e's love for the animals, a beautiful sunset, and, of course, love for the world we live in (who knows, maybe if we all felt love for the world we live in at the same time, something exciting 'might' happen. Aw well...) Is it better to be ignorant, or intelligent, when the realization hits that life is virtually meaningless? Perhaps it would be better to be a dog, oblivious to the concept of a meaning to life (I'm not talking about them giving love to their owners...but the bigger picture). Would you prefer to know there was no big plan, and have your bubble burst, or would it be better for you not to know at all? I say, it's better to know. Then, you can get on with doing other things. You might say it makes no difference, but with intellect, you have the capacity to do different, and more challenging things with the understanding that you stand alone in this world, unique and irreplacable. I hope I have not upset anyone terribly with my thoughts on the matter. I am comfortable with my conclusions, am happy with my life, and do not need counselling. *indignant* There is a point to day to day life, but with the 'big-picture' major faults and queries just jump out at me. Perhaps a little disappointed at the lack of celestial preparation, but.......