Day 34
Today, I had to spend some time in a church. The closest thing to a church we have on campus is the Meeting House, the place where we go to sit in silence for 15 minutes every morning. This is a Quaker practice (my school is Quaker, which, contrary to popular belief, is a religion as well as an oatmeal), and, other than Quaker values (which pretty much anyone with moral integrity can at least relate to), it is the only religious practice that is pressed upon us. In collection (the 15 minutes of silence), we may worship anything or practice any religion, or contemplate the ins and outs of life (which could arguably have the same effect/significance of religion). This morning I speculated about various techniques of not falling asleep, I contemplated the meaning of sleep, and pondered various ways to increase the amount of sleep I get. While many times I find myself thinking about the deeper areas of life, just as much I think about sleep, food, and other things I don't get enough of (however will I reach Self-actualization?).
PS. My friend Misha finds it very important that I let you know that I did not get off scott-free yesterday. I was in fact presented with an ethical dilemma. I had the pleasure of dining with him and his girlfriend Rachel, and, as the meal neared its end, I left them all alone to perish in their loneliness (together).
I really enjoy reading your blog and love your sense of humor. I hope you'll do us the honor of continuing your writing. Take care. Sandy
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