Sentient Beings and the Potential for Conscious Computers

Text by ChatGBT . Edited by Tony Ward . Sentient Beings and the Potential for Conscious Computers . The concept of sentience has long captivated human curiosity, representing the ability to experience consciousness, self-awareness, and subjective perception. Throughout history, sentience has been primarily attributed to living beings, particularly humans and certain animals. However, with the … Read more

Guns: Dangers and the Illusion of False Security

Text by ChatGBT . Edited by Tony Ward . Guns: Dangers and the Illusion of False Security .  The issue of gun ownership is a highly debated topic, particularly regarding its impact on personal safety. While proponents argue that owning a gun provides a sense of security, it is crucial to examine the dangers associated … Read more

Amanda Stevenson: The Creative Process

  Text by Amanda Stevenson, Copyright 2022 . The Creative Process . Is that a painting? No, it is a photograph. This is the question I have heard during my entire 35yr. photography career. Now in 2022, I only have clients I choose that give me full creative freedom. Let’s start from the beginning. I … Read more

Katie Kerl: The Long Haul

  Photography and Text by Katie Kerl, Copyright 2022 . The Long Haul . I am trying to remember the last thing I wrote here and I can not. Life is such a mind fuck. Yes, I said mind fuck. I had covid right after my father died in December and it is now March … Read more

Bob Shell: Hypnosis-Good or Evil?

Text by Bob Shell, Copyright 2022 . Hypnosis-Good or Evil? . In spite of the fact that hypnosis, originally called Mesmerism, was discovered by Anton Mesmer around 200 years ago, we still don’t know much about it or what it actually does. My father was interested in hypnosis, and had books about it that I … Read more