken back at “rioters” who
cleaned up the mess after them and left it all neatly tied up in blue
plastic bags to be collected by the Trash Collection! This is a photo
taken by a friend who lives in Taksim of the Gezi park area after the
first “riot”. There are many images of “protesters” cleaning up the
mess. Looking after the environment is a central part of the issues
here:
And, the
protest and resistance includes all levels of society….here a Crystal
Child covers her face against tear gas…and an Elderly couple join the
crowds in Taksim Square.
And in a picture taken this morning…some protesters get in some early morning yoga in Taksim Square:
As you can see, this Indigo Revolution is practically impossible for
the government machinery to deal with. It is not radicals intent on
violence, or extremists tryng to disrupt society. It appears to be young
people, joined by others, who want to be able to live life beyond the
control of Economic Consumerism that destroys everything in its path.
The actual Indigo Revolution began very quietly here over an incident
of protecting the environment. As you may know, Gezi Park in the Taksim
area was in danger of being taken over by a shopping mall development.
It is apparently the last green area in Taksim, the commerical and
business heart of the Europe side of Istanbul. This small protest began
like Zucotti Park in New York, with protestors camping in the park to
protest the decision of the government to go ahead with this development
without consulting the people. The governmant sent in the Police who
responded as if there was a “radical threat” and used water cannon and
tear gas…on everybody. This was the point when something exploded in the
Turkish Indigo consciousness and the young people took to the streets
of Taksim and Besiktas, another big commercial and business hub on the
Europe side.
At this
point the government tried to dismiss the protests as violent riots
caused by extremists, and this is when everybody started to join in and
it become something of a “Love Revolution”, with people joining together
in non-violent protest. The government backed off, and the Deputy Prime
Minister issued this statement: “The excessive violence that was used
in the first instance against those who were behaving with respect for
the environment is wrong and unfair. I apologize to those citizens,” .
And so, as the government struggles to define the nature of the
Indigo Revolution, there is something of a party atmosphere in Gezi Park
as the people join together to celebrate the Unity of the Turkish
people.
So, when you ask what exactly is this all about, I think you will
find many different points of view. But what is emerging in this Alpha
Seed Zone is a new consciousness of Unity and a desire to live in
Freedom and in a true Democracy that supports all. It is indeed, an
Indigo Revolution.
June 8th : The Indigo Revolution…..Coming to a Place Near You This Summer….
Yes indeed, it looks very much like the “Indigo Revolution” that is
taking place now in Turkey, will be spreading around the world this
summer. But….no need to worry…..the essentials of the Indigo Revolution
are Non-Violent Protest, Love and Sharing, Creativity and a New Way of
Life. This is what we have been waiting for…..an expression of the New
Human, the Fifth Dimensional Human Angel or Crystalline Being, who
thinks Collectively and is “connected” globally. And yes, there will be
turmoil as the “Old” way of thinking….dualism and conflict….tries to
come to terms with the Rainbow Warriors who think Collectively and who
operate from Love and Harmony. There are no “Leaders” to become matyrs
and scapegoats, there is simply an idea whose time has come at last!
The authorities may choose to simply ignore these “protests”, as they
did with the “Occupy” movement, in the hope that they will “fizzle out”
and business can go on as usual. But they have underestimated the power
of peaceful reisistance. Think of Gandhi and becoming the change you
wish to see! The Occupy movement of 2012 has “birthed” the Indigo
Revolution in Turkey, and this is a huge movement that will not be
contained in a few parks and squares. Of course, they may be elements
that will try to subvert the energy and turn on the violence, but they
will not succeed. I know from my friends and contacts in Turkey that
even althoug this is not reported in mainstream media, this is a huge
movement that is making an impression an all levels of Turkish society.
This is a report from Istanbul about the protests in Gezi Park:
“Ever since I’ve lived in Turkey, I always felt that there was a
slight heaviness to the people here (whatever that means). Before today,
I never could figure out where that feeling came from, but now I know.
