Why do we humans insist on living in dangerous locations? I'm not one to ask, since I live in the heart of Tornado Alley. But, I have to wonder why we do it? My guess is we don't like anything getting in our way of settling down, and we will find a way to build in those areas regardless of the environment--much of Florida was originally swamp, but it sure is gorgeous!
The amazing thing is that when disaster does strike, there are tears and howls, but then we go right back and build all over again. We remain, doggedly fighting against the dangers with every bit of gristle within us. It's remarkable how persistent we are, and maybe it comes down to pure stubbornness. Either way, we are in every environment on Earth, and I very much doubt it will ever change.
Now, the funny thing about all this is that people do complain... a lot... about the terrible conditions. Everywhere on Earth, the weather changes constantly... yet, it's only in my area that it changes with the minute hand. I have to grin whenever people say that "here" if you don't like the weather, just wait an hour. There's danger anywhere you want to look, if you look hard enough. That's probably why we stay, after all. We picked our spot, and we'll live in it. No matter what. But, we reserve the right to fuss about it. Often.
- M
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