A letter from Albert Einstein to his daughter: on The Universal Force of Love

Albert Einstein (14 March 1879 – 18 April 1955) is perhaps best known for being a theoretical physicist and for receiving the 1921 Nobel Prize in Physics "for his services to Theoretical Physics". A lesser known fact about arguably one of the most intelligent men of modern times is that he was also a prolific sender of personal notes and letters upon his own personalised letterhead.

In the late 1980s, Einstein's daughter Lieserl donated 1,400 letters written by Einstein to the Hebrew University. The text of one of them is reproduced below for you. Having been sent by Einstein to his daughter, this letter shows a very different side to Einstein's personality and his outlook on the world.

"When I proposed the theory of relativity, very few understood me, and what I will reveal now to transmit to mankind will also collide with the misunderstanding and prejudice in the world.

I ask you to guard the letters as long as necessary, years, decades, until society is advanced enough to accept what I will explain below.

There is an extremely powerful force that, so far, science has not found a formal explanation to. It is a force that includes and governs all others, and is even behind any phenomenon operating in the universe and has not yet been identified by us. This universal force is LOVE.

When scientists looked for a unified theory of the universe they forgot the most powerful unseen force. Love is Light, that enlightens those who give and receive it. Love is gravity, because it makes some people feel attracted to others. Love is power, because it multiplies the best we have, and allows humanity not to be extinguished in their blind selfishness. Love unfolds and reveals. For love we live and die. Love is God and God is Love.

This force explains everything and gives meaning to life. This is the variable that we have ignored for too long, maybe because we are afraid of love because it is the only energy in the universe that man has not learned to drive at will.

To give visibility to love, I made a simple substitution in my most famous equation. If instead of E = mc2, we accept that the energy to heal the world can be obtained through love multiplied by the speed of light squared, we arrive at the conclusion that love is the most powerful force there is, because it has no limits.

After the failure of humanity in the use and control of the other forces of the universe that have turned against us, it is urgent that we nourish ourselves with another kind of energy…

If we want our species to survive, if we are to find meaning in life, if we want to save the world and every sentient being that inhabits it, love is the one and only answer.

Perhaps we are not yet ready to make a bomb of love, a device powerful enough to entirely destroy the hate, selfishness and greed that devastate the planet.

However, each individual carries within them a small but powerful generator of love whose energy is waiting to be released.

When we learn to give and receive this universal energy, dear Lieserl, we will have affirmed that love conquers all, is able to transcend everything and anything, because love is the quintessence of life.

I deeply regret not having been able to express what is in my heart, which has quietly beaten for you all my life. Maybe it's too late to apologize, but as time is relative, I need to tell you that I love you and thanks to you I have reached the ultimate answer! ".

Your father,
Albert Einstein

MMLM Kids Christmas Fair schedule for this year supporting Charities ....

Visit us on 2 - 3rd November at the

Mendip Christmas Fair

Aldwick Court Farm, Bristol BS40 5AL

We will be bringing our Winter collection of boys and girls jackets, pretty dresses, boys shirts, pyjamas. 

8th November

Salisbury Hospice Fair

at Wilton Shopping Village

Wilton, Salisbury

SP2 0RS

9th - 10th November

Wilton Christmas Fair

Wilton, Salisbury

SP2 0RS

12th November (evening) 13th November (all day)

Royal Trinity Hospice

St. Luke's Church,

SW12 8RQ

16th November (all day)

Fulham School Christmas Fair

Fulham Prep School

200 Greyhound Road,

London W14 9SD

18th November (evening  17:00 - 22:00)

Boutique de Noel

Chelsea Town Hall

Kings Road, London

Spread the word ....

Come and find original Christmas gifts ...

ARBONNE

We are proud to share that we are now registered distributors and are carrying the ARBONNE brand of baby care products.

The Arbonne Promise

Challenge

Every Ingredient

Every Product

PURE - We develop each product with meaningful ingredients that include botanicals from nature chosen for their effectiveness, purty and safety.  Purity is then evaluated according to our defined attributes of what is Not Allowed, and then substantiated by our third party certifications.

SAFE - Our products are safe, nontoxic, and committed to being ecofriendly.  We're vigilant about the newest research regarding chemicals to ensure we're being mindful and cautious.

BENEFICIAL - We're committed to providing effective products that deliver a true benefit.  We continually raise our standards to find the perfect balance between what is pure and what is efficacious.

ARBONNE  products can only be purchased through registered distributors.  They have developed formulas using mild and soothing ingredients from nature which parents can trust are truly wholesome and safe for the baby's soft and delicate skin.

hair and body wash   £19  for 236ml

nappy cream  £19 for 141ml

Body Lotion  £19 for 236ml

Water Resistant Sun Cream  £31 for 177ml

If you are interested in trying any of these baby products or any ARBONNE products, which are developed for 'planet conscious' adults, please let us know. We would be happy to source them for you.