As I walked through Gezi Park today, where all the protests started, I
realized that the feeling of heaviness had completely disappeared. The
protesters have transformed the park into one of the most unique places
in the world. Children are painting together, some are playing music,
others are planting flower gardens, some drawing or doing communal art,
some are doing yoga, reading books, making new friends, and everyone is
helping out with something. People have set up booths giving away free
food, there are doctors, lawyers, a library, even a vet there to give
their services for free. Others are cleaning, some providing
electricity, and a company even brought in portable toilets. Many of the
businesses are still open, some providing services to the people for
free. Other than a few groups using this opportunity to promote their
causes, and the many signs of the fight the people had to endure to take
back the park, for the most part it is everyday people, doing everyday
things. Except that heaviness is gone. Why? Because everyone is happy,
everyone is hopeful, there is no worry, no one needs anything, but
everyone wants to give something, people are sharing not only their
things, but they are sharing themselves. In a world where people are
consumed by technology, their jobs, and buying things, this is just
remarkable. Never in my life have I experienced a community like this,
and after seeing the passion and determination of the Turkish people, it
doesn’t look like this is going to go away. Of course there is always
the threat of another attack by the police, but after seeing what I saw
today, I don’t think the police have a chance. Once you feel the energy
in Gezi Park, there is no amount of tear gas that can take that away.
Although this is far from over, I think this may be what Turkey needed
to remove that weight upon their shoulders. And I am proud to be a part
of them!”
This is simply an expression of the Collective desire to live
differently. Instead of being “herded” into Shopping Malls to support
the Engine of Consumerism in Istanbul, and believe me its going pretty
much better there than many other places right now, these people have
chosen to make a statement for another way of life. Sharing, Collective
support, Peace and Creativity and a sense of Fun and Humor…..the Indigo
Revolution.
So, why will it spread rapidly? Because the World is ready for
another way of Life and another way of doing things…peacefully and with
creativity, fun and humor. Enough with the Gloom and Doom, the Apocalyse
and all that misery inherited from Atlantis. The Indigos and Crystals
are here and they are reclaiming our Earth and their Future! It would be
a smart move to take notice.
It all began with the desire to protect the environment and nature,
Gezi Park, in Istranbul. Unlike the Occupy Movement where the issue was
money and the gap between the rich and the poor, in Istanbul it was the
environment and the desire to protect what little green space was still
left ion the city. And, when one considers how this “green space” has
been transformed into a “Community Center” with a very different focus
from the business and economic focus of the rest of Istanbul, it is
evident why green spaces are important. And, part of the use of this
green space has been for Creative events, Concerts and other creative
manifestations of the Human Spirit.
One of the symbols of the Protest movement is in fact the Penguin.
Why? Because when the protests began the Turkish CNN channel did not
broadcast coverage of the events, but rather played a socumentary on
penguins. Since then the Penguin has become a humorous symbol of the way
in which information is suppressed by the mainstream media in Turkey. I
love this image of a Penguin wearing a gas mask…..a fun of way of
saying that even the penguins are part of the Indigo Revolution;
And….another use for Police Barricades…..
The whole point with the Indigo Revolution is to find solutions, not
to engage in conflict and violence. We can find solutions to Earth’s
problems if we work together as a Global Collective. Of course, this is
not going to find favor with authorities that derive their power from
economic slavery, division and war. But, the time has come, the New
Human is here and it is time for change. The forces of History and
Evolution are on the side of the Indigos.
Yes…it’s definitely about the trees….and the grass and the parks.
It’s about Communities and about Sharing. It’s about enough for everyone
and no one going without. It’s about Love and Hope, rather than fear
and hardship.
It’s about listening to the voices of Young People and of Women, and
of respecting their right to an opinion and an independent point of
view. Women and young people are not just possesions of the state. They
are also entitled to their lives and to express themselves.
So, why will this Indigo Revolution be spreading rapidly this summer,
beyond the borders of Turkey? Because the Energy of the Turkish Indigo
Revolution will find resonance with many other young people around the
world. The IDEA has been manifested, it has been demonstrated that a
whole country can be swept up in an expression of the New Energy and a
desire for a very different way of life.
It will take a while for those governments and people still stuck in
third dimensional ways of thinking to actually work out what the Indigo
Revolution means and the changes it will bring. The Third Dimensional
Mind, which is primarily Individualistic is starting to confront the
Fifth Dimensional Being that is primarily Collective. Or, to put it
another way, the old energy being is firstly and individual and then
part of a collective. Problems are refereed back to the individual. On
the other hand, the New Human is Collective and solves problems within a
collective framework, while still maintaining the essence of individual
consciousness. And as we all know, what often seems insoluable to the
individual is often easily solved by Group Effort, by the new sense of
Community that is emerging.
I always knew that when Archangel Michael began speaking about
Community a few years ago, that he was speaking about very large groups
of people, not just small intentional communities in the countryside. A
sense of Community begins with a sense of Global Community, of Human
Community, that crosses traditional boundaries. A Community is not just
people who share your particular political or religious ideology, as
Turkey has shown, it is everyone who wants to live with Freedom, Peace
and Hope. With Optimism and Joy.
