The ambiance was faintly poignant, familiar to those conversations we have with those we love most; each aware of the pain that comes with separation. Amidst the deluges I had failed to note his feeder had become depleted. His appearance near the gla… more »

Retirement bringing the joy of knowing those who have lived life in differing perspectives has also distanced me from to company of scientist colleagues. A longing for companionship comes to me still, particularly when the conversation, as it does so f… more »

These are obviously useful traits or evolution would have tossed them long ago. Personally I think the motivating rewards are the complex feelings of security in attachment and identity.Maybe as we understand the inevitability of the organism going forward and no return, we just want to take along what we love. I am content with that and will let the laws of nature sort out the rest. more »