6 Things Happening in the World

1. Osama bin Laden is Dead:

-Much of the world is rejoicing in his death. Will al Queda retaliate in some form (most likely violent)? Probably. So, my suggestion, cancel any trips you may have planned for Pakistan.

2. Syria's Protests are not Looking So Successful:

-1000s of people are fleeing the country and the rest are afraid to leave their homes past curfew. Bodies line the streets and no is removing them in the dead of night in fear of being shot. The government appears to be pretty tight-knit, so it seems unlikely that the people will win the hearts of the military. I hope I'm wrong though.

3. Cambodian-Thai Conflict Continues:

-There have been many days of gun fire, heavy artillery, and multiple broken cease fires for a 50 year-long conflict over disputed borders. Is there any need for Cambodia to worry about Thailand invading? Absolutely not. This is all simply a distraction from the upcoming election. Let's hope it ends soon after the elections. I'm not pointing fingers at the Thais, though. Both have their own issues. (I'll elaborate on this one in a later post)

4. The Death of Ghadaffi (too many different spellings) Junior and the Continual Repression of the Rebel Regime:

- After a bombing on a Tripoli home in Libya, which is currently in a very violent civil war between pro-Ghadaffi supporters and an opposing rebel force, one of Ghadaffi's sons was killed. This is not the same son as the one who has been doing much of the talking for the country as of late. The rebel forces have been held back and pushed back lately.

5. Tornadoes Have Hit the South:

-Storms and tornadoes have ruined much of the South in the U.S. Destroyed homes and families removed from each other. I've been grieving for those affected wishing them all good thoughts. Hopefully, recovery will be quick.

6. The Royal Wedding of William and Kate:

-Thank heavens Kate's dress looked nothing like Diana's! It was all very beautiful, especially the orchestra and choirs. Will the Queen or Prince Charles abdicate the title of King to Prince William. We'll find out soon enough.

Talk to you soon,

Garrett