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by John Philipp
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Thought~Byte No. 82

March 26, 2008 08:35 AM EDT (Updated: May 26, 2008 06:54 PM EDT)
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Thought~Byte No. 82


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Comments: 203

John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 8:36am EDT
Concept and words by John Philipp. Drawings by Phil Frank.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 8:36am EDT
I've switched to posting Thought~Bytes in an article format. You can see Thought~Bytes 1 through 71 by searching for "thoughtbytes" under "images" or going to Images on my namespace.
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Kimber L. Mar 26, 2008, 8:36am EDT
This is too true!
Thank you for posting it to Make me Laugh
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Cheryl W. Mar 26, 2008, 8:37am EDT
Good one, John!
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 8:43am EDT
You're welcome, Kimber.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 8:44am EDT
Thanks, Cheryl.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 8:45am EDT
Careful folks, Kate's had her coffee this morning.

Good one, Kate.
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Pam P. Mar 26, 2008, 8:46am EDT
How true, how true!
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Rocco R. Mar 26, 2008, 8:47am EDT
funny
schnauzer
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Sandy M. Mar 26, 2008, 8:47am EDT
so true.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 8:47am EDT
Pam, would I post this if it weren't true? :)
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 8:48am EDT
Thanks, Rocco. Not just funny ...
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 8:48am EDT
Hi, Sandy. Have a great day.
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DIANE D. Mar 26, 2008, 8:48am EDT
this is wonderful
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 8:51am EDT
Whose perception and reality, Judi?
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Bert Van Essen Mar 26, 2008, 8:52am EDT
I lived with a person who lived by logic and reason-I longed for emotional feelings of joy, appreciation, and even acting on a hunch. I am too far the opposite-I have to call myself to act on reason when I decide with my emotions. Thanks for thinking me think!
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 8:53am EDT
I don't think you need any help in the thinking department, Bert.
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June B. Mar 26, 2008, 8:54am EDT
That's a left brain thing... right up my alley. Unfortunately, using it too much can cause self doubt and negativity. Now where did I leave my right brain this time?
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Larry M. Mar 26, 2008, 8:57am EDT
Reason and logic tell us we are never safe. Safety is an illusion.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 8:57am EDT
It's right on top of your pillow, June.
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Jay M. Mar 26, 2008, 8:57am EDT
Great! Often the way I feel...Not sure about today though...
Whatever...
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 8:57am EDT
Hmmm. Larry's also had his coffee this morning.
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Pat S. Mar 26, 2008, 8:57am EDT
Good one John. Logic and reason, my best friends. Wish more people were acquainted with them!
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Greg Schiller Mar 26, 2008, 8:59am EDT
I prefer to hide behind a wall built of panic and hysteria. It scares the hell out of people. I like that.
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Bob B. Mar 26, 2008, 9:01am EDT
Excellent, John. This is so true.
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Kathy W. Mar 26, 2008, 9:07am EDT
My reality is that all is illusion. There is no safety, no reason, no logic, no real reality.
Only perception--which we use, then, to build these other houses of mirrors and water. Excellent artwork, great sentiment here. (Good comments, too!)
Blessings,
Wilka
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Monica H. Mar 26, 2008, 9:10am EDT
I like it. It holds very true.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:11am EDT
Excellent comment and attitude, Wilka. Blessings to you as well.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:11am EDT
Thanks, Monica.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:11am EDT
Whatever ... have a great day, Jay.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:11am EDT
Pat, and you got the "illusion" part, no?
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Monica H. Mar 26, 2008, 9:11am EDT
Hi agree very much with what Kathy W. said above.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:11am EDT
OK, Kate but be sure to give it back.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:12am EDT
Greg, LMAO
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:12am EDT
Good for you, Monica.
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Marilyn M. Mar 26, 2008, 9:18am EDT
That's both funny...and deep.
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vickey w Mar 26, 2008, 9:19am EDT
Its very interesting John
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Julie (there will always be a rainbow) G. Mar 26, 2008, 9:20am EDT
I like this, and think it's true about most people. I think I may be the exception, though... logic scares the heck out of me.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:20am EDT
Funny and deep. A good start to the day then, Marilyn.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:21am EDT
Got it, Judi.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:21am EDT
Glad you thought so, Vicky.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:21am EDT
Sometimes it should, Vicky.

Other times ...
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Marilyn M. Mar 26, 2008, 9:22am EDT
Oh, yes, John. Nothing better than a cup of coffee in the morning, coupled with a bit of a laugh and some pondering. Great combination.
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Charity M. Mar 26, 2008, 9:24am EDT
((( I'm waiting for that BALL on the rope...I guess that will be the "answer"..lol )))
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Christopher B. Mar 26, 2008, 9:25am EDT
This is a nice one!
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penni d. Mar 26, 2008, 9:30am EDT
illusion of....how true,john...
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:31am EDT
It is a fine combination, Marilyn.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:32am EDT
Right between the eyes, Charity.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:32am EDT
Thanks, Christopher.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:32am EDT
Thanks, Penni. Have a great day.
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Robert - just a simple man - B. Mar 26, 2008, 9:39am EDT
Even when it's completely insane to do so..........
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Ruth MacGill Mar 26, 2008, 9:43am EDT
I don't. There are large disagreements about what is logical and reasonable. Just read the rants of people on opposite sides of current politics. They just can't believe that people with another opinion can be 'so stupid!"
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:45am EDT
It doesn't mean to not use logic and reason, Robert. Just don't be deluded by it.
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Ken C. Mar 26, 2008, 9:46am EDT
I told my kids they should do the reasonable and logical things 95% of the time. That's enough to do well and still leave room to be a happy, nonlinear human being.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:46am EDT
So true, Spartan. True for many people. Not me, of course.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:46am EDT
Excellent example, Ruth.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:47am EDT
Good advice, Ken.

