Sound Off

Sorry I haven't been writing much lately. I've been busy. I've been launching my Facebook group called Sound Off.

Yes, it's a play on words. It is a group dedicated to issues relating to the sound polution of our environment.

There are many horror stories of people who have been bullied by sound. There are scads out there who feel it is their right to play music or make noise. Sometimes they even do things like alter their vehicles, be it the muffler or an expensive sound system with extra bass, to make even more noise.

If you want to join, check it out.

Unfortunately, the people who are subjected to these bad vibrations often suffer in silence. Their ears are raped by inconsiderate "soundanistas" who equate freedom as imposing their will on others.

Just like non-smokers pressed for their rights and won, the time has come for those who want to live a life in peace to do the same. The information is there. Excessive sound is bad for your health. It is ignored. If I work in a factory, there is legislation under the terminology of health and safety that requires me to wear earplugs. In society, though, we tolerate, ney, condone and encourage, activities where sound levels exceed these limits. Why?

All we are saying is give peace a chance.