Visit www.arbonne.com

QEF Spring Lunch

Queen Elizabeth's Foundation for Disabled People

Wednesday 3rd April 2019

EPSOM Downs Racecourse

10:00 - 12:45 - private event

13:00 - 3:45 - public shopping

Mister Master & Little Miss are proud to have a stand at the QEF Spring Lunch to support the Foundation for disabled people.

You are invited to come and join us for this great cause.

We will be showing our Spring clothing, bright colours, dresses, shorts, shirts, pretty cardigans and pullovers for ages 3 - 12 years old, boys and girls

Looking forward to seeing you there.

Catherine

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I've just returned from an amazing holiday in South America, Punta del Este in Uruguay to be specific.  It was very special.  Hot weather, laid back attitude, great food, great walks, amazing sunsets, kilometres of beaches with fine white sand, waves for the brave and calm waters for young children.  A holiday to remember and be repeated.

I know its a long way away, 17 hours by plane from London with one change either in Madrid, Sao Paolo or Buenos Aires, but once there it was well worth it.

If anyone is interested in learning more about holidaying in Uruguay, I would be very happy to give you a hand and suggestions.  I am Uruguayan by birth, I left when I was 20 and moved to New York.  That was an eye-opener for 10 years and then came to the UK, where my family originates from.  A stint in the Middle East and we settled back in the UK as my children slotted into secondary school.  And here we are but we escape to Uruguay when we can. 

We have a flat in Punta del Este which is listed on airbnb and VRBO.  (Cosy Sea View Flat on Playa de los Ingleses).   I'm happy to give MMLM Kids followers a 15% discount.  Just mention PuntaHolidays when you want to book and I'll send you a special offer.   Best time to go:  Spring is October through Summer (December, January and February), Autumn is end of March through April).

Let me share a few images with you. 

I have selected a few images which are particular to the coast line though the whole country is beautiful, serene and worth a visit.

Cabo Polonio

Laguna Garzon bridge designed by Rafael Vinoly

It looks like there aren't many people ... there aren't

One can drive for hours and only see a distant farmhouse, horses, cows and sheep grazing in vast fields.

Food is delicious, similar to the Argentinian diet, is based on beef, fresh fish and locally produced vegetables.  People are welcoming.  Main language is Spanish but many in the cities understand and speak English.

If you are looking for a holiday with a difference, I definitely recommend it.

Any questions please don't hesitate to contact us. 

Sweet Potato and Carrot Crisp

A nutty crumb topping crisps up a deliciously smooth puree that can be made ahead and frozen.

5          large sweet potatoes (about 2 - 1/2lb / 1.25kg)

12        carrots (about 2lb / 1kg)

3/4 cup orange juice               175ml

2 Tbsp liquid honey                25ml

2 Tbsp butter                          25ml

2tsp     cinnamon                    10ml

2 cloves garlic minced

1 tsp salt                                 5ml

Topping

1-1/2 cups       fresh bread crumbs                 375ml

1/2 cup            chopped pecans                      125ml

1/3 cup            butter, melted                             75ml

1 Tbsp             chopped fresh parsley               15ml

Peel and cut sweet potatoes and carrots into large chunks.

In large pot of boiling water, cook potatoes and carrots for about 20 minutes or until very tender; drain.

Puree in food processor or blender, in batches if necessary.

Add orange juice, honey, butter, cinnamon, garlic and salt; blend well. 

Spoon into greased 13 x 9inch baking dish

(Recipe can be prepared to this point, covered and refrigerated for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 2 weeks.  Let thaw in refrigerator for 24 hours.  Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before continuing.)

Topping:  combine bread crumbs, pecans, butter and parsley.

Sprinkle over potato mixture.  Cover with foil and bake in 350*F (180*C) oven for 20 minutes, uncover and bake for 30 minutes or until heated through.

Makes 8 - 10 servings

the origins of Halloween

All children look forward to Halloween evening when they can go out and trick or treat their neighbours asking for sweets and if not reciprocated, a trick is in order!

Build up to the evening begins with carving scary faces into hollowed out pumpkins and placing candles or tea lights inside.  Dressing up involves being as scary as possible; white chalked faces, blackened eyes, fangs, fake blood, wrapping up in tissue paper, and so on.  All great fun. 

We love Halloween and stocked up on glow in the dark mummy pyjamas and monster onesies. 

I didn't really know the origins of Halloween so I looked it up and read that it began as the festival of Samhain. It was part of the ancient Celtic religion in Britain and other parts of Europe. At the end of summer, the Celts thought the barrier between our world and the world of ghosts and spirits got really thin. ... They believed it was the time when ghosts and spirits came out to haunt, and the Celts would appease the spirits by giving them treats.