That is a really big Community!
And that is why you can expect the Indigo Revolution to be arriving
at a place near you soon! There are millions of young people around the
Earth, connected by Social Media, and ready to stand up and live the New
Energy and the New Community. It is time to see that there is nothing
that cannot be changed for the better if we stand together, in Peace and
in Love.
Thanks to: http://jhaines6.wordpress.com
Posted on June 8, 2013 by Jean
Actually, this is two posts combined in one. Please enjoy! ~J
Source: StarchildGlobal.com
Thanks to A
June 5th : Shifting….Shifting…..The Indigo Revolution and Turkey ……
In the last two years, I have
been working intensively in Turkey. In fact, I have spent more time in
Turkey than any other country, in what I call my “Middle East Mission”,
working with Archangel Michael and the Masters of Light in this volatile
and crucial region. I have travelled in Anatolia and spent time in the
major cities of Istanbul and Izmir. I love Turkey, and I think I have
come to know it quite well in the last two years. I am not there now,
but I was two weeks ago! And, when I was there in March, I spent a week
in Istanbul just exploring the city and reading up on Turkish history. I
don’t claim to be an expert by any means, but I do understand the
basics and, also the Spiritual aspects of the recent unrest and
violence. And, when I was doing a seminar in Izmir in March, Archangel
Michael did say that there would be a clash between the “Old and the
New” in Turkey, that this would occur in the summer, and that it would
bring fundamental change to the entire region…and ultimately the Global
balance.
Yes, Turkey is what Archangel Michael calls an “Alpha Creation
Point”. This means that seeds are planted in Turkey and they affect
Global Civilization. After the Atlantis events, Turkey was one of the
first places to nurture the new Human civilization that would emerge
without any interference from extraterrestrial life forms through the
Stargates. There are remains of settlements in Turkey that are estimated
to date back 15,000 years before Christ. Also, because of its position
between Europe and Asia, it has been the focal point of many empires
including the Byzantine and Ottoman empires. Today, it is one of the
most successful economies on the Planet, and Istanbul is a vibrant and
busy city that straddles the Bosphorus between Europe and Asia. This is a
picture of me taken last year on the Bosphorus, when I was enjoying a
sunset boat ride on the busy waterway with some friends :
Many people have been taken by surprise by the events in Turkey. In
this case, the uprising or “revolution” is not about economics, its not
about the poor versus the rich, although that may be an aspect of it.
It’s not about politics or religion per se, although these may also be
issues. It’s about a generation of Indigos standing up and saying: “This
doesn’t work for us!”. It’s not surprising that Tayyip Erdogan and the
Security Forces were caught on the back foot so to speak, unable to deal
with what was happening. Erdogan charcaterized the uprising as the work
of “extremists and radicals”, saying that they were “marginal groups”
and that it would soon be over. This same belief in radicals and how you
deal with “radicals” was the motivating force behind the violence from
the police force. Eventually, as resistance swelled and more and more
people of all ages and political persuasions took to the street, it
became evident that there was something else going on here. I think this
picture sums up the nature of what was and is happening…a young woman
wearting only a summer dress and carrying a slim shoulder bag is
teargassed by an aggressive policeman.
Well, I guess what they don’t fully understand is that this is the
Indigo Revolution. It is young people who have said “no…it is enough”
and who will stand calmly in the face of aggression because they are
light warriors and systems busters. That is what they are here for.
Turkey, and most Middle Eastern countries, have huge populations of
young adults, millions of Indigos who know that they are here to make
changes. When I wrote my book “The Indigo Crystal Adventure” with
Archangel Michael, he stressed that it would be the Indigos who would be
the “engine” of change on the Earth, and that they would be fearless in
their missions. This is not to say that they advocate violence. I think
even the Turkish government was slighty taken back at “rioters” who
cleaned up the mess after them and left it all neatly tied up in blue
plastic bags to be collected by the Trash Collection! This is a photo
taken by a friend who lives in Taksim of the Gezi park area after the
first “riot”. There are many images of “protesters” cleaning up the
mess. Looking after the environment is a central part of the issues
here:
And, the
protest and resistance includes all levels of society….here a Crystal
Child covers her face against tear gas…and an Elderly couple join the
crowds in Taksim Square.