(Of course, 93.4% is the correct answer).
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Doug M. Mar 26, 2008, 9:51am EDT
Hi John,

I'm going to look at art today in the galleries. I will do my best to bring a bit of logic and reason with me, but mostly I am looking for a vibration of sorts... some little resonance that what I am experiencing is real.
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Billie H. Mar 26, 2008, 9:52am EDT
Great one thank you for sharing.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:55am EDT
Sounds like a good process, Doug. Enjoy.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 9:55am EDT
You're welcome, Billie. have a great day.
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Bill W. Mar 26, 2008, 10:14am EDT
Terrific cartoon! It's true. I feel safe knowing that I am right and I worry about the other guy whose logic is flawed.
We shouldn't mix logic and reason with art. There is a certain logic/reason to that which each of us considers art. Of course, my perception is the right one and everyone elses requires some interpretation and a little pity.

Rest easy
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 10:16am EDT
I have the same problem, Bill.
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David W. Mar 26, 2008, 10:20am EDT
I'm told you can run but you cannot hide from logic and reason.
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Renee (Pres of Baby James Foundation) ~. Mar 26, 2008, 10:32am EDT
So true so true
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Rony J. Mar 26, 2008, 10:44am EDT
true
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sheila ~the hapless housewife~ j. Mar 26, 2008, 10:47am EDT
yeah, but it never works for me- I can be irrational and illogical- just ask my husband!
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Shirley U Understand Me S. Mar 26, 2008, 11:03am EDT
but that's not logical ,Captain....boy, did i get tired of that!
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Judi F. Mar 26, 2008, 11:11am EDT
sorry. Never heard of 'em.
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Haim Kadman Mar 26, 2008, 11:11am EDT
A great conclusion John, but what about the third wall - humor.
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Beth H. Mar 26, 2008, 11:22am EDT
They're only illusions? Rats! Now you tell me.
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Timothy S. Mar 26, 2008, 11:24am EDT
lol..very true!

Check out my NEW animation "God Does Have Humor"

If you like Non-fiction stories with a kick, check out the high school Diaries
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 11:25am EDT
Ah, Haim, humor is not a wall, it's a window.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 11:25am EDT
Somebody had to, Beth.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 11:26am EDT
Thanks, Timothy.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 11:26am EDT
Good morning, Ms. Lyla.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 11:26am EDT
Let's put it this way, David, you can not hide behind them.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 11:26am EDT
They do grab on tight, Arleen ..
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 11:26am EDT
Most companies change everything every seven years, Jenn - centralize, decentralize, centralize etc.

Makes them feel they're making progress.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 11:27am EDT
Hi, Rony.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 11:27am EDT
IHHO, Sheila.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 11:27am EDT
There was a difference, Shirley. Spock did not hide behind logic and reason, he believed in it.

Admittedly, overdone.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 11:27am EDT
Cecee, be my guest.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 11:27am EDT
Judi, that's because they don't live in the world of romance novels ;)
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Doyle ( IS SOOO 7 for 7 soon... ) C. Mar 26, 2008, 11:30am EDT
Excellent!! Reason and Logic . . . are elusive and more importantly, constantly changing. Science and medicine (for example) are guesswork in lab coats. What once was true, no longer is true . . . though some of it is returning from the untrue and back to the true. You can arm yourself but you can't hide behind these concepts. :)

Regards,
Doyle I <~~~~~
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Col. George W. Mar 26, 2008, 11:32am EDT
Logic and reason? Too bad they are seldom used. If they were we would not have the three very worst and less qualified candidates for President sharing the Media's attention.
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Susan B. Mar 26, 2008, 11:40am EDT
"Logic is the art of going wrong with confidence."

Morris Kline
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Jerri H. Mar 26, 2008, 11:41am EDT
Interesting~
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C A. Mar 26, 2008, 11:50am EDT
I like hiding behind Messirs Smith and Wesson, thankyouverrrrymuch.
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Vivian P. Mar 26, 2008, 11:59am EDT
Oh look it's me with a cute new hat !!
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Vivian P. Mar 26, 2008, 12:00pm EDT
Oh my C A
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 12:19pm EDT
Well said, Dean.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 12:19pm EDT
So, Lyla would that be a need or a want?
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 12:20pm EDT
Excellent explanation, Doyle.

And, who would want to?
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Marianne M. Mar 26, 2008, 12:20pm EDT
A good one, John!
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 12:20pm EDT
Can't argue with you, Colonel.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 12:20pm EDT
Great quote, Susan. Thanks.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 12:20pm EDT
Thanks, Marianne.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 12:20pm EDT
Thanks, Jerri.
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John Philipp Mar 26, 2008, 12:20pm EDT
C A, well, then there's that.
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