This image was taken in far western New Mexico just off of U.S. Highway 60 back in 2010. I noticed what looked to be a cave off to the south and stopped to get a photograph only to discover that it wasn't a cave, but an arch. When I looked at the image this morning, I saw something completely different. I saw R2D2.
I'm not sure what he is dragging along behind him, but that's definitely R2D2 on the left. For the two of you out there who might not know, R2D2 is a robot from the Star Wars series. He speaks in high-pitched beeps and whistles and is in charge of navigation on Luke's fighter -- along with many other duties such as carrying stolen Death Star plans and crucial maps of the Universe. He has even been known to produce other items out of a hidden compartment, such as Luke's light-saber, at critical moments.
I am definitely a Star Wars fan, but my wife is a fanatic. I suspect she can quote the script of every character in every one of the movies -- not only quote them, but her timing on them is impeccable. I may know the gist of what is coming, but she speaks the words as they are spoken in the scene as it plays out in front of you.
There are many who do not care for Science Fiction, but it is my favorite genre of fiction. It is where we can delve into societal issues in an imaginative world of the future. Sometimes the creative vision of the author plays out and at other times it doesn't -- I'm thinking Jules Verne. Science Fiction has been around for a long time.
What are your favorite Science Fiction books? Your comments would be appreciated. My favorite is probably "Stranger in a Strange Land" by Robert A. Heinlein. I wouldn't recommend it for everyone, but it is one that will definitely get you to thinking. I look forward to your lists!
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