Friday, April 05, 2024

Dark Side Of The Norm

As I’ve mentioned, I saw a total eclipse in Austin in the mid-‘80’s. I probably knew it was coming, but heard “eclipse” and assumed it was like the partials I’d seen before.

What I don’t remember is anyone getting too excited, or especially taking it as a “sign.” We all grew up learning “primitive people” thought the sun was being eaten and only their attention and drum beating and chanting would bring the sun back. Looking at the astronomy known to ancient peoples in the Americas and Europe, I call “bullshit.”

I am not surprised, however, to find such ignorance is among us today. We stand on the shoulders of giants. But some of us just try to piss off the edge.

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