Maurice Asselin

Maurice Asselin as Fat Hank the movie CLEAR LAKE

Maurice Asselin in the Don Cherry story

Maurice Asselin Movie Bio

2001 An Other Day Shannen Doherty (Extra)

2002 A Season On The Brink Brian Dennehy (Extra)

2002 Coming Forward Scared Silent Penelope Ann Miller (Reporter)

2002 The many trials of one Jane Doe Wendy Crewson (Extra)

2002 Mary Kay Story Shirly Maclean (Extra)

2002 The Unauthorized Story of 'Three's Company' Melanie Deanne Moore Bret Anthon

2002 On thin Ice(Defending my Children)Diane Keaton(Extra)

2003 Seven Times Lucky(Kevin Pollac ) Extra

2003 More Than Meets The Eye Carey Lowell (Extra)

2003 In The Dark Kathleen Robertson (Extra)

2003 The Weakerthans Music Video (fight scene) Featured Extra

2003 Shall We Dance Jennifer Lopez Richard Gere (scene with Jennifer) store keeper

2003 Zeyda And The Hitman Judd Hirsch (Extra)

2003 The Winning Season Kristin Davis Matthew Modine (reporter)

2003 The Shield Stories(Janitor)Extra

2004 Niagara Motel Wendy Crewson Kevin Pollack (Extra)

2004 Category 6: Day of Destruction Nancy McKeon Randy Quaid (Extra)

2004 Capote Philip Seymore Hoffman academy award Chris Cooper (KBI Agent)

2005 Nothing Both The Truth Ryan Pinkston (Extra)

2006 You kill me Sir Ben Kingsley Tea Lioni(Extra)

2006 Elijah Billy Merasty Maury Chaykin Currie Graham (Extra)

2006 What if God where the sun Lacey Chabert Gena Rowlands Extra)

2007 Chasing The devil The Green River Killer (Extra)

2007 High Life Rossif Sutherland Joe Anderson (Extra)

2008 Clear Lake (Principal Actor)"Fat Hank" Salvage Yard Boss

2008 Click to watch trailer http://clearlakemovie.com/ Clear Lake 2012

2008 Amreeka Cherien Dabis Director ( janitor )

2008 Audition for Dekalb Brand Seeds commercial

2009 Don Cherry Movie (featured extra)

2010 Cashing In Season III (featured extra)

2011 Voice over audition Santa's Apprentice II (Mr Rachet)

2012 Imperfect Justice Rob Lowe (Court Gallery Observer)

2012 Mr Hockey-The Gordie Howe Story (business man)

2013 Audition For Old Country (Principle Actor) ( Frank)

http://clearlakemovie.com/

Friends and Neighbours

Friends and neighbours
An unprotected border makes us good neighbours
No fences or snares do we have only a thin divide
Blessed we are to be friends far and wide
North America thrives on freedom forever
Good health and happiness for all at the border
Hands reach over a thin line where hearts meet
Many stories we share as cousins across one and other
A great history we have together with peace and respect
Pictures on either side look the same we have no shame
Lest we forget our battles as one making our enemies run
Strength in numbers across two borderless countries
The world envies a lasting friendship two respectful nations
Proud to be friends and neighbours with caring hearts
Never a line should to be drawn between us at sunset
Let us remain friends and neighbours thou we haven’t met
Unprotected border is unique in a world of indifference
Brothers and sisters forever peaceful we shall remain

