Geoff's Ramblings
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Comment from robyn corum
Geoff,
That's really fascinating. I guess, if pressed, I might have thought Australia to be a wee bit larger than the US. I'm surprised.
And we have heard all manner of thoughts and ideas on gun control. The only thing we know for sure is that no one can agree on anything.
Thanks !
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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Geoff,
That's really fascinating. I guess, if pressed, I might have thought Australia to be a wee bit larger than the US. I'm surprised.
And we have heard all manner of thoughts and ideas on gun control. The only thing we know for sure is that no one can agree on anything.
Thanks !
Comment Written 18-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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Yep thanks for coming by. As I just posted to Sasha, opinions are far and wide and I knew it was a touchy subject. Thanks
Comment from Mary Kay Bonfante
I like your ramble very much. I happen to agree with the points you made and I think we in the U.S. would be better off if the strategies you (and many others) have suggested were employed.
Suggestions for grammatical improvements:
is around 3,500 km a 4.5 hr plane trip heading west and a little less on return...
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is around 3,500 km, a 4.5 hour plane trip heading west, and a little less on return...
with a population of in the vicinity of 20,000,000,
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with a population in the vicinity of 20,000,000,
that's twenty million.
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that's twenty million people.
more stringent conditions for licensing of people who want to have their own weapons. The types of weapons...
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more stringent conditions for licensing of people who want to have their own weapons: the types of weapons...
Maybe more analysis
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Maybe there should be more analysis
I wish there was more documentation and accountability for gun ownership in our country -- also better enforcement of the existing laws. Many lives could thus be saved. Thank you for your well reasoned opinions and well written article.
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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I like your ramble very much. I happen to agree with the points you made and I think we in the U.S. would be better off if the strategies you (and many others) have suggested were employed.
Suggestions for grammatical improvements:
is around 3,500 km a 4.5 hr plane trip heading west and a little less on return...
-->
is around 3,500 km, a 4.5 hour plane trip heading west, and a little less on return...
with a population of in the vicinity of 20,000,000,
-->
with a population in the vicinity of 20,000,000,
that's twenty million.
-->
that's twenty million people.
more stringent conditions for licensing of people who want to have their own weapons. The types of weapons...
-->
more stringent conditions for licensing of people who want to have their own weapons: the types of weapons...
Maybe more analysis
-->
Maybe there should be more analysis
I wish there was more documentation and accountability for gun ownership in our country -- also better enforcement of the existing laws. Many lives could thus be saved. Thank you for your well reasoned opinions and well written article.
Comment Written 18-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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Thanks Mary Kay for coming along will look at the suggestions for changes. As I posted opinions are far and wide as to gun ownership but also anyone that wants one will get it however they can.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
The US has very stict gun ownerships rules, but unfortunately they aren't enforced. If they were, we wouldn't have as many problems. I enjoyed reading your ramble. Thank you for your thoughts.
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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The US has very stict gun ownerships rules, but unfortunately they aren't enforced. If they were, we wouldn't have as many problems. I enjoyed reading your ramble. Thank you for your thoughts.
Comment Written 18-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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Thanks Sis, I appreciate the great review.
Comment from Joan E.
I knew our populations are quite different, but I did not realize our size is so similar. (I believe the U.S. population is over 300 million.) Thank you for the illustration to clearly prove the point. I agree that we need additional background checks before being able to buy weapons. -Joan
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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I knew our populations are quite different, but I did not realize our size is so similar. (I believe the U.S. population is over 300 million.) Thank you for the illustration to clearly prove the point. I agree that we need additional background checks before being able to buy weapons. -Joan
Comment Written 18-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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Thanks Joan. Over 300,000,000 wow, I never knew that. We learn something everyday.I appreciate your review, thanks.
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It's wonderful to learn from each other on FanStory. Sweet dreams- Joan
Comment from MissMerri
This is a most interesting "ramble" full of information as well as opinion and reasons clearly stated for the expressed opinions. It is true, as you say, that the two countries are similar in geographic size, yet so different in population. I think you have given your readers much to think about in this essay and I enjoyed it very much. I think my only suggestion would be to not repeat too often the assumption that "the reader will be aware" of what you are about to tell. It seems that any expression (or word) too often repeated within a short space soon calls attention to itself and away from the content or ideas you want readers to be focused upon. You do write very well and also must be an excellent editor. I see no typos or anything to correct in the work at all. I found this very interesting and enjoyable to read. MM
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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This is a most interesting "ramble" full of information as well as opinion and reasons clearly stated for the expressed opinions. It is true, as you say, that the two countries are similar in geographic size, yet so different in population. I think you have given your readers much to think about in this essay and I enjoyed it very much. I think my only suggestion would be to not repeat too often the assumption that "the reader will be aware" of what you are about to tell. It seems that any expression (or word) too often repeated within a short space soon calls attention to itself and away from the content or ideas you want readers to be focused upon. You do write very well and also must be an excellent editor. I see no typos or anything to correct in the work at all. I found this very interesting and enjoyable to read. MM
Comment Written 18-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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Thanks for the great review and the "heads up" on repetition I give the writers heaps about that myself hehe. I will work on that.
