It is on this day, September 22, 2026, when the sun crosses the earth’s celestial equator heading south. Most people probably believe that it is on this day that the periods of day and night are the same: that those living north of the equator will begin experiencing longer nights and shorter days, and that those living south of the equator will begin experiencing longer days and shorter nights. This notion is not correct, however.
Those of us living at different distances from the earth’s equator (different latitudes) experience equal amounts of day and night (equilux) at different times. The equilux and the equinox only ever truly correspond, if you live along the equator — even then, there is a few minutes lag between them.
In the end, the equinox is something that all of humanity experiences at the same time, the equilux is experienced at the same time by only those living at the same distance (latitude) from the equator.
If you live very far from the equator, as do I in Seattle, you will not experience equal amounts of day light and night time until several days after the equinox takes place. The further away from the equator that you live the greater the delay in the equilux.
Alas, what we all share in common on the day and time of the equinox is the expectation that all of us who do not live along the equator will soon begin to experience either shorter days and longer nights, or shorter nights and longer days.
I wish you a very happy Autumn Equinox — even if you do live along the equator!
Roddy
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Life is full of surprises. Still, you can quit at anytime, if you have grown weary of their outcome. For, after all, survival is but a first step; it is a primitive instinct that does not distinguish us, humans, from other animals. Accordingly, if it is all that you can achieve in life, do not be surprised that others treat you like an ordinary animal. Alas, if it is all there is left, and you have grown weary, it is good justification to depart.
Before you go, however, look deep inside and determine if you are not the cause of your own demise. For, in the end, society owes you nothing, and even your parents are likely to forsake you, if you have not been grateful. Have you said thanks for all that you have received, and have you given in return for all that you have taken?
John F. Kennedy once stated "Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country". Obviously, he was not thinking of taxes, but the help that he would require to become an effective president. Little that is great can be achieved alone. Then too, it takes great leaders to motivate society and move it forward in a manner that will pave the way to a better tomorrow. The world is in need of good leaders. Maybe you are one of them in disguise.
Indeed, no one owes you a living, but if people see you struggling they are apt to lend a hand. Just do not be afraid to reach out. And, do not quit, if nothing is given in return. For, many people simply do not care, and you must not let them get you down.
You have a right to your own life and the pursuit of your own happiness, so do not be afraid to claim what is yours. Just do not take what belongs to others, if it not without their permission or obtained in fair competition. And, cry out when you have been cheated, but only if there is something to be gained from your cries, for few people like a cry-baby. Be judicious, strategic, and select your battles wisely. Do not waste your time with trivial injustices, for we all make errors, and we are all, therefore, subject to the injustice of others.
It is the very thought of exercising my freedom of last resort that keeps me alive, for it is the comfort that I can put an end to my suffering at any time that allows me to endure enormous pain. It is what gives me the courage to fight for what is right without fear of losing. It is a powerful freedom that you should never surrender!
Just do not make pain your goal, or you will surely finish a loser. Then too, never place pleasure over goodness and know to distinguish between the two.
In liberty,
Roddy
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