I just realized today that analogies exist because there are patterns in this universe. I had previously realized the existence of both those things, and even consciously tied them together in some way, but the significant thought that cemented this idea for me was that we should consciously look for patterns because they exist. That is why analogies exist, and why they are so important. The thing I appreciate most from the SAT was the fact that I had to study analogies for it; that was what first brought this tremendously fascinating concept to my attention. I like looking for patterns anywhere and everywhere, tangible or intangible, but I used to think it was a sort of random hit and miss. Now I realize that not only is it valid; it is something that we should do.

I think we should assume a writer's mind and constantly search for analogies...not for writing but for improving our understanding of this world.

Patterns are fascinating things. For one, there are trees. The tree shape is everywhere...that of a trunk branching out time and time again (points to a Source for all things).

Someone told me that they thought the entire creation was one complex fractal - down to the molecular level. I wonder about that...what if it is? The patterns would make a lot of sense then. But of course it is not something we can really try to figure out. Proving or disproving such an idea is rather beyond us.