Nature doesn’t require comprehension. It isn’t offended by what you say or do. It doesn’t care what religion you are, what you wear, or how you think. It doesn’t care about anything we’re supposed to care about. Heh, it’s probably the singular demonstration of objectivity within our reach.

I had a chance to finally attend an AED meeting as “an outsider.” A physician from Alabama enlightened the group with his journey towards becoming an internist. He provided us with valuable advice, words of caution, and some laughter. Though he attended the University of Alabama at Birmingham for undergrad and medical school, he completed his residency training at Baylor College of Medicine. Before the meeting, he told me about the program being filled with valuable opportunities around the Texas Medical Center, and how he also shared an interest in neurology/neurosurgery similar to my own. It’s always nice to meet practicing physicians. They’re living examples of what all the hard work I’m about to take on will result in. The year 2013 seems so far away.

I suppose it’s just a symbolic event. The hustle-and-bustle of everyday life filled with conflict and stress being replaced by the tranquil ambience only nature can provide. The outdoors are cleansed of dirt as the temperature suddenly drops. Water, a symbol of life in itself, floods battered grounds bringing new life and renewing the old. How do we express our appreciation as humans? We too partake in an event that renews us… sleeping! Others like myself try to sleep, but the occasional bellowing of parents coupled with studying makes it painfully impossible. Time is rare these days, but once in a while, it’s nice to enjoy the simple things in life.