Color me crazy

I'm gonna start with, I do not do drugs. The D.A.R.E. program worked for me....and I say that because I was asked recently if I was on them. I have this theory, and you may have to use your imagination on this, so just go with it, but it's something I've told a few people about and I've gotten all parts of the spectrum. A few agree and say, yea I can see that, and I've gotten the - you make no sense - response. I think I've really got something here. Ok here we go.

It's about the perception of color. With the exception of those who may be color blind, we all  know our colors. Red from green, green from blue, our yellows, orange, etc. But what IF we all know the name of the color, versus what color we are actually seeing. What?!?! Confused yet? Ok here is how I explain my sober self.

When you are little we all see a color block. For the sake of the argument lets say that this block is orange (Or so you think). The teacher tells you 'this is orange', so you relate what you are seeing with the name - orange. And so on and so on for all the colors, "this is blue", "this is called red", etc. BUT WHAT IF what you are seeing isn't the same, such as the same color. For example, what if my orange is really your red, or even your green? This is where I lose people. Follow me if you can. What if we see things entirely differently but when we are taught what certain colors are called, we all brand them as the same title. Their color title, in this case. So when I see my green, it is really your orange, but we call it the same thing because its always been that color title. We will NEVER know the difference. Recently my argument was attempted to be crushed saying that Orange Juice will never be green, and it will always remain orange. I get it, I see your argument. However, we will never know that we don't see things differently. Right? I have tried to see the other side of the coin so that my theory could be squashed, but no one has given me enough to disbelieve my theory. The only thing I question is the color of food....but again, we wouldn't know the difference because it has always been called and perceived the same. My other argument was that we all see each other differently. Hence attraction. So why wouldn't it be the same for color? We all have our favorite colors....think about it. Stretch your mind, I promise I'm not crazy. A little weird possibly, but a few have agreed with me, and as far as I know they weren't high either. Read again at 4:20 if that helps. Ta ta.

Rub Me Down

There is nothing better than a good back rub, am I right? Well maybe a poster of cats giving each other back rubs, but to me it's a close second. Regardless of when and where, or what mood you've caught me in, if someone starts rubbing my shoulders or scratching my head and/or playing with my hair, I will immediately be entranced and stop whatever I am doing. A solid back rub goes a long way. I for one, would like to toot my own horn and say that I think I give great back rubs. Maybe its because I know what I like...and I believe in 'do unto others as you would like them to do to you'. Or maybe its because I have been told I am great at it. Either way, please rub my shoulders. I used to be lucky enough to get a professional massage every so often. Dear God was I spoiled. Now I have gone months without one. I want one...I need one....and I've started to justify "needing" one in so many ways. Back when I lived in the Outer Banks for a few summers, living with 10 other people and waiting tables to make living/spending cash, we traded back rubs like currency.  A group of lazy, college aged, girls and guys, who thought they were slaves to the service industry, and willing to trade giving a back rub for measly tasks and errands. For example, "Lacey I will give you a 10 minute back rub if you take this $10 bill of mine and go get me beer from the c-store". Done. Another example "Kevin, if you give me a 15 minute back rub I will do 1-2 loads of your laundry". Even, "Lacey, for the rest of your Mac n' Cheese I will rub your shoulders for 5 minutes". You get the idea. We were really living on the edge. There were always the roommates who never 'made good' on their end, and of course the ones that were just TERRIBLE at giving a massage. Obvious kinks to any trade, however overall it was quite the internal system. From everything I have learned both giving and receiving in the back rubbing world, never, and I mean never fall victim to the "lets make a circle" person....that person is normally the worst at giving back rubs. Plus, it's always a crap shoot because its completely hit or miss upon who you get to sit in front of. Awful. These kids are idiots. Complete amateurs. Except for maybe little Johnny there...he at least has the "right" idea. What...a player. I encourage you all to give and take back rubs as often as you can. Bring the currency back. It's stronger than the dollar.

"Watch Your F'ing Head!"

Terrible Olympic Commentary....make sure you listen for the end.

Nick Collins, a Miracle

Watch out for August....apparently it flies by. I have been terrible at this blog thing the past few weeks. More weddings, an actual family vacation, and lots of driving. My first week back to work has been stressful to say the least. 100+ emails in a matter of days and I guess my car couldn't take the traveling because Dora the Explorer has decided to rain on my parade and crap out on me. Repairs currently underway and more to come. Cross your fingers for a swift recovery. My problems could be much worse, and so could yours. Please take the time to learn about my amazing friend Nick, and what you may be able to do to help. Nick Collins, was recently in a terrible car accident with 2 other friends of mine (all Clemson grads). Nick has been in the ICU at MUSC for over a week now and could really use your support. Please feel free to follow Nick's miracle recovery in exchange for positive thoughts and prayers. He is a fighter and doing an amazing job, but has a long way to go. Nick has experienced multiple serious injuries, surgeries, and a recent amputation. An amazing musician and friend, Nick has an amazing heart and would jump at the chance to help a friend. If you feel you would want to deserve the same, there are several ways you can help. First with Prayer. If you would like to offset medical costs - - fundraisers and websites, as well as ways to keep up with Nick have been put in place- - CaringBridge.com being one of them. Thank you for your continued support, and continue to pray for our friends recovery. More about Nick and how to help here - -  http://www.nacwins.com/

Nick being a miracle - -CLICK HERE FOR THE STORY



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Nick and his band, Fowlers Mustache....check them out!