Jun 10 2012: It opens additional opportunities to enjoy good things about other cultures, that otherwise, would remain unknown. I believe that the billingual person must master his or her native language correctly, and be highly proficient at a second, or even third language. I also believe that mixing different languages in the same conversation weakens the speaker's ability to speak either language correctly over time. It would be interesting to see if everyone in the world spoke two languages, such as their native language, and an international language. It would change the world in many ways in which we can't even begin to imagine.
May 27 2012: Smart portable communications started by providing us with a tool that enhanced our ability to manage our days in a more efficient manner. Today, this particular technology has become an essential, if not critical, element to our personal and professional success. But, it is an element that we do not have personal control over how deeply it has and will continue to have over our human basic living. As long as it's freedom of use is not sensored, one can afford it, and it survives moderate natural disasters, it's ok.
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