There are spoons, then theories on spoons

Paul Wheaton, founder of the Code Ranch as well as Permies.com, made a post today about a rrealization he's had.  First though, the lady (from Portugal) who gave him the realization posted this quote by Buddha:

You can search throughout the

entire universe for someone who is more

deserving of your love and affection than

you are of yourself, and that person is not

to be found anywhere.  You yourself, as much

as anybody in the entire universe, deserve

your love and affection

- Buddha

This is first time I heard of this particular theory, and it seems a lot like a combination of different philosophies I have heard in the past.  This also helps me with The Meaning.

I would highly recommend reading through his post. While I would truly love to copy/paste what he wrote verbatim, would rather everyone take a peek and see for themselves.  There is a lot of useful discussion in the thread too.  There is also a lot of truth in it in that we really need to take care of ourselves first and foremost as no matter how much we wish to help people, we must help ourselves first and foremost, then "spread the excess" as necessary.


On other news, most likely leaving Oregon Coast tomorrow headed north.  Scooter is already loaded up and will be securing everything shortly.