303--Village

Watched a lot of tv this week. Sal said the pilot of V reminded him of the Great Controversy, a book by Ellen White. I was hooked right away.

Also watched Glimpse of Eternity with Ian McCormack, Dan's recommendation. I'm about to watch it again (There's a link at the bottom of this post).

I watch the tv my friends watch. It's the way I shop for anything else. I figure I'll probably enjoy what the people I like enjoy.

Sometimes, though, I have to beware what things I can't afford to let in at a particular time. Like for some reason the sitcom 'Friends' has been tough for me to watch. I find myself becoming way more sexual and sarcastic as I identify with the lives of the main characters. I noticed I was making different jokes, laughing at different jokes and less careful in my thoughts about sexuality.

I even noticed that I'm not affected that way by an episode or two. But the way I watch tv, it's a whole season at a time, and the continuity of the story intertwines with moral fiber. The tapestry shows color lines instead of color spots---a more sustained impact on choice patterns. Makes me think about the way habits are formed. I'm told it takes repetition of about 21 days to create a new habit-groove in the brain.

When forced to be still, as I have been this week, I notice many thoughts about priority. With energy supply restricted, we do only what must be done, and conserve energy from those things that aren't necessary. It's like spending money or any other resource. When we have less, we spend differently.

That reminds me, Andrey's going to teach me how to create and execute next year's budget. We start on that next week. It's go time. We're down to 30 days from a huge adventure.

Yesterday, around 5, Wanee called and asked if it was ok to bring over some Thai Vegetarian soup from Yai (nearby restaurant). The soup was delicious, and company delightful. Thank you, Wanee.

Then Dan stopped by and we drove to Burbank for Chipotle and conversation. Two full meals within three hours, and there was room for more. I guess my appetite is back, and that's great news. Feels like this cold or whatever is on its way out.

Already today, Cecilia checked to see if I need anything and I asked if she could just play with Vegas. I haven't been able to play with him much this week. I'm sure he's bored.

What would I do without my friends? It takes a village to shape a man.

Goodnight, Beautiful...

Goodnight, Strender