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You are perfect…
Once upon a star
I wondered who are you
I closed my eyes and preyed to God
He gave me this little nod.
This is north, and I was south
just ask me child, I’ll be your friend
I guide you to the very end
just follow your heart, you won’t be wrong
just live your dream
and this will be your destiny.
So of you go my little star
being perfect is who you are…
Science Fiction-Inspired Ecology Paradigm Shift - Part II
The human habitat has taken many forms throughout history, and this diversity has given us a cultural richness, which helps to inspire our future directions in development of human habitats. For those of us who dream of the possibilities of spreading human life beyond this world, our ideas of human habitats are destined to change into something else entirely. We are so used to the easy lifestyle of surface-level planet Earth, that if we were forced to face a hostile environment, our whole paradigm would also be forced to change.
So, predictably, ecological responsibility seems to be a fairly consistent thread in habitats of futuristic fiction. After all, who could imagine a human habitat on Mars, under the surface of the Moon, or in orbit about another planet that could possibly function like we do here on Earth at present? Could such a habitat survive with unchecked population growth, unlimited waste production with limited recycling, water and power wasting, and poor localised environmental resource management?
In many futuristic novels, these subjects are not left to chance, but often form the core of focussed scientific development from whence other scientific disciplines stem. Quite simply, the technologies and practices that make human life possible in hostile environments come first:
- If the material cost of living is extreme, then measures must be taken to minimise this cost.
- Recycle everything possible, but if impossible, research how to make it possible.
- Waste of any resource is a crime; don’t assume that anything is inexhaustible.
By these means, the feasibility of human life in extreme conditions increases. From such an ecologically responsible platform, all other developments/studies/interests of life can proceed with a clean conscience.
© Dr. Wez The Epsilon Foundation 2008
Our Artists
The foundation is pleased to have established our first artist database.
We have 3 new photographers and a new edition to the creative arts section
To view their portfolio click on the respective departments in the Arts Division tab.
If you are interested and want to have a portfolio created and published for free* please contact danielle.steele@epsilonfoundation.com.au or call
(07) 3166 5390
*for a limited time only
Science Fiction-Inspired Ecology Paradigm Shift - Part I
Mankind’s future in space… our physical presence in the galaxy… these subjects inspire conflicting views, and a clashing of ideologies. So how will our future in space develop?
I like to consider the foresight in the imaginative works of hard science fiction set in the near future, by such authors as Arthur C. Clarke, Isaac Asimov, Ben Bova, Kim Stanley Robinson, Stephen Baxter, and A.E. Van Vogt. They have all probed many of the conflicting issues that we face as we struggle to retain the title of “space age”. It will be interesting to see what parallels develop between these “novel ideas” and our actual near-future experience!
Scenes from Kim Stanley Robinson’s “Red Mars”
One of the many issues we face today is the advancement of man’s “city” habitat upon natural surroundings. Unfortunately, the short-minded desire for wealth combined with a low regard for stabile ecology still drives such development; but slowly, more and more people are finding themselves raising objections to the destruction of natural earth. This has been a noticeable shift in recent times, and awareness of environmental impact is now much greater. Yet, is this awareness leading us to a revolutionary change in policy that can turn the tide? We will all find out in the very near future…
© Dr. Wez The Epsilon Foundation 2008
The beauty of mother nature
Just another beautiful day, the sun beckoning in the wild, the wind cutting across the ocean, sweeping me into heavenly bliss.
Have gratitude for the things we have and will have.
© The Epsilon Foundation 2008
Have a beautiful day everyone!!!
Inquiry into The Current State of Australia’s Space Science & Industry Sector
I was recently pleased to hear that the foundation’s submission to the current senate inquiry into space science has been accepted and posted on the Australia Parliament house website.
Click Here to view the proposal
The economics committee is due to meet soon and discuss Australia’s space science future. I believe the foundation has a true purpose to be able to provide significant resources to boosting space science and industry sector.
The proposal is about 8 pages and discusses the economic, social and national security benefits of space.
What you can do?
- Teach the younger generation to have great goals to aspire to,
- have star parties and public space events,
- buy a telescope and you’ll be dazzled with the amazing things out there in the universe,
- reduce light pollution by using uni-directional dim lights,
- sit out there on the beach and gaze up there, imagine the wonderful things we could accomplish and,
- inspire and influence others that we can be so much more.
Natural Lights Photography in the spotlight
NLP is about to launch a new and exciting information database. This database will be used to link clients and artists together and provide personalised customer support. The foundation is constantly seeking fun and adventurous photographers to fill vacant positions in photography department under the care of NLP.
We will include:
- Product information page and
- Artists Database - these pages will give you a brief description of the artists and display some of their magnificent art work
Photography is about capturing the moment it is an art, a still image seen through the imagination of ones perception of reality. So calling for all photographers out there, do you dare to dream with us.
Anzac Day 2008
It is a day to remember and cherish the memories of those who fought and died for the freedoms that we enjoy today. For that I send them this ode for their souls live on through the Anzac spirit…
they went with songs to the battle,
they were young,
straight of limb, true of eye, , steady and aglow
they were staunch to the end against odds uncounted,
they fell with their faces to the foe
they shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old
age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn
at the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
LEST WE FORGET
We give thanks and gratitude for those who sacrifice their lives for a greater cause than themselves. They died with honour and made it their duty, so that their legacy may be carried on to their children’s children.
So remember them… The Brave Anzacs.
Moving Ahead…
In accordance with the foundation’s strategic investment policy, the 38 acre block of land out of Tara must be liquidated to free up some funds. These funds will be used as a catalyst to further provide a source of funding for the continue growth of the foundation.
Results from a recent feasibility study indicates that the 38 acre block was too small for medium to long-term planning as proposed by The Epsilon Project. The Tara Shire is still a preferable choice among all others as its rural region and low population combined with dark clear skies is perfectly suited to the foundations site development policies.
We will be having a meeting with Domeshells, an Australian company located in Byron Bay which constructs dome homes, to draw up some architectural plans for site development of phase 1. Once approved these plans with be ready for council approval. A newer bigger site is being investigated, somewhere in excess of 100 acres.
The site is projected to sellfor $40-50k. Any interest can be direct to Tara Real Estate at
or (07) 07 4669 4100
