“There are few sounds in the natural world that are harsh. Even the massive rolling thunder has about it something of solemn beauty. In anthems she rolls on the beach; and in the sunny shallows there are water-harps forever making melodies. The wind is a chorister, making like an aerial rivulet. The world is really a melodious place full of soft sounds and harmony.” -Archibald Rutledge
“Between 1305 and the early 1800’s. the House of Taxis ran a form of pony express service all over Europe…. Its couriers clad in blue and silver uniforms, crisscrossed the continent carrying messages between princes and generals, merchants and money lenders.” –Alvin Toffler, The Third Wave We may think we are the first generation consumed by rapid communication but we are not. Throughout our history it has been a priority. Of course, now in the 21 st century we must ask: are we better or worse for it?
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