Maurice Asselin July 22 2009

A lifetime of living passes so quickly. What are my most memorable times in my life? In the sixties I got involved with the new concept of community television. I had a show called “The way it is.” However this was a short- lived career.
Only by chance did I become a photographer, writer, photo studio owner, freelance photojournalist, movie extra, and eventually actor. In 1973 I bought a huge Chrysler car.
I found an older 35mm camera tucked in the corner of the trunk. My girlfriend at that time was a smart good-looking country girl. Thanks to her smarts she had a big hand in my up and coming career. My good friend Andrew and I had visions of becoming great writers. We freelanced our talents to CBC radio for a while writing comedy skits. We interviewed then famous Pauline Boutal, artistic director of the Cercle Moliere in St. Boniface, hoping to sell the story to MacLean’s Magazine. It was refused. Wanting to be a good photographer I started chasing ambulances hoping for that news-breaking photo. .
I eventually got a job with Lance Publishing as an add salesman. I always had my then new Pentax camera with me. They would give me photo assignments from time to time. I kept bugging the then editor Wes Rosen for a chance to write stories. I eventually wrote an article along with photos on the last of the men’s beer parlours the Nicolette hotel in St. Boniface. I would freelance to other daily and weekly newspapers in Manitoba. I had the good fortune of having photos with a bi-line published in daily and weekly newspapers.

In 1974 I borrowed a $150 bucks from my dad so I could open a photo studio under the name L’image photography in St. Boniface. Business was good in that I had a link with the entertainment industry agents representing local live bands. I did most of the groups publicity photos for a few years. My partner and also did portrait, passport, commercial, industrial, interior, exterior photography. I closed the studio in 1981. Hence a few years have passed. I got involved with the movie industry in 2001. I mostly worked as a background performer until 2008. Thanks to Mick Paulusma writer director and Lori from Next casting I auditioned for a speaking roll in the movie Clear Lake and got the part as Fat Hank the junkyard boss. My latest project was in the Don cherry in Selkirk Manitoba in 2009. I was in twenty-eight projects and one music video since 2001. I’m looking forward to other work in the near future. Winnipeg is slowly getting more projects over the summer.

Tribute to Michael Jackson 1958 - 2009

You were born Michael seven out of nine
Sometime in august 1958 was born a Star
Gary Indiana was the place at that time
Your mommy and daddy were proud again
They saw you could sing and dance Michael
The Jackson five became the name of fame
You hit the big time my man headed for the moon
Michael Jackson was the name to remember forever
1971 you became the king of pop sitting on top
1982 you sat at on a mountain with thriller a super star
From a child to a mans man you remained until that day
Off the wall bad, dangerous, history, are only recordings now
Sad your life was not easy Michael your innocence made you pay
Mother Nature called your name Michael you came
1958 to 2009 the years you were given to shine and be a star
We will miss you until eternity becomes day one again Michael
You were tired didn't know your heart decided it was time to go
Your in the arms of nature with the children you loved so much
Your Brothers sisters will not forget the Michael they knew so well
The days have ended Michael sleep well knowing you are safe
Michael we know where you are one more star in the sky forever!

Maurice J Asselin June 29, 2009 >

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Big Daddy's Rock and Roll Show!

Some people may remember this face in and around 1978. Wow! I have I changed. I was doing Big Daddy's Rock and Roll Show in Winnipeg's local bars and around Manitoba. My ultra ego didn't look like that. He was a biker type character with a lot of attitude. Sun glasses, black leather motorcycle jacket and a triumph cap. I never thought that from a costume contest at a local drinking hole that Big Daddy would evolve into a pretty thriving business! By accident I took on the voice of Wolf Man jack a popular radio personality from the 50's and 60's. The combination seemed to work well along with hours of taped Rock and Roll music from the fifties up to the early seventies. My first greaser social was a sell out, 500 people showed up and I almost got arrested for over capacity in the hall we had rented. I was the producer, manager, agent, photographer and front man Big daddy. By the time we got into full swing we had a pretty cool looking show, with lights, slides, smoke, and much more. Big Daddy was very popular with the ladies. I was unattached ready and willing, you get the picture. At that time our show was a catalyst allowing people to dance to taped music in bars. Live bands had been the norm for years until the liquor control commission had put the lid on dancing to live music, silly as it was. Dancing at Greaser socials was OK, however not in bars. I lobbied the Commission for months on end until they changed the ruling. The law was changed and the rest is history. So comes Disco in the late seventies early eighties. I hated Disco and slowly Big Daddy faded into obscurity. I remained a Freelance Photojournalist and kept trying to survive. Many years of partying , smoking, drugs and booze took it's toll on my body. I finally gave up the whole lot and got sober in 1980 and have been enjoying a life of sobriety ever since. I'm a retired guy now working in the movie industry as an Actor/movie extra enjoying my life.

