"Those who cannot remember the past are
Why do so few humans forget that this also applies to their past relationships?condemned to repeat it"George Santayana
February 2, 2012
Philosphical Pax
February 1, 2012
Potential Port for Pax's area
News just in....
The Defence Force Posture Review is looking at whether Australia's military resources are situated in the right geographic locations.
In its progress report released yesterday, it says the Navy will need more facilities in northern Australia.
The report says Brisbane is the most promising location for a new fleet base on the east coast.
The base could be home to the planned Future Submarine fleet and Air Warfare Destroyers.
The report says Brisbane's port is rated for nuclear powered warships, which would allow for visits by the US Navy.
It also says the city has the infrastructure needed to support a major naval base. It suggests a base in Brisbane would complement rather than replace the Navy's Garden Island home base in Sydney.
Australian Defence Association spokesman Neil James says it is unlikely large naval ships would be based in Brisbane.
"If anything is based in Brisbane they won't be destroyers and frigates," he said.
"They're more likely to be something on the amphibious side, but even then it's more likely than not that they would be regularly visiting ships rather than home-ported there."
The final report of the Australian Defence Force Posture review is due in March.
Brisbane touted for new naval base
Updated
Brisbane (...Australia...) has been flagged as the likely location for a new Navy base.
In its progress report released yesterday, it says the Navy will need more facilities in northern Australia.
The report says Brisbane is the most promising location for a new fleet base on the east coast.
The base could be home to the planned Future Submarine fleet and Air Warfare Destroyers.
The report says Brisbane's port is rated for nuclear powered warships, which would allow for visits by the US Navy.
It also says the city has the infrastructure needed to support a major naval base. It suggests a base in Brisbane would complement rather than replace the Navy's Garden Island home base in Sydney.
Australian Defence Association spokesman Neil James says it is unlikely large naval ships would be based in Brisbane.
"If anything is based in Brisbane they won't be destroyers and frigates," he said.
"They're more likely to be something on the amphibious side, but even then it's more likely than not that they would be regularly visiting ships rather than home-ported there."
The final report of the Australian Defence Force Posture review is due in March.
January 24, 2012
Potentially Paddling Pax
aka "Where did I leave my water wings?"
Long time readers may recall that about this time last year, parts of my home state (Queensland Australia) had some exciting floods (recap of it here)
Guess what's happening now? - if you guessed 100's of Millimeters of Rain falling in my local area today - you get the (rather soggy) door prize!
No need for me to panic though - my apartment block is on higher ground and is well sealed from the weather. Getting to work tomorrow may involve some splishing & splashing about, however with the new Bus transit overpass I'll avoid the one creek that could reach over flowing/ path impeding.
And with Thursday being Australia Day (a public holiday here) - with Friday my rostered day off - I really don't need to reach anywhere important until next Monday. Plenty of time for the water to subside.
Hmmm... this living in the "Sub-Tropics" - not always as great as it's cracked up to be in the tourist brochures!
Long time readers may recall that about this time last year, parts of my home state (Queensland Australia) had some exciting floods (recap of it here)
Guess what's happening now? - if you guessed 100's of Millimeters of Rain falling in my local area today - you get the (rather soggy) door prize!
No need for me to panic though - my apartment block is on higher ground and is well sealed from the weather. Getting to work tomorrow may involve some splishing & splashing about, however with the new Bus transit overpass I'll avoid the one creek that could reach over flowing/ path impeding.
And with Thursday being Australia Day (a public holiday here) - with Friday my rostered day off - I really don't need to reach anywhere important until next Monday. Plenty of time for the water to subside.
Hmmm... this living in the "Sub-Tropics" - not always as great as it's cracked up to be in the tourist brochures!
January 18, 2012
January 17, 2012
January Pax-ing
It's Quiet at Casa de Pax.... too quiet.
My neighbours are, no doubt, now sighing with happiness that the majority of my Apartment renovations are complete (for now that is - one day I will afford that Bathroom refit I swear).
Almost 10 months of work have resulted in a more live able space - one that is uniquely "Me" (and returned the apartment to pre-Ex-done renovation valuation - nice to be able to add at least $10K to the eventually resale price).
Much of the work was D.I.Y - which resulted in a great deal of extra work done by my Dad that I did not foresee (he's a stubborn old dear - determined that it's better if he does things rather than risk me injuring myself. I do so treasure him!)
Actually talking about my Dad - he's got some notion that now my renovations are almost complete - that I am at risk of an Emotional breakdown of some sort. It's true that I may have initially used the "keep busy" factor to stave off dealing in part with the relationship breakup but eventually one (if you are a rational being that is) comes to terms that faults were on both sides and that Life should be embraced (regardless of how much a fool you feel for being a blind and giving idiot for X amount of years)
So yes... I've moved on - keeping my "Crazy Cat Lady" impulses to a minimum - and focusing on MY needs and wants for a change. (oh if you are wondering - on the "wants" list. More penguins... you can't go wrong with Penguins. But that's another post entirely :D)
I expect the anniversary of his leaving in February to pass - if not quietly (local friends - how about a Slap-up dinner in celebration?) then with few regrets that he's gone. Oh and those wondering about Valentine's Day blues - ehh.. he never bothered really making me feel special even ON days designated as a World Wide celebration of love.
So yes... It's quiet here. And I am enjoying it!
This post was brought to you by the letter P (for Penguins) and the Number 7
My neighbours are, no doubt, now sighing with happiness that the majority of my Apartment renovations are complete (for now that is - one day I will afford that Bathroom refit I swear).
Almost 10 months of work have resulted in a more live able space - one that is uniquely "Me" (and returned the apartment to pre-Ex-done renovation valuation - nice to be able to add at least $10K to the eventually resale price).
Much of the work was D.I.Y - which resulted in a great deal of extra work done by my Dad that I did not foresee (he's a stubborn old dear - determined that it's better if he does things rather than risk me injuring myself. I do so treasure him!)
Actually talking about my Dad - he's got some notion that now my renovations are almost complete - that I am at risk of an Emotional breakdown of some sort. It's true that I may have initially used the "keep busy" factor to stave off dealing in part with the relationship breakup but eventually one (if you are a rational being that is) comes to terms that faults were on both sides and that Life should be embraced (regardless of how much a fool you feel for being a blind and giving idiot for X amount of years)
So yes... I've moved on - keeping my "Crazy Cat Lady" impulses to a minimum - and focusing on MY needs and wants for a change. (oh if you are wondering - on the "wants" list. More penguins... you can't go wrong with Penguins. But that's another post entirely :D)
I expect the anniversary of his leaving in February to pass - if not quietly (local friends - how about a Slap-up dinner in celebration?) then with few regrets that he's gone. Oh and those wondering about Valentine's Day blues - ehh.. he never bothered really making me feel special even ON days designated as a World Wide celebration of love.
So yes... It's quiet here. And I am enjoying it!
This post was brought to you by the letter P (for Penguins) and the Number 7
January 4, 2012
Pax is Happy - Ernest is heading home!
One of my Long-Term adopted soldiers (National Guards) is on his way home after an extended deployment and I am so happy for him.
He is a lovely guy - definitely a favourite to send treats to, and I have a warm happy glow just thinking he will be soon safe at home with his loving family.
Safe Travels Ernest - I hope your trip is short and uneventful!
He is a lovely guy - definitely a favourite to send treats to, and I have a warm happy glow just thinking he will be soon safe at home with his loving family.
Safe Travels Ernest - I hope your trip is short and uneventful!
January 1, 2012
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