More Dinosaur Inspired Thoughts

Today is dinosaur day two, or the second day in a row that I feel like discussing my interest in dinosaurs. However, instead of dredging up material from my youth or facts about particular types of dinosaur, I want to talk about those individuals who have helped me to reclaim my interest in these prehistoric creatures. First, because she deserves to have pride of place, is our (I am including Auditus here) friend JKZ. Never one to disown her own enjoyment in things childish, juvenile (Jersey Shore, baby), or silly, JKZ deserves mention because she is fond of using the word “roar” to express frustration, displeasure, humor, and a desire to lay waste to stupid individuals. Once she learned that I liked dinosaurs a whole series of images and jokes about them were exchanged between us. And bless her, she even sent me a photo of a stuffed dinosaur wishing me luck before my comprehensive exams. I also want to state the obvious fact that she is very smart, funny, and concerned about the future of society. JZC rocks, especially the sedimentary type of rock in which one finds dinosaur skeletons.

The other person to whom I owe a dinosaur debt is Jennifer F. Hall, the talented artist, blogger, and pastry goddess. Also known as the Philly Art Girl, Clever Girl, and a variety of other pseudonyms, Ms. Hall has an abiding love for things saurian. Yet she is also far more than a dinosaur lover; she makes great art, writes a wickedly funny narrative, and makes me sorry that I do not know her personally. You need not take my word for it, just check out her site: http://phillyrawrblog.blogspot.com/

What have we learned today? I think, if there is a message hiding in these short words of praise, that rekindling passions from one's childhood is better done in the company of good friends and clever strangers. Stated differently, scales, sharp teeth, and long tails can also serve as connections between playful and curious people.