GROUND ZERO

LOOK INTO THE SKY AND SEE THE TOWERS

NO MORE REFLECTION ARE THEY IN THE SUN

EMPTY SPACE IN THE SMOKE FILLED AIR

SILENCE IS FOREVER IN THE STILL GROUND

ANGELS FLOAT SEARCHING FOR A LOVED ONE

GROUND ZERO IS NOW A NAME THAT LIES STILL

A MEMORY FOREVER IN THE MINDS OF MANY

STRENGHT CIRCLES THE FERTILE GROUND

FUTURES ARE PASSED ON TO THE LIVING

A GREAT LOVE HAS RISEN FROM THE DEBRIS

ASHES TO ASHES DUST TO DUST HAS STRENGHT

UNITY IS CREATED THAT NO MAN SHALL DESTROY

HEROES AND GREAT MEN CONTINUE TO WALK

A SMILE RISES UPWARD INTO THE HEAVENS

THE PAIN WILL SUBSIDE THE FOND MEMORIES

WILL BE FOREVER

MAURICE J ASSELIN

Nature's Reflections in a Glass

Nature's reflections are your eyes
the glare is kind and clear forever
slowly look over your shoulder
faded memories are in a special place
so much time has past however slow
nature has resolved and made a print
search the eye of your soul and forgive
nature is patient and Wait's your answer
count the grains of sand as time is short
a shallow scoop is all that is needed
feed yourself with the knowledge of stillness
mother earth in its kindness will comfort you
fear not the waters as nature keeps you afloat
listen to a voice from the sea enjoy the sound
natures patients a Wait's your response once only
your response is silent in nature's glass
the glass is full of you and you of it
fear not mother nature holds you forever

Maurice Asselin December 4, 2004
For my friend Rhonda with love

Post Cataract Surgery?

Holly Molly people? Cataract surgery is a big business? Went to Misericordia urgent care and nursing facility, once a 125-bed hospital in Winnipeg! I arrived one hour early 11;00 am as requested for pre-operation set up. I was not the only one there for sure dam? The room was lined up with beds as far as my bad eyes could see! The ones with patches on one eye eating toast and coffee had past the production line ready to be shipped out? My inquisitive journalistic mind went into action! How many surgeries a day are performed here I ask? An average of 50 nurse answered! They have four operating rooms on the move cutting out cataracts. Blue haired ladies and grey haired balding men can be seen pushed back and forth in and out! Ham and eggs toast and coffee was once the breakfast for the golden oldies? Cut backs and a poorly run health care system running out of money is evident. A room full of highly paid help keeps the production line in motion?
One gal runs the coffee pot and toaster tucked in the in corner going steady! I paid $300 for soft lens implant not covered by Manitoba health? I still have one more eye to be done in the end of May at a cost of $300! The person in the next bed who chose the hard lens implant gets it done free of charge! Ok my choice you say? My research shows that Ontario health care system has no charge for soft lens implant! May I add that I’m struggling to write this as I try seeing past the constant fog permeating my eye? Post operation doctor visit he says normal for a tuff cataract removal? What ever? At least a week in the fog-putting eye drops 4 times a day! Don’t listen to your friends that say I could see vivid clear colors the next morning! In some cases yes it does happen! By the way the doctor said I could drive, however very carefully! If you live in Winnipeg and see a beat-up 87 Dodge Caravan coming your way, take your chances lol! As usual its Never a yes or no with me it’s a long-winded story! Hey have a nice Sunday and it’s great seeing you, well almost!

