Cool idea for a thread, Maelstrom. It was fun reading about what inspired you all .. though I do note we are missing a few still.
In choosing my username, I didn't like that it sounds a bit like a disinterested reply.
It was more about looking for answers to the big questions. I like the idea of staying open to whatever we may discover. That works as the best frame of mind to have when pursuing science but also in regards to religion and metaphysical questions. There is no need to stake out and defend any particular piece of turf. No loyalties. Let the chips fall where they may. Whatever may come.
In choosing my username, I didn't like that it sounds a bit like a disinterested reply.
It was more about looking for answers to the big questions. I like the idea of staying open to whatever we may discover. That works as the best frame of mind to have when pursuing science but also in regards to religion and metaphysical questions. There is no need to stake out and defend any particular piece of turf. No loyalties. Let the chips fall where they may. Whatever may come.