What was Samhain?

Samhain is a Gaelic festival marking the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter or the "darker half" of the year. Traditionally, it is celebrated from 31 October to 1 November, as the Celtic day began and ended at sunset.

Where does the name Halloween come from it's actually two words smushed together. "Hallow" — or holy person — refers to the saints celebrated on All Saints' Day, which is November 1. The "een" part of the word is a contraction of "eve" — or evening before.

So basically, Halloween just an old-fashioned way of saying the night before All Saints' Day — also called Hallowmas or All Hallows' Day.

Here is a website with halloween costumes we can make at home:

https://www.countryliving.com/diy-crafts/g1360/halloween-costumes-for-kids/

Michaelmas Fair - Shaftesbury, Dorset

Spread over two days (Sunday 21st and Monday 22nd October), come and visit the Michaelmas Fair in Shaftesbury and find a wealth of festive treats and extra special presents to help you create the perfect Christmas. With over 70 stalls selling a wide range of gifts, jewellery, clothes, decorations, toys and more - it’s the perfect place to get into that festive spirit.

Date/Time:

-  Sunday 21st October - 12noon - 5pm

-  Monday 22nd October - 10am - 4pm

Place: St. Mary's Shaftesbury School, Shaftesbury, Dorset SP7 9LP

Charities supported:

Wiltshire Air Ambulance,

Dorset & Somerset Air Ambulance

RNLI Swanage Lifeboat Station

Save The Children Fair - Churchers College, Petersfield

Date/Time:

-  Thursday 25th October - 6pm - 9pm

-  Friday 26th October - 10am - 4pm

Place: Churchers College, Petersfield, Hampshire

Charity supported:

Save The Children

How to make a Reef Knot

for 7 year olds plus

When I was around 7 years old my father sat me on his knee and said he was going to teach me how to make knots.  I'm a girl and wondered why this was important but I have two older brothers and I wanted to keep up, so I was all ears.  Many years later I'm glad I did as I use the knots all the time.  

Lets start with The Reef Knot.

The reef knot was used for centuries to tie two separate cords together.  Sailors used it for reefing sails, hence the name.  

(Remember it doesn't work if one of the ropes is made of nylon as it will slip)

There is a simple rhyme to remember how to do it

Right over Left and Left over Right

Take two pieces of rope / cord / string

1.  Pass one end (red cord) over and under the blue cord (a half knot) 

2.  Repeat the process, the red end passes over and under the blue

3.  Tighten to make a neat symetrical knot

Hold the two blue cords in one hand and the two red cords in the other and pull tight.

Sometimes an extra half knot can be tied with the ends so as to make it doubly secure. 

TRUST ME, I'M A DOCTOR

BBC 2 on Wednesday at 8pm

I realize we are selling children's clothing but I wanted to share a really interesting programme I came across last night on TV.  Maybe I'm the last one in line to know of it, but if you haven't seen it, it is well worth watching.  It has articles about health and diets and the little adjustments we can do to make us healthier, plus other medical advances which are amazing. 

The programme is Trust Me, I'm a Doctor aired on Wednesday's at 0800 pm on BBC Two

For example last night there were articles about

Exercising

It is recommended one do 150minutes of exercise a week.  

The usual advice is 5 sessions of 30mins each week but it has beenproven that 'Exercise' Snacking' comprising 6 bursts for 5 minutes spread throughout the day gives the same result.   

On the programme they show how they proved this with a team of volunteers.  For us with not a lot of Time on our hands, this solution could be achievable. 

How to Boost levels of Iron in our bodies

Lack of iron leads to tiredness, infection and even heart palpitations.

The body needs its iron intake from our diet as we don't produce iron in the body.  We can get this through foods which naturally contain it such as red meat, or iron fortified foods such as breakfast cereals and sourdough bread.

The interesting fact is that even though there is iron in certain foods, the body does not naturally assimilate it, for instance drinking orange juice or any juice high in Vit. C with the cereal will increase its absorption, yet drinking coffee (which as polyphenols which bind the iron ) make it less soluble, so they suggest drink coffee 30 minutes after having eaten.  Also, cooking spinach in boiling water (rather than steaming it) enhances the amount of iron we assimilate from it, moreso than eating it raw or steamed.  Steaming cabbage preserves most of the iron instead of releasing it into the cooking water. Raw cabbage has most iron as cabbage is high in Vit. C.  This applies to kale, broccoli, cauliflower and watercress.

A cure for Haemophilia A which works

A very interesting article on a major breakthrough for people suffering this condition.

The articles are thoroughly researched and easy to watch and interesting.

If you found this sort of a blog interesting, it would be appreciated if you could let me know. 

Its slightly diverging from the norm of talking about children related subjects so if you think it is irrelevant or interesting I would be keen to hear about it. (info@mmlm-kids.com)