Maurice

Soleil et la Lune

Soleil et la Lune

Je suis ne entre le soleil et Ia lune
Lange de ma naissance et fiêre de mois
Soleil o SoIeil de ma mere ou ét~ vous
Se suis à L’age de raison et le roi de ma maison
Soleil de la lune réchauffe-le-toi de mon ame
Mama chère maman oust été vous
Et vous entrez le soleiI et la lune
Je vois Ies etoil de vos yeux
Je suis ne entre le soleil et la lune
Ou et la chaleur de ta voit sure mon ame
Pour aujourd’hui je suis calme
Les second son long entre le soleil et La lune
Les tendres de ta voix chauffent l’heure de ma vie
Je suis ne entre le soleil et la lune
Vous été lange de ma naissance ma chère
Merci pour les respire et la chaleur de ta voit sur
Le mémoire de mon aujourd’hui
je suis entre le soleil et la lune le soleil et la lune

Maurice Asselin
24 Janvier 1988

A la mémoire de ma chere mama Marie Ange

The Old Bastards Club?

Is that a fair statement to make? For those who are still above ground, you dam right! Will your reputation as an old bastard precede you? The term can be used many ways to articulate a man's disposition! If your looking for political correctness, then you have come to the wrong place. When a bunch of old guys get together and talk about life in general, the shock waves may knock you over. Most older people have grown up enough to drop the facade and have stopped living in denial! How about the truth? That could be optional! The truth about me will set me free for sure. The spin doctors and experts have taken over the world? The propaganda machine is running out gas! Have you talked to an old bastard lately? "Been there done that and survived it all". Talk to an old bastard and you may meet a very wise man?

The Riches of Writing

I'm no stranger to poverty so I will continue on my path to the riches of writing. Helping those in need of a shoulder to lean on in times of trouble. He's my brother he's not heavy. Service to your fellow man has the weight of a feather not the burden of heavy gold. To see the eye of your own soul gives you freedom in knowing the truth shall set you free. The safety and warmth of your mothers womb has wisdom that mortal men know little. Mother nature's love warms us in sunrise and in sunset forever protecting us from harming ourselves. To pick up a stone and heave it against an other rock has no value its best to lay it down so it may have heat to warm hands that need healing.

Maurice J Asselin

I just want to take care of my babies!!!!

Why be surprised at the basic nature of the female species! Human Nature period!! no man in the picture no offspring to take care of. Straightforward common sense and logic. Not surprising that she tolerates having the knuckle dragging monkey around to forage for food and gather the wood to keep the babies warm. That is the basic and simple explanation.
We as men will make an effort to help with the babies, however our basic nature is to mate with her as often as she is willing. Much like the animal kingdom we have the urge to look out side the nest with the hope that we are within the eyesight of an ovulating female. Never get between a mama bear and her cubs! Widowed women out number widower men by a large margin. They just simply live longer. Go to any nursing home in North America, As an example the building I live in has sixty suites with only five men the balance are widowed ladies.
You all know this, however my stubbornness’ in ignoring political correctness puts a different slant on what you all maybe thinking. As humans were we really meant to spend an entire lifetime with the same mate? In theory It may make sense to many. However the divorce rate statistics surely brings up a compelling Argument to the contrary. Who wants to take on religion, the experts, or maybe those who have spent sixty or more years with the same person? Please don’t use me as an example I for whatever reasons could not maintain an ongoing relationship with the same women for any length of time. However I did father two children as the results of a legal marriage. If the truth be known unknowingly I may have fathered more. For those who’s heart may have started to race or felt faint or your self righteous brain went into gear, I have been divorced from a short six year marriage for forty years. Ok take a deep breath and lets get on with the story. Only the mothers of those offspring really know! Was I used as a sperm donor, Let them answer that question. (“don’t worry I’m on the pill”) I was only following my basic nature as knuckle dragging monkey.Tina Turner said it best " whats love got to do with it" If your offended by this article please pass it on. If your not offended say nothing because it will defeat my reasons for writing it in the first place. Or maybe your snickering in agreement. I am no shock jock writer trying to get attention?? Just and old guy who thinks he's a wordsmith.

