Hi! More apologies follow more posting sloth, that manifestation of laziness that either inspires dull minds or minds dull inspiration; though I'm afraid this case is the former, me having been wholly enveloped by spring break and its reveries. I really hope to start a post without these apologies -- a lofty goal for such an idle scribe -- but habit is strong, indeed!
You mentioned The Grapes of Wrath (by John Steinbeck). My English class has also been studying him, with his Of Mice and Men. His novels seem to capture the essence and feeling of the American Dream, while maintaining reality, and they're quite compelling, often leading to minds full of rumination, as well (hooray for awkward phrasing!) The Lost Horizon has been added to my mental queue of books to read -- thank you! Utopian satires also seem to provoke many new thoughts.
"And now for something completely different." I think that today I had one of the best runs (thus far) of my life! Many factors may have contributed to it: the general feeling of optimism inspired by the siesta from school, the almost ideal weather, my adequate hydration... However, I set out to run further than I had in some time -- three miles more, in fact, than I'm accustomed to. And then, deep into the route (about 3/4 the distance, I think), I encountered a road block, which, to circumnavigate, added at least another 1.5 - 2 miles to the intended distance. So, I came to run more than more than I've been accustomed to, and yet I felt great the whole time. All considered, I think it was primarily my mind's optimism that led to such optimal results. How incredible the human mind is!
With well-wishes,
Vergil.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
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