Writing Moods

Today I realized why I am not a prolific writer. I enjoy the expression,
but an obstacle stands in the way of many would-be great writers: Mood.

I have thought several times recently about writing my thoughts and
sharing what is on my mind. These are the opportunities on which I pass
because I choose to supress the negativity. On one hand, keeping sad or
angry thoughts to myself is not healthful. But more importantly, I would
rather brighten my world than to darken the place that I already
consider to have enough sadness.

There are many places for all emotions. A glance at modern music renders
a snapshot of the many perspectives and experiences human beings have.
Naturally, the best music does not even require a study of its lyrics
(for compositions that have them) to know the intended mood.

That is all there is to say here today.

Dual Religionship

Dear Reader:

I must share something about me that may come as a surprise to you. I
know you will keep this under your hat, because you care about me and
you know I wouldn't want anything to mess up my dual-religionship.

You should know that several years ago, I started my own religion. I am
still a member of my father's faith, but I am also High Power Priest of
a religion that worships the Great Mystery While. Those of our faith are
said to follow the While Way, and to study Whilinism. I must admit, I
have considered changing my religion's name because Whilinism and
Whilists are two words that are difficult for rich old ladies to say.
And we do rely on the rich old ladies for more than their tributes; our
dependence is also on their ability to spread the faith through word of
mouth.

My plan has the added benefit of having TWO chances to get into heaven.
Just in case one of my religions is wrong, the other one might still be
right. In fact, if one is wrong, it actually increases the chances of
the other being right by simple statistics!

As you can see, this is clearly an opportunity, and I am confident that
you have already been asking yourself, "Self, how can I join this
magnificent movement?" It just so happens that I have an opening for a
Long While Priest/Priestess. Now, normally, I hire newbies at the Little
While level, so this is a rare chance. Certainly, as you have surmised
already, the goal is to reach Quite A While level, but this road is
difficult to achieve. Even so, the reward is great.

Very Small Rocks

Tonight, Seth and I are sleeping on the rocks under our tents. The tent
pads at Guadalupe State Park are exactly as one expects: They have been
specially selected and prepared from rocky landscapes for suckers like
me who forget important things like a sleeping pad/mattress.

Still, we are under the open sky and the weather is unbelievably great
so far. The crickets will put us to sleep just fine.

Seth's cub scouts group is here for the weekend for fun and some
activities. Seth is lucky to have a great bunch of peers here.

And now, a cartoon.

Testing 1-2-3

I appeared dead before, but now I'M ALIVE.