Maurice Asselin

Dear -----------------

Dear ---------

Firstly I have to make very clear to you that I am not a psychiatrist or qualified psychologist. My experience has come from many years of observing my own behavior. The AA program is based on twelve steps, twelve traditions, twelve concepts. The program of recovery is based on the individuals ability to be honest with themselves. This is a lifetime commitment in applying the principals set down in the big book of Alcoholics anonymous. The program is very clear that it is voluntary and only makes suggestions based on experience that is shared as being part of a program of recovery. We only get back to the degree that we put into practicing certain principles in our own personnel recovery.
As in most twelve step programs that have adopted the 12 steps of AA, the recovery rate is only about 3 % .

Most of my ability in understanding human nature comes from many years of searching out and being honest about the things that have affected me personally in childhood and growing up in a dysfunctional environment. Many years of being influenced by people places and things had caused me to react to life mostly in negative terms. My anxieties, fears, and panic came from not being able to understand that other negative influences as well as my own caused me to loose touch with reality. This does not mean being insane! Over many years of self discovery and dealing with very painful memories did I realize that I was in many ways not totally at fault. I had to learn how to clear the path and come to terms with the past that caused me pain and suffering. To the degree that I wrote down the good the bad and the ugly did I feel less anxious. I had to make a ledger that was divided into two parts negative one side positive the other. Like I had told you about how fear is the corroding thread that touches almost every aspect of lives. Anger and resentments that we harbor is what blocks us from the sunlight of the spirit. Only to the degree that we rid ourselves from the wreckage of the past do we achieve peace of mind and serenity. I had to learn how to forgive myself first.
Its a simple process, however not easy but it can be done. keep it simple but be very honest with yourself about the challenge ahead. Take your time in writing down each discovery however painful it may be. Remember this a personal journey that you must take. You do not have to share this with anyone. You may keep your journal close or after reviewing a few times understanding what you have written and dealt with some of pain and forgiving yourself and others for the harm caused. You may decide to destroy what you have written. Its like a self confession on paper. The idea is to get it out of your system rather then let it roll around inside. If you feel the need to go back to review some of what you have written then do so. We are always left with little scares that will heal. The key is to not have any pain attached to the memories. To the degree that we climb over the wall of adversity and allow ourselves the pain and suffering do we find a degree of humility. Once over the wall we look back with a strong character being able to handle life's challenges on a daily basis without fear and understanding. This a short version of a lifetime of work that will never end. We must stay vigilante on a daily basis. That is why " one day at a time" is so true for all of us. Yesterday is gone tomorrow is not here however we have today to deal with. Thank you for the opportunity to help you as that is how I maintain my sobriety is in helping others.

serenity prayer

God grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change
courage to change things I can, and
wisdom to know the difference.

Maurice

Clear Lake the movie filmed in Winnipeg

Writer Director Mick Paulusma films the movie Clear Lake in and around Winnipeg. This is my principal acting roll as the Salvage Yard Boss " Hank"
Now finished this will be a hit out the park grand slam movie and will be ready for up and coming film festivals canada and USA!

What a country eh! Got the part!

I had accepted the decision that I would not get the part in the movie Clear lake. Small with only four lines, however my first speaking roll. I had spent the day with my best friends Sonny and his wife Evelyn. Friends since teenagers. I came home and had a message from Lori Casting director with next Casting. I was to call her. I called and left a message. I've worked with next casting since 2001. Most calls were for a time and place and what to wear. A brief description of the movie. The phone rang around lunch time. Lori from casting, Maurice I want to let you know that we decided your audition was to good to pass up. We had to convince actra that we wanted you for the roll as the " Salvage yard boss". How and who they had to convince I was the choice for the roll is the part of the business I don't understand. However from an extra to an actor, what a change from just a few days ago. I had a cell phone that I gave up about fifteen years ago. Lori had asked me when she called my about my first audition as the Salvage yard boss, if I had a cell phone. I said then, I can't afford that luxury. Believe me the $90.00 investment was a stretch for me, however I got a cell phone. So now I'm in a different ball game. Exciting, absolutely! Where will it take me? Who knows with this crazy business. Looking forward to the journey. I can't forget the last twenty seven or so years of living "one day at a time".

