Since we're close to Halloween, I thought a post comparing the characteristics of the traditional Halloween holiday with the characteristics of the political spectacle we are suffering through would be enlightening.
Earlier this week I created, in my mind, a great exploring the mystery post. I compiled a long list of similarities and differences - remember - this was all in my mind. I was much too busy to sit down and commit words to blogspot. The longer the list became, the more I chuckled to myself; the items on my list were clever and many seemed hilarious.
Briefly, I fantasized how great it would feel if the post went viral. It happens for other bloggers I reasoned.
Then it occurred to me that my great text would be further enhanced by the ghostly skeleton picture captured in the window one evening. This would add an element of mystery and tie in with exploring the mystery title.
How many times have you said to yourself, "I should take a minute and write this down or I might not remember later?"
The intent circled through my mind several times. Stop and write!
Later, when all my ideas did disappear, it reminded me how quickly my night dreams vanish in the morning minute my slippers ease into the carpet. Soon it became clear remembering in time to meet my deadline today wasn't going to happen. It was spooky; the post had entirely vanished.
All I can remember at this point is that that politics and halloween are scary but you knew that.
I spent most of the afternoon trying to remember and then when I couldn't remember, began looking for a great quote so the post wouldn't be a total loss. Now there are open books scattered everywhere but no quote met my needs.
Let me know if you have any ideas. I've spent way too much time on this today!
Thanks for exploring the mystery - Nicky Mendenhall
This was funny!
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