Bob Terwilliger wrote:

> JL wrote:
>
> > If i can go all metaphysical and esoteric on you for a moment, i
> think
> > the idea of the winter solstice, where the sun reaches and turns
> around
> > from its most northerly declination is a time of low energy and the
> > beginning of new, thus the frenzy of enthusiasm to mark it,
> 'sympathetic
> > magic" at its clearest displayed by the majority of peoples at one
> time
> > of the Year or another. An instinctual need, In the northern
> > hemisphere, to mark the birth and/or return of the sun or son. But
> its
> > actually visible epiphany is not celebrated till spring, and the
> summer
> > equinox is special full blown kiss of fire. The glory of existence
> in
> > full bloom, at the peak of its yearly cycle. To be celebrated as
> such.
>
> Temperamental difference: I am very strongly energized by the cold and
> dark.
> If you have any familiarity with the Carnot cycle, you're aware that
> the
> greatest heat difference results in the greatest efficiency and best
> output.
>
> Besides, I agree with this assessment:
>
> APRIL is the cruellest month, breeding
> Lilacs out of the dead land, mixing
> Memory and desire, stirring
> Dull roots with spring rain.
> Winter kept us warm, covering
> Earth in forgetful snow, feeding
> A little life with dried tubers.

"The boat responded
Gaily, to the hand expert with sail and oar
The sea was calm, your heart would have responded
Gaily, when invited, beating obedient
To controlling hands."

> --from "The Waste Land" by T. S. Eliot