“How not to Audition”

How not to audition for a thirty second commercial! Working as a movie extra is simply just doing what you are directed to. I auditioned for a speaking role in a local low budget independent feature film. Two auditions and I had it nailed down. The buzz about my scene as the Salvage yard boss in the movie Clear Lake has been good. The wrap party was an interesting evening to say the least. I was congratulated on my performance.
I’ve been in the movie biz since 2001. This was my first chance at a speaking roll. It does not often happen in the industry. I had sent my photo and resume to Jim Heber the casting director for principle actor speaking rolls in Winnipeg. Not expecting to ever be called, I was invited to audition for a TV commercial. They sent me the script by email.
Two thirty second commercials for a product called Dekalb. Monsanto is one of the largest agricultural suppliers in the world. I was to audition on Tuesday July 29. I had studied the lines feeling good about my ability to deliver the goods necessary to get the part. Wow was I wrong!!! Auditioning for a commercial was totally different than a part in a movie. Stand look directly into the camera read your lines as suggested and that is it!
Most importantly pronounce the product name correctly. The Monsanto representative was watching each audition. I was third or fourth in line to go into the room. Each audition took no longer than a few minutes. I could hear the people ahead me read their lines. Ok, no big, deal sounds simple enough. I went in and totally blew the whole audition. I found it difficult to look directly into the camera, and did not read exactly as directed, also mispronounced the product name. I know for sure they have picked the candidate to do the commercial, and it’s not me. Does this mean I may never get the chance to audition for a speaking roll with the only speaking roll Director again???

The audition was good all are happy!

Wow what an experience that was! I had made up my mind prior to going to the audition that I know my lines well. I checked my ego at the door, walked in to meet a down to earth director who had checked his ego as well. A young man for sure, cordial, friendly, unassuming open to what you can offer. Amazing how well things go when competition is removed from the equation. Lori the casting director for Next casting was there. An other lady that read lines so I could give my spiel. I had made up my mind that I was going to give it my best. I always knew that given the chance I could give a convincing performance. The directors response was positive and he seemed pretty happy with my take on the lines. So much so that he had me read lines for an other part. OK I will relax and enjoy the experience and let things unfold and see what is to come next. I've been in the business long enough to know that things do change and not to get my hopes up to much. However I'm sure we will be meeting some time in the near future. I can always be that extra that they always need. I hope that I get the chance to prove my worth as a speaking actor. All in all it was a great day for sure. I had been at a loss for words for some time now. Writers block I guess. I'm in a good place emotionally and feel the flow is coming back. Before I wear out my welcome I will shut down and save it for an other day. By for now!

A promise to Dream! Only you can Dream! I have a Dream?

I was told a long time ago that "I was a dreamer." The greatest promises are an other persons dreams. Two dreamers never connect on the same level.
The human animal has evolved from dreams into a degree of reality. A thought is a dream,or is a dream a thought? The crazy clue that keeps us in a semi state of reality is dreams. I dreamt I broke a promise. To many disappointment's come from an others dream! Expectations come from a dream, however anger comes from a disappointed expectation!
Only Human intelligence can make a false promise. Is it true then, that we are chronic liars? Who made the first promise? Complicated for sure! I had a dream to confuse you and I kept my promise! Don't be disappointed, just come up with a better dream. So dream on people and remember to keep a promise?

What do you want to be when you grow up?

