We’re on the threshold of a new era... the Queen's suffering of mobility issues leads to speculation surrounding the future roll of Prince Charles and active members of the royal family. The Queen’s speech, read by the Prince at the opening of parliament, not only conveyed the way ahead in British politics but also signalled the Monarchy facing the reality of the Queen growing old gracefully. At the time of Her Platinum Jubilee not even Elizabeth II can hold back time and the new era that is emerging.

Her government continues to face: the challenges of Brexit; the ongoing impact of Covid Virus; the reality and impact of rising inflation; ongoing  support of Ukraine; the outcome of party-gate and beer-gate (opposition); levelling-up; etc,.

Time waits for no man, it cannot be harnessed, and time travel is impossible; we are simply passengers.

During our journey we choose to contribute to making the world a safer and more beautiful place or bring about its destruction.

In the sixties the youth would have us believe ‘all you need is love’, that sentiment still rings true today, a love that cares about fellow men and women and the planet! Actions speak louder than words; the laying down of arms is the start, self defence is one thing but invasion serves no purpose... Brexit, Pandemic, Ukraine/Russia, Rising Inflation... the new era emerging is challenging.

Philip Clark
May 11th, 2022.