“If evidence of intelligent life elsewhere in the universe were discovered, would it alter your core beliefs or sense of self?”
No, because I have always believed in the possibility of other life forms in the universe. Think about it! Given the vastness of outer space, surely, we can’t be the only ones occupying it?
As a young person, I watched the documentary, “Chariots of the Gods” (1970), and totally bought into it. Debunked by the scientific community, it still fascinated me.
This was a couple of years after a UFO-sighting experience I had in Switzerland, along with several other people. From my as yet unfinished memoir (don’t ask! 🙄😆) “CONFESSIONS OF A BOARDING SCHOOL INMATE”:
Something happened one chilly autumn night that sticks in my mind to this day. We hadcongregated in our room, (larger than most, with three beds), for an evening of “girltalk”. One of our regular, impromptu pyjama parties.
I went to the windowsill to grab a yogurt (they kept cold there), where somethingcaught my eye. It was a round, bright light, bobbing through the trees. Puzzled, I blinked and looked again. Now there were several lights lingering amongst thebranches.
What were they? My friends saw them too and called the girls from otherrooms to look. Even Fraulein Paula, the housemother, came in. We watched untilthey disappeared from view.
Much discussion followed.Could thesehave been actual UFOs? We’ll never know, because the mystery remained unsolved,despite a write-up in the paper.
6. FIVE RECENT FAVOURITE THINGS
From left to right: 1. The Coca Cola Kid movie on DVD I’ve been trying to find it for years. Finally did before Christmas. 2. New casual winter boots The old ones were no longer waterproof. 3. A threesome of cute shelf figurines Saw them at Temu, had to have them! 😀 4. Mozart Chocolate Cream Liqueur Only available for a short time in Nov. and Dec. 5. Snazzy 24 oz tumbler from Tim Hortons Keeps drinks cold for up to 24 hrs.
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5 thoughts on “FROM HUGGING 🤗TO RECENT FAVOURITE THINGS 🥰 | #WritersWorkshop ✍️”
Just sayin’: I’ve seen the odds against the conditions we know necessary for life being available in another spot, and it is far vaster than the universe.
Deb, this was such a fun and diverse post to read. I love your favourites list, and although I don’t order takeout, I see we’d eat well together, lol. And I think hugs are essential, it’s a feeling of human connection. And lastly, there is definitely more intelligent life out there than on this planet. <3
My favorite hug quote is, “Sometimes a hug is all you need.”
Your UFO sighting brings to mind a story DH shared which took place back home in the hills of southern WV. It was some time in his late teens or maybe it was when we were first married. He’s unsure but anyhow, he went outside where his dad and another family member was gazing up in the sky. He noticed a cigar shaped object with lights hoovering in the distance. He ran back inside to get his camera but by the time he got back it was gone. When he questioned his dad and the other person, they had no clue what he was talking about. That’s just so strange. As for intelligent life else where, I sure hope there is because I’m beginning to wonder if there’s very little of that on this planet. lol
I need to get back to my elliptical. That’s one of my goals but right now there are too many things blocking my attempts. Actually, I haven’t tried that’s why because of everything else. I am going to put more effort into it starting soon, though. I’ve put on too much weight over the holidays.
I like the Boomerang hug quote, and I agree that there is probably life in the universe even if it is so far away we may never discover it. We don’t have Netflix, but my winter activities have been very similar to yours.
Best wishes, Pete.
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5 thoughts on “FROM HUGGING 🤗TO RECENT FAVOURITE THINGS 🥰 | #WritersWorkshop ✍️”
Just sayin’: I’ve seen the odds against the conditions we know necessary for life being available in another spot, and it is far vaster than the universe.
Deb, this was such a fun and diverse post to read. I love your favourites list, and although I don’t order takeout, I see we’d eat well together, lol. And I think hugs are essential, it’s a feeling of human connection. And lastly, there is definitely more intelligent life out there than on this planet. <3
My favorite hug quote is, “Sometimes a hug is all you need.”
Your UFO sighting brings to mind a story DH shared which took place back home in the hills of southern WV. It was some time in his late teens or maybe it was when we were first married. He’s unsure but anyhow, he went outside where his dad and another family member was gazing up in the sky. He noticed a cigar shaped object with lights hoovering in the distance. He ran back inside to get his camera but by the time he got back it was gone. When he questioned his dad and the other person, they had no clue what he was talking about. That’s just so strange. As for intelligent life else where, I sure hope there is because I’m beginning to wonder if there’s very little of that on this planet. lol
I need to get back to my elliptical. That’s one of my goals but right now there are too many things blocking my attempts. Actually, I haven’t tried that’s why because of everything else. I am going to put more effort into it starting soon, though. I’ve put on too much weight over the holidays.
Stay warm, my dear!
I like the Boomerang hug quote, and I agree that there is probably life in the universe even if it is so far away we may never discover it. We don’t have Netflix, but my winter activities have been very similar to yours.
Best wishes, Pete.
Enjoyable post, Debbie! I like all of the quotes about hugging. If I could pick only one, I think I might go with no. 2. Greetings from New Jersey! 🙂