Comment from tfawcus
You make some interesting comparisons here. Your map overlay illustrates the relative size of the two nations well. I agree with you on the matter of gun control and find it hard to understand why more stringent criteria can't be introduced. Even here the access to high powered repeating action guns seems to be more general than it need be.
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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You make some interesting comparisons here. Your map overlay illustrates the relative size of the two nations well. I agree with you on the matter of gun control and find it hard to understand why more stringent criteria can't be introduced. Even here the access to high powered repeating action guns seems to be more general than it need be.
Comment Written 18-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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Thanks Tony for the great review. It is the heads that need examining. And also why the need for these semi-automatic weapons. As someone said them who want guns will get them by whatever means.
Comment from Teri7
This is a very well written ramble my friend. You used very good words and talked about things that are happening now. We do not own a gun. I am thankful for that. Some may think that is crazy, but I do believe the Lord protects us if we ask Him to and sincerely trust and believe. Thank you for sharing. We all have our beliefs! May God bless you my friend. Teri
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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This is a very well written ramble my friend. You used very good words and talked about things that are happening now. We do not own a gun. I am thankful for that. Some may think that is crazy, but I do believe the Lord protects us if we ask Him to and sincerely trust and believe. Thank you for sharing. We all have our beliefs! May God bless you my friend. Teri
Comment Written 18-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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Sis I am with you on the Lord's protection. Sadly the world in a lot of cases does not want to know our Saviour and His ever protecting hand on us.
Comment from judiverse
That is interesting to note--comparison of Australia in size to the U.S. Our larger population probably accounts for more gun violence. People seem to have a way of getting around the law if they want to get a weapon. They can get one by illegal means, even steal them. If people don't have guns, they find other ways to vent their hatred. Mentally disturbed people cause so much of the gun violence. These people need to identified and given help if possible. These are the potential killers. Your essay is very well organized and well thought out. judi
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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That is interesting to note--comparison of Australia in size to the U.S. Our larger population probably accounts for more gun violence. People seem to have a way of getting around the law if they want to get a weapon. They can get one by illegal means, even steal them. If people don't have guns, they find other ways to vent their hatred. Mentally disturbed people cause so much of the gun violence. These people need to identified and given help if possible. These are the potential killers. Your essay is very well organized and well thought out. judi
Comment Written 18-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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Thanks Judi, I have been thinking about this for along time. Gun control won't stop those who want to get them from doing so. Just a little more examination of the types who want licenses to won them might help.
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You're welcome. Those who want guns will go to any length to get them. judi
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Yeah not wrong at all!
Comment from Raul1
A difference of opinion in what you just mentioned and talked about. Interesting that you compared two countries. Excellent work! Good luck in the contest!
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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A difference of opinion in what you just mentioned and talked about. Interesting that you compared two countries. Excellent work! Good luck in the contest!
Comment Written 18-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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Hi new friend. Will check your stuff out. Thanks for the great review. I know there will be differences of opinion on this touchy subject seeing weaponry and stuff go back so far in USA. No contest I don't think.
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You're welcome.
Comment from royowen
I don't think because of the diversity of cultural backgrounds that that's the cause of mass shootings because it's whites shooting whites, I don't think "shooters" are that discerning. For instance, England and France have diverse populations. America has 100,000 deaths by firearm misadventure, whereas England has 68 deaths (same as Australia) so you see, gun possession is the reason, it's the mentality that has to change. But well done Bro, blessings, Roy
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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I don't think because of the diversity of cultural backgrounds that that's the cause of mass shootings because it's whites shooting whites, I don't think "shooters" are that discerning. For instance, England and France have diverse populations. America has 100,000 deaths by firearm misadventure, whereas England has 68 deaths (same as Australia) so you see, gun possession is the reason, it's the mentality that has to change. But well done Bro, blessings, Roy
Comment Written 18-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 18-Feb-2020
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Yes that is my point about mentality, mate thanks for coming by. I know it is a touchy subject.