That’s the question most ask of today’s children, however would you be surprised if a five year old kid would say, alive! That would be my first option. Who’s to blame for that? Today’s world is so different post 1975. Drugs and Rock and Roll haven’t gone away! North America is a great place to live work and raise a family. However how secure are we? How many kids really want to be the doctor, nurse, fireman, and lawyer, along with many other glorified professions that we all dreamt of being as children? Have we as a society made that dream less attractive over the years? I’m sixty-four years old from “the old school.” Are my grand children grateful? I’m not so sure! Man and his dreams have backed society into an unpleasant corner for sure! Why have many of our kids become grossly overweight and less educated in spite of our advanced knowledge?
Over the counter and prescribed drugs has become societies babysitter! Power and greed has been the great motivator over the centuries. Illness is epidemic, more so then anytime in the past. The politically correct, along with a so-called new world order has propelled us into an uncaring selfish angry society! . We survey the hell out of every aspect of our lives! We have more self-proclaimed experts trying to convince us on how we should live and behave! The age of instant communication is a great tool for the propaganda machine that wants a piece of the action! Boil it, simmer it, and fry it, however at the end of the day we count the profit margin! Every thing down to health care is a business with a dollar sign at the end of it. We even know how many of us are going to die each year from some form of illness. Don’t asked your kid what he wants to be when he grows up? Just assure him he will grow up?

I believe I doubt I believe I doubt The doubt of believing!

I believe I doubt I believe I doubt The doubt of believing!
Is it fair to give a God, a power greater, the Universal one, credit/ blame for all tragic events that happen? Should we not apply common sense and logic in the natural order of nature? Simple logic says that if you live near water, you may get your feet wet! However if you live near a Mountain you may get struck by a rock! Cold climate may bring snow and blizzards!

Human beings have struggled with the notion of a supreme power for ever and will until it's finished and complete. Try to imagine a world without the notion of a Power Greater than humanity!
Nature in it's infinite wisdom stands and watches the human race struggle on a daily basis in it's quest for power and wanting to be the supreme one.

In our efforts to be God like, God given, God sent, God said, God should, God would. This is a lot effort and brain draining exercise that may cause harmful effects? By it's own hands the human race has been killing one an other for centuries. Nature only by virtue of it's being has taken an insurmountable amount of life! A God at the center of nature or nature at the center of God?
Mind boggling as it is, we insist on blaming an entity that we have not seen or talked to in a tangible way! This will cause a negative reaction in most people, however insecure you may think the writer, the writer is secure in the reality of common sense and logic!

The greatest gift to humanity is the ability to think and process those thoughts, having the choice in choosing with whom we share our logic. Many would believe that others have the ability to read an other human mind! The keen mind may read body language and interpret it as being able to read what one may be thinking!

Do we give to much credence to the human intelligence? Feelings and emotions should not be part of the intellectual equation. Thinking with your head as opposed to thinking with your heart may cause personal terminal damage! Science has made great strides in figuring out the fluids that drive human nature. The human skeleton along with all the internal mass and fluids that keep it breathing is short of a "Miracle." I would prefer using an other idea or thought that may explain the human animal.

Is there any spiritual value in the human skeleton? Is there any spiritual value in the human mind? Is there any spiritual value in life? Man made religions may try to teach us how to reach a spiritual axiom. Taking the breath of life out of any living organism does offend Nature in it's purest form? Nature functions without malice and forethought and does not destroy with purpose. Where does that leave the blame?

We are back to common sense and logic. Could applying those principles be the most spiritual awareness one may have? Science and religion has spent an eternal amount of time trying to figure out what is already there! How important is it to know why and how it functions? Many minds have lost touch with reality and have created an insecure society that does not know what to believe! How much does luck play in our personal survival? Is luck spiritual?
Human natures instinct is to react emotionally to personal and worldly tragic events. Pain and personal suffering is what keeps us equal. Fame and fortune is not exempt from pain, loneliness, insecurity and all the trappings that human nature is threaded with.

Nature will continue to evolve with or without the human animal. Nature is not aware and cares little of what the human animal is doing on the earth. The balance of nature will not be disturbed, contrary to what the scientist may want us to believe. However as human beings we may learn and live by natures perfect balance and live in harmony with our surroundings. Nature does not wage war against humanity, however humanity has waged war against Nature!
It is not my place or purpose to prove the existence or non existence of a supreme being that may sit at the head of all nature and the universe. We as the human animal in our minds and spirit will live in a belief system that gives us comfort that will carry us until such time we return to the arms of Nature.

Maurice Asselin