Common Threads

It's good to listen to interviews and commentary from a range of people covering a range of circumstances.

One gains perspective, balance, comparisons , facts, ideas, and sometimes the truth.

Truth is elusive. Always hiding .Too many facing consequences delay or obfuscate.

This morning I listened to an interview with Bernie Monk about the recently released film on Pike River.

What was apparent was the continuing desire by participants to hide from the facts.

It seems to be a common thread that runs through our system when we experience a disaster of major event. 

Think White Island, Christchurch earthquakes and the CT building and to me and other Hawkes Bay residents , Gabrielle.

Bernie touched on a number of issues that most have forgotten about. That's what happens. Time passes and we carry on with our lives as though nothing has happened.

Well that's for those unaffected .

Once you have experienced a major event it has a lasting impact. Reactions differ but leave an imprint in your mind.

So facts matter and the truth matters. We have cultivated a response in New Zealand that covers up. No one knows anything. No one is responsible.

A texter in response to the discussion mentioned the terrible situation that arose in the Esk Valley with Gabrielle.

The put down and condescending response from the host was infuriating. Obviously the person was connecting the lack of accountability following Pike River to the lack of accountability following Gabrielle (and it seems, other major events).

The swift reaction by authorities following Gabrielle was painted as a solution to help affected parties .I question now whether it was a swift move to save the butts of many parties involved before anyone noticed.

Too many in New Zealand are in a state of limbo.

Left behind. Not knowing where to turn for some accountability and explanation of the truth.

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