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on my bookshelf... by [zonabi] in [books]

i never really got into reading books for fun until i was older. i guess i was under the impression that reading was strictly for academic studies. but lately i've taken a liking to books, and i like the very real and traditional feeling of actually holding the literature in your hands as an object-- as opposed to staring at a screen. books, the printing press, and literature in general has had such an enourmous impact on human civilasation its difficult to grasp. these webpages on the internet are a direct descendant of that creation. unlike these digital replicas though, books are tangible and really do exist in the three dimensional world. a relic of sorts, when viewed that way. i thought it would be neat to share some of the recent books ive gotten as well as list some of my favourites.

the book im reading right now is called "the spear of destiny" and its by trevor ravenscroft. its an intriguing account of history regarding the legend of the sacred spear to have supposedly pierced the side of jesus christ. yea i know that sounds pretty crazy, but thats just the start of a deeply esoteric and occult story spanning thousands of years.

another recent book i really took a liking to was robert monroe's "far journeys". monroe, a professor who founded his own institute, recounts several stories and events which occur during "out-of-body" experiences. as he searches for meaning to these higher dimensions he meets beings, jumps into other peoples/animals bodies, and gets closer and closer to understanding the workings of existance. monroe went on to start his own institute devoted to researching the out of body phenomena.

some other books currently in my collection are: michael talbot's the holographic universe, rudolf steiner's "the secret stream" and carlos casteneda's "the teachings of don juan".

what are you reading?


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kiva.org - loans that change lives by [zonabi] in [life]

I'm always talking to ameneas about how the internet has so much potential to help connect people in need across the world with those people who have something to spare. well, here's a prime example of a great site doing just that (thanks, nirav for showing me it). i placed one of their dynamic banners down below to help promote their cause. basically what they do is let people with extra money to loan money out to business owners who need help in mostly third-world countries. the site is done very well and you pick exactly who to help and can see the progress your help makes.

Kiva.org


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welcome to the new site! by [zonabi] in [life]

Welcome to the new zonabi website! its amazing to think back when zonabi was first launched in 2003, and to see how it has grown and matured. i'd like to thank all my friends who have helped me build this website into what it is, as well as my family and companion for always believing in me. from modifying xboxes and having halo tournaments, to discussing aliens and spirituality-- we didn't leave any stone unturned. i would like to thank you all, sincerely!

ok ok, now that my mushy new intro is over; lets get back to business!


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