And in a picture taken this morning…some protesters get in some early morning yoga in Taksim Square:
As you can see, this Indigo Revolution is practically impossible for
the government machinery to deal with. It is not radicals intent on
violence, or extremists tryng to disrupt society. It appears to be young
people, joined by others, who want to be able to live life beyond the
control of Economic Consumerism that destroys everything in its path.
The actual Indigo Revolution began very quietly here over an incident
of protecting the environment. As you may know, Gezi Park in the Taksim
area was in danger of being taken over by a shopping mall development.
It is apparently the last green area in Taksim, the commerical and
business heart of the Europe side of Istanbul. This small protest began
like Zucotti Park in New York, with protestors camping in the park to
protest the decision of the government to go ahead with this development
without consulting the people. The governmant sent in the Police who
responded as if there was a “radical threat” and used water cannon and
tear gas…on everybody. This was the point when something exploded in the
Turkish Indigo consciousness and the young people took to the streets
of Taksim and Besiktas, another big commercial and business hub on the
Europe side.
At this
point the government tried to dismiss the protests as violent riots
caused by extremists, and this is when everybody started to join in and
it become something of a “Love Revolution”, with people joining together
in non-violent protest. The government backed off, and the Deputy Prime
Minister issued this statement: “The excessive violence that was used
in the first instance against those who were behaving with respect for
the environment is wrong and unfair. I apologize to those citizens,” .
And so, as the government struggles to define the nature of the
Indigo Revolution, there is something of a party atmosphere in Gezi Park
as the people join together to celebrate the Unity of the Turkish
people.
So, when you ask what exactly is this all about, I think you will
find many different points of view. But what is emerging in this Alpha
Seed Zone is a new consciousness of Unity and a desire to live in
Freedom and in a true Democracy that supports all. It is indeed, an
Indigo Revolution.
June 8th : The Indigo Revolution…..Coming to a Place Near You This Summer….
Yes indeed, it looks very much like the “Indigo Revolution” that is
taking place now in Turkey, will be spreading around the world this
summer. But….no need to worry…..the essentials of the Indigo Revolution
are Non-Violent Protest, Love and Sharing, Creativity and a New Way of
Life. This is what we have been waiting for…..an expression of the New
Human, the Fifth Dimensional Human Angel or Crystalline Being, who
thinks Collectively and is “connected” globally. And yes, there will be
turmoil as the “Old” way of thinking….dualism and conflict….tries to
come to terms with the Rainbow Warriors who think Collectively and who
operate from Love and Harmony. There are no “Leaders” to become matyrs
and scapegoats, there is simply an idea whose time has come at last!
The authorities may choose to simply ignore these “protests”, as they
did with the “Occupy” movement, in the hope that they will “fizzle out”
and business can go on as usual. But they have underestimated the power
of peaceful reisistance. Think of Gandhi and becoming the change you
wish to see! The Occupy movement of 2012 has “birthed” the Indigo
Revolution in Turkey, and this is a huge movement that will not be
contained in a few parks and squares. Of course, they may be elements
that will try to subvert the energy and turn on the violence, but they
will not succeed. I know from my friends and contacts in Turkey that
even althoug this is not reported in mainstream media, this is a huge
movement that is making an impression an all levels of Turkish society.
This is a report from Istanbul about the protests in Gezi Park:
“Ever since I’ve lived in Turkey, I always felt that there was a
slight heaviness to the people here (whatever that means). Before today,
I never could figure out where that feeling came from, but now I know.
As I walked through Gezi Park today, where all the protests started, I
realized that the feeling of heaviness had completely disappeared. The
protesters have transformed the park into one of the most unique places
in the world. Children are painting together, some are playing music,
others are planting flower gardens, some drawing or doing communal art,
some are doing yoga, reading books, making new friends, and everyone is
helping out with something. People have set up booths giving away free
food, there are doctors, lawyers, a library, even a vet there to give
their services for free. Others are cleaning, some providing
electricity, and a company even brought in portable toilets. Many of the
businesses are still open, some providing services to the people for
free. Other than a few groups using this opportunity to promote their
causes, and the many signs of the fight the people had to endure to take
back the park, for the most part it is everyday people, doing everyday
things. Except that heaviness is gone. Why? Because everyone is happy,
everyone is hopeful, there is no worry, no one needs anything, but
everyone wants to give something, people are sharing not only their
things, but they are sharing themselves. In a world where people are
consumed by technology, their jobs, and buying things, this is just
remarkable. Never in my life have I experienced a community like this,
and after seeing the passion and determination of the Turkish people, it
doesn’t look like this is going to go away. Of course there is always
the threat of another attack by the police, but after seeing what I saw
today, I don’t think the police have a chance. Once you feel the energy
in Gezi Park, there is no amount of tear gas that can take that away.
