…How are you feeling about your conversation with VVP in AK yesterday? …Folks are queasy about your “outward friendliness” & worry you are not pressing hard enough for Ukraine’s interests….

…It’s too bad you won’t be able to spend a few days exploring Alaska after your meeting with VVP. Basking in the beauty of Mt Denali would restore your equilibrium…

… The whole thing requires multi-tasking and we both know how that diminishes with age. The remedy is to slow down, pause as needed to monitor the situation and breath. Being in a rush leads to mishaps. …

… SoW, today’s IWDY headline is “Security Beyond Borders: China’s Private Armies.” It includes info about how private security companies “provide Beijing with a mechanism to defend its investments without the reputational costs of overt military projection.” …

…  Myanmar’s lawless mining blamed for dangerous pollution in Mekong River further supports my cautions to you about the rare earth minerals being mined in Shan State. …

… Is gold in your portfolio? If so, what percent of your assets do you keep in AU & where do you keep it? …

… I have always been wary of wearables! Ever since I saw Dick Tracy talking to his watch on TV….

… Speaking of overseas travel, have you ever tried a carbon calculator to see how much CO2 emission you are responsible for? …

…It seems that you are flying high with your “win” with the EU trade deal, the new golf course & the AI Bills. …

… Congratulations on a successful meeting with EU Pres Ursula von der Leyen (UvdL). It’s a relief to see that you are not at odds with each other. …

…   How’s Scotland? How did things go on the links today? Did you encounter any protestors or have the security folks managed to keep them at bay?…

… The CSM reminds me of a yearlong Youth Peace Mediators program in South Africa …

… I read about the skirmish between the Thai & Cambodian armies near the Prasat Preah Vihear temple, which each country would like to call its own….

… How were things with Bongbong yesterday? Did you get an update on your buddy, Imelda? Does she still have too many shoes?…

…Take our trade situation with the Philippines for example. (BTW, I chose that since you are meeting with Pres. Ferdinand Marcos Jr.(FRMJ) today.) …