The stars can predict what happens next
by which Queen songs we’re listening to.
How does Mercury know it’s in retrograde?
Mercury knows
it is in retrograde
when it observes us
through a telescope
and sees that
we’re acting strangely.
All the planets do this.
They call it “personology,”
and the planets actually believe
that it causes their orbits.
The stars say things like
“oh the humans must be aligned today.”
And lo, and behold, we are.
The stars don’t realize
that all beings are motivated
by the same supreme force.
People AND planets.
Trail Wood,
2/20
The Cosmic Dance of Influence and Perception
In the infinite expanse of our shared universe, we explore the whimsical notion that the celestial bodies themselves, from Mercury to the distant stars, engage in the act of observing us, attributing their own cosmic behaviors to the patterns of human existence. This playful exploration turns the tables on traditional astrology, suggesting a universe where planets and stars are as intrigued by us as we are by them.
Mercury’s Retrograde and the Reflection of Human Behavior
The concept that Mercury knows of its retrograde by observing human peculiarities through a cosmic telescope invites us to ponder the interconnectedness of all things. It proposes a universe alive with curiosity, where the movements of planets and the behaviors of humans are intertwined in a cosmic ballet, each influencing the perception of the other.
Personology: The Celestial Science of Observation
The term “personology,” ascribed to the planets’ study of human behavior, humorously suggests that celestial bodies possess their own theories and sciences, mirroring our attempts to understand the universe through astrology. This idea whimsically proposes that planets believe human alignments impact their orbits, offering a cosmic twist on the notion of as above, so below.
The Cosmic Misinterpretation of Human and Planetary Alignment
The stars’ commentary on human alignment, believing it to influence their own cosmic state, serves as a metaphor for the often misunderstood connections between celestial phenomena and human affairs. It reflects the humorous possibility that just as humans seek patterns in the stars, the stars might do the same with us, albeit with the same level of misinterpretation.
The Universal Force That Binds All Existence
At the heart of this cosmic jest lies a profound truth: the recognition that all beings, whether terrestrial or celestial, are motivated by the same supreme force. This realization bridges the gap between science and spirituality, suggesting that the universe and its inhabitants are part of a greater whole, connected by the threads of this universal force.
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
We explore the playful notion that celestial bodies observe and interpret human behavior, attributing their own cosmic movements to ours. This humorous perspective invites us to consider the interconnectedness of the universe and the universal force that motivates all beings, both people and planets.
Glossarium
- Cosmic Ballet: A metaphor describing the intricate dance of celestial bodies and their interactions with each other and with humanity.
- Celestial Curiosity: The idea that planets and stars possess a curiosity about the universe, mirroring human inquiry into the cosmos.
- Universal Force: The fundamental energy or principle that connects all aspects of the universe, guiding the movements and existence of both celestial and terrestrial beings.
“The universe is not required to be in perfect harmony with human ambition.” – Carl Sagan
In the vastness of space, where stars do trace,
Their paths across the cosmic lace,
Mercury peeks with a curious face,
At the human race, in its hectic pace.
“Ah,” says Mercury, “it’s that time again,
When my path makes humans exclaim, ‘When?
Will this retrograde ever end?'”
Yet in truth, it’s us they apprehend.
The planets above, in their celestial sphere,
Watch us with a kind of cosmic cheer,
Thinking our lives steer their heavenly gear,
A notion both far and eerily near.
Yet beneath this playful cosmic game,
Lies a truth both wild and tame,
That the force which lights the starry flame,
Is the same that in our hearts does claim.
For in the dance of stars and souls,
Where the universe its story unfolds,
A connection that truly holds,
Is the love that the cosmos beholds.
We invite your reflections on this cosmic interplay, where celestial observations and human actions are humorously entwined.
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