Crescent Suns

So, I caught the total solar eclipse today. And I looked at it directly, for an extended period, because the only reason scientists say you shouldn't, is because it blesses you with superpowers. And they don't want that. But yes, a hawk flew overhead at the apex, so I guess I've got the powers of Ra now.

Fear of the Day (Every Day)

Kidney stones.

Namaste, Future Wife

On the subject of India, I think I've found what I want to wear to my wedding:

So rad.

Subliminal Imperialism

Had a humorous train of thought today while thinking about national colors of various nations as well as flags.

"Wait, do you even know what India's flag looks like?"
"No, but I know what it should look like:"

More On/Moron Dreams

Sometimes when my sleep is very broken and fitful I find myself lying half awake for small segments in between dreams, which causes me to misinterpret things that are actually happening as elements of dreams as well. Sometimes the distinction is subtle, other times not so much.

"When that woman knocked on the door to deliver that letter, that was real, right?"
"Yes."
"And that thing with Patrick Stewart, the xenomorphs and the magic katana?"
"Not real."

Fun Fact

Yesterday was the first time I ever used the term meta-meta-murder mystery.

Names Numbering the Night

So, I learned a neat little writing... tool or trick, maybe? If you're writing some pretty fantastical stuff, the names of stars used in navigation serve as pretty great inspiration for character, location, etc. names. Check it out for yourself.