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“I used to catch frogs in my backyard in Long Island. I don’t know, maybe they were toads. It doesn’t matter.”

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Aesop Rock, born Robert Thomas, is an American hip-hop artist known for his unique lyrical style and musical talent. He has made a distinctive mark in the hip-hop community with his fusion of hardcore, punk, and hip-hop elements. Aesop Rock's music has been widely appreciated by audiences. more

“But before examining this point [the third Meditation: 'the Existence of God'] more carefully and investigating other truths which may be derived from it, I should like to pause here and spend some time in the contemplation of God; to reflect on his attributes, and to gaze with wonder and adoration on the beauty of this immense light, so far as the eye of my darkened intellect can bear it. For just as we believe through faith that the supreme happiness of the next life consists solely in the contemplation of the divine majesty, so experience tells us that this same contemplation, albeit much less perfect, enables us to know the greatest joy of which we are capable of in this life.”

Reason Joy Faith Descartes Meditations

Author:René Descartes

“I always find that just after dinner, when it’s still light out but beginning to get dark is a great time to find [frogs]. They are fun to play with, and you can place them in a jar with some holes in the top for closer inspection. Also a night time hunt is always fun, flashlights, etc.”

Fun Dark Dinner Frogs Hunt Inspection Flashlights Jar

Author:Aesop Rock

“I find the act of searching for, catching and releasing frogs to be awesomely rewarding, and really one of my favorite activities to do since I was young, scouring my backyard with my brothers. They make for fascinating creatures, and I think catching frogs will always be something I find relaxing.”

Creatures Fascinating Catching Frogs Brothers Searching Relaxing Releasing Rewarding

Author:Aesop Rock

“Resume exploration. And put nothing in your mouths. Including frogs, no matter what they say.”

Frogs

Book:Breath, Warmth, and Dream