so yes, I do know of him and his unique combination of spirit and humor and ecstasy. I am told that in his native Iran his books sell better than the Koran or any other book… seven hundred years after he lived. Thank you for the inclusion of his little poem.

Some people go to church or synagogue, or whatever, and they don’t really partake of the spirituality that is offered there. And at the same time, they really enjoy going anyway.

It’s like as if they were to go to restaurants, and smell the wonderful smells, and look at the pretty menu, and have a great time with their friends while doing so, but never actually eat any meals there.

Me, I want the full meal deal. If I’m going to bother with organized religion, I want to have several courses, with wine, and coffee with dessert.