A story of redemption. In three parts.
1. Sean and I are bloggers. We spend an awful lot of time on the Internet. We sometimes find ourselves living in a bubble or echo chamber if you will. Don’t get me wrong. We love our blogging brethren. But this weekend, we wanted more. In search of enlightenment and greater purpose, we hopped in the car and headed to San Mateo for the Maker Faire. The event did not disappoint. Upon the holy San Mateo Fairgrounds, we encountered many a life-changing spectacle. From the life-size mousetrap to the Cyclecide bike rodeo to SRL’s raging fireball, the truths revealed to us elevated our us to another level of consciousness.
And finally, the holy brothers from Monochrom baptized us into the International Year of Polytheism through their Divining Pod service. Many Gods, after all, are better than one. At the conclusion of Monochrom’s sacrament, I noted the blessed adornment upon the breast of one of the brothers. It was a Flying Spaghetti Monster made of yarn.
Me: Oh, brother. Where can I find such a sanctified accessory? I too, would be humbled to show my loyalty to FSM.
Brother: No worries, my sister. You can purchase one from the craft table inside that building.
Me: Oh bless you, brother. Come, friends. We must make haste for the SRL show will begin any minute!
2. As if led by a divine spirit, we quickly found the artisan peddling her pious wares (with several distractions along the way). Upon first meeting the lovely artist, it was clear that Nifer had been touched by God.
I happily forked over the 25 bucks (actually Tantek did and I paid him back later) for my very own piece of Pastafarian idolatry.
After securing the pin to my garb, I was surrounded by a soft celestial light that could only have come from the Creator Himself. A sense of peace came over me that lasted the rest of the weekend. I am certain that FSM was watching over me and Sean for the duration of our trip to Northern California.
With the protection of FSM, our group of disciples hurried over to the SRL show.
Photo by Scott Beal, laughingsquid.com
When the wind picked up and blew the fire and smoke in our direction, we knew we were kept safe by our connection to the divine spirit. We were free to enjoy the carnage without fear.
We congratulated our friend Violet on the performance and headed into the city for some vegan nourishment and relaxation with friends over fancy drinks at The Alembic. Our day was complete.
3. Upon leaving Violet’s apartment in the morning, something felt amiss. We almost didn’t want to leave our perfect weekend behind. Alas, we packed our things and headed out to the car. Indeed, something had gone awry in the night!
Our chariot home had been defiled while we slept! After ensuring that the mirror would still function and that we would be safe on our journey, I reminded myself that all possessions are fleeting and strapped myself into the vehicle. We were on our way. Still, I couldn’t shake the feeling that something was wrong. I reached down to my bag to stroke my Flying Spaghetti Monster for reassurance. Where there should have been His soft and saintly appendage, there was only a barren pin. The FSM had disappeared! I was sure he’d been raptured, leaving us behind to fend for ourselves. Somehow, we set aside our fear and made it home safely.
Upon arrival in my apartment, I quickly emailed Nifer for spiritual guidance. Thankfully, she had given me her card so that I could help spread the good word. Like a true apostle, her response to me could not have been more reassuring.
I’m so sorry that He came off his backing. I thought he was stitched tightly, but alas, FSM has much greater powers than the thread of mere mortals.
I will send you another FSM (the one and only *true* FSM;) right away. I’ll even *double stitch him to his pin backing.
Let me know what the shipping address you want me to send Him to.
Again, my appologies.
Woolly thoughts,
Nifer
My faith in FSM has been restored. Soon I will be reunited with His noodly appendage and He will guide me safely through my next adventure. Thank you, Nifer, for remaining true to your calling and for bringing light and love into the world.
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Awesome.
FSM makes surprise appearance in my next video, circa Friday (probably) and initially on YouTube. Watch and be amazed at How Things Really Work (on a Cosmic Level).
Awesome.
Amen
Ramen.
the life size mouse trap looked amazingly cool – did it have a statue of some dude ready to dive into a small barrel or something?
thanks for sharing.
-pop!
@ Mochipopstar, I’m not sure. Here is a better photo of the entire mousetrap: http://www.makezine.com/blog/archive/2007/04/maker_faire_the_lifesized.html
Nice to see you. May the FSM be with you.