Although this is far from over, I think this may be what Turkey needed
to remove that weight upon their shoulders. And I am proud to be a part
of them!”
This is simply an expression of the Collective desire to live
differently. Instead of being “herded” into Shopping Malls to support
the Engine of Consumerism in Istanbul, and believe me its going pretty
much better there than many other places right now, these people have
chosen to make a statement for another way of life. Sharing, Collective
support, Peace and Creativity and a sense of Fun and Humor…..the Indigo
Revolution.
So, why will it spread rapidly? Because the World is ready for
another way of Life and another way of doing things…peacefully and with
creativity, fun and humor. Enough with the Gloom and Doom, the Apocalyse
and all that misery inherited from Atlantis. The Indigos and Crystals
are here and they are reclaiming our Earth and their Future! It would be
a smart move to take notice.
It all began with the desire to protect the environment and nature,
Gezi Park, in Istranbul. Unlike the Occupy Movement where the issue was
money and the gap between the rich and the poor, in Istanbul it was the
environment and the desire to protect what little green space was still
left ion the city. And, when one considers how this “green space” has
been transformed into a “Community Center” with a very different focus
from the business and economic focus of the rest of Istanbul, it is
evident why green spaces are important. And, part of the use of this
green space has been for Creative events, Concerts and other creative
manifestations of the Human Spirit.
One of the symbols of the Protest movement is in fact the Penguin.
Why? Because when the protests began the Turkish CNN channel did not
broadcast coverage of the events, but rather played a socumentary on
penguins. Since then the Penguin has become a humorous symbol of the way
in which information is suppressed by the mainstream media in Turkey. I
love this image of a Penguin wearing a gas mask…..a fun of way of
saying that even the penguins are part of the Indigo Revolution;
And….another use for Police Barricades…..
The whole point with the Indigo Revolution is to find solutions, not
to engage in conflict and violence. We can find solutions to Earth’s
problems if we work together as a Global Collective. Of course, this is
not going to find favor with authorities that derive their power from
economic slavery, division and war. But, the time has come, the New
Human is here and it is time for change. The forces of History and
Evolution are on the side of the Indigos.
Yes…it’s definitely about the trees….and the grass and the parks.
It’s about Communities and about Sharing. It’s about enough for everyone
and no one going without. It’s about Love and Hope, rather than fear
and hardship.
It’s about listening to the voices of Young People and of Women, and
of respecting their right to an opinion and an independent point of
view. Women and young people are not just possesions of the state. They
are also entitled to their lives and to express themselves.
So, why will this Indigo Revolution be spreading rapidly this summer,
beyond the borders of Turkey? Because the Energy of the Turkish Indigo
Revolution will find resonance with many other young people around the
world. The IDEA has been manifested, it has been demonstrated that a
whole country can be swept up in an expression of the New Energy and a
desire for a very different way of life.
It will take a while for those governments and people still stuck in
third dimensional ways of thinking to actually work out what the Indigo
Revolution means and the changes it will bring. The Third Dimensional
Mind, which is primarily Individualistic is starting to confront the
Fifth Dimensional Being that is primarily Collective. Or, to put it
another way, the old energy being is firstly and individual and then
part of a collective. Problems are refereed back to the individual. On
the other hand, the New Human is Collective and solves problems within a
collective framework, while still maintaining the essence of individual
consciousness. And as we all know, what often seems insoluable to the
individual is often easily solved by Group Effort, by the new sense of
Community that is emerging.
I always knew that when Archangel Michael began speaking about
Community a few years ago, that he was speaking about very large groups
of people, not just small intentional communities in the countryside. A
sense of Community begins with a sense of Global Community, of Human
Community, that crosses traditional boundaries. A Community is not just
people who share your particular political or religious ideology, as
Turkey has shown, it is everyone who wants to live with Freedom, Peace
and Hope. With Optimism and Joy.
That is a really big Community!
And that is why you can expect the Indigo Revolution to be arriving
at a place near you soon! There are millions of young people around the
Earth, connected by Social Media, and ready to stand up and live the New
Energy and the New Community. It is time to see that there is nothing
that cannot be changed for the better if we stand together, in Peace and
in Love.
Thanks to: http://jhaines6.wordpress.com