Donnie Darko Fear/Love Classroom Scene

Im hanging around at the moment on a facebook themed page that contains more than a few new age types. These people often equate much of what we do or say ( if they dont like it ) to fear. This reminded me of a clip from one of my favourite films, that points out the glaringly obvious over simplification of such ideas.  If only life were so simple...

Two Paces From Death

This week Im lucky to be alive, to be quite frank. A large oak branch fell without warning as I worked under a tree. The branch had broken, but was still attached to the tree trunk, so the other end hung near the ground. Normally branches like this are very strong, but as I trimmed it I heard a huge crash behind me as it fell without warning. Had I been two paces to the left there is a very good chance I wouldnt be here to write this blog today. You never see it coming.... People say chainsaws are dangerous, but I think what youre cutting is a bigger danger. Trees under pressure are unpredictable. Life is fragile.