Catch this article in Ode, a fascinating magazine devoted to "intelligent optimists." The article has nothing to do with the central theme of this blog, but everything to do with life. If you have ever read About under my signature picture with a mule named Dusty, you have a clue as to why this article appealed to me. I dedicate this posting to all of you out there who have what it takes to avoid groupthink. As we move into this next decade you may find the tests of your will against those immobilized by the status quo increasing. As I indicated several posts ago we are in for changes taking place at warp speed in directions beyond most people's imaginations a decade or so ago. So -- damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead.
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Great article at Ode. If we only had more people who thought outside the box and thought for themselves, it would be a whold different world.
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