Ceteris Paribus

I want to take the time to welcome you to my blog. For those of you who may be slightly confused to the choice in title, Cēterīs pāribus is loosely defined as “all other things being equal.” It assumes that other influences are absent. Of course in rapidly expanding countries like China and India, nothing is ever held constant. What is true one day may not be true the next, and what is true for one person may not be true for another. I approach this blog (and the trip), like a chubby child, face pressed up against the glass, waiting for the candy store to open. Inside I see some things that are beautiful, some confusing, and others frightening. I don’t know exactly what to make of it, or what I will end up taking home, but I am thoroughly excited nonetheless. And just like the chubby child, I expect at least a stomach ache or two. But that is part of the journey, part of exploring new cultures, discovering new vantage points, and rediscovering myself. Which is why I also include the following quote: “Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.” Reason will only take you so far. Sometimes it takes a great mind, imaging the beauty of what could be, not just for these two countries but for the world as a whole, to truly make a difference. So with those thoughts I leave you to explore. Take a look around, contribute, and share. But most of all, enjoy.

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