Is This the Real Life?

Is this just fantasy? Caught in a landslide, no escape from reality......

Okay, seriously. I need to know. Are there actually people seeing Bigfoot? I believe it's possible. I really do. Scientifically, I don't know how far fetched it seems. But logically, in my mind, it doesn't seem absolutely crazy. In fact, I may be even more invested if it did.  I'm not sure who writes the rules but I don't think an 8 ft ape living in the nooks and crannies of North America's forests is breaking any. The ape may break rules, it's existence doesn't. Or does it? And what about a discovery? Are we close? I don't want to offend anyone by guessing no, but advances in technology have been more than generous in the last 10 yrs. Unless Bigfoot was forewarned that everyone is now armed with at least a shitty cell phone camera I see no reason why something of more substance hasn't been brought forth, photo wise at least. On the other hand I've stood perfectly still and had plenty of time to photograph a deer bedded down just 50 yds. away only to come home and find a blurry patch with possible ears in that particular photo.
My concern is that I've seen a genuine photo of Bigfoot and missed it as being such. It's such a controversial and easily manipulated topic that I've learned not to trust my own eyes. To be honest, I don't even know what I'm waiting for anymore. Oh, yeah, now I remember. 

Compare and Contrast

No Squatches! This is an informational post. You may search the tree lines in these photos. You will not find anything. This photo was made to compare the area over a course of two years and during different seasons (top May 2011, bottom March 2013). 

I was reading in a bigfoot group where there was a suggestion of doing something similar when you're under the impression you've caught something of note among the trees or bushes on your camera. I think it's a fantastic idea and should be practiced more often. It could possibly relieve a lot of headache which often accompanies these type of photos. When time and resources are allowable go back to the spot and snap an extra shot. Obviously this isn't always possible. But if you can do it, I suggest it.

ID please?

If Bigfoot is out there, they obviously don't want to be found. To give up search efforts would be giving up a lifetime goal for some. While I haven't entered a place in my interest where I'd be overcome emotionally at a discovery or proof, I know some who would. 

My question is what would the follow up to an original, exclusive, scientific, sound discovery be? What's the next step? Depending on what sort of undeniable evidence is brought forth determines which unanswered questions will be solved. 

There are lots of species within nature that we don't have full facts on. A lot of unsolved mysteries. So, would any info be good enough for you? I know DNA studies are at the top of everyone's list as far as prime identification goes. Would that be enough? An undeniable, on the books ID of what these creatures are exactly? Would that put everyone's minds at ease? That seems to be the running trend. Accepted by science. Identified, classified and catalogued. Then everyone is satisfied? 

No way, I'm not buying it. 

Big Fin

Okay, while it doesn't technically fall in line with anything considered bigfoot, it's still relevant as far as I'm concerned. And on the eve of the upcoming week dedicated to our fine, finned friends, I find it fitting.

Megalodon! This is a very interesting article featuring a few of our larger and more elusive ocean dwellers. Some in existence. Some unknown. Enjoy!

http://www.bizarbin.com/megalodon/


 

Little by Little by Bigfoot

I've gone into the field. I think. I've chosen spots that I deemed woodsy enough or suitable. I've visited spots where bigfoot have been reported. I'm usually walking, quickly. Rarely I stop to get a feel for my surroundings. Whether I'm walking the trails or simply hanging out, if there are woods around, I wonder if a bigfoot is around. Am I being watched? "What was that?" A chipmunk. Sounded like an elephant. I see deer, tons of deer. They seem at ease which puts me at ease. I assume that if there were danger nearby they would be more skittish. Sometimes I check tree tops. The thought of a large creature such as bigfoot hanging around in the trees seems unlikely to me. Walk faster. If there is a bigfoot in the trees I don't want to be crushed when the branches can't support the weight. I scan the areas above and below the trail. I take note of tree breaks, high grasses, impressions in the dirt or odd structures on or just beyond the trail. I listen for footfalls not matching our own, breathing. "Was that a growl? Bear!!" Nope, dirtbike in the distance. I rarely stop. In most cases the terrain of these trails are rocky or covered in roots making it difficult to navigate while watching where I'm going. Stopping and documenting crosses my mind and immediately fear follows. If I stop I'm a target. If I keep moving I'm not. No one notices as the world passes by at a steady pace. It's when it stops that notice is taken. So, I keep on my merry way. Huffing, puffing, stopping long enough to take a blurry picture of a tree line or grouping of trees that are too dense for my imagination to grasp. When I emerge from the woods or path I find relief. Did I achieve anything? Maybe. I faced a fear. Maybe. I survived. Surely. Next time I'll stop.  

'Sup? 2001

The reason I'm interested in older articles like this is because I find it fascinating that over a decade later there hasn't been much new on the front. Im not saying that in a negative way. Just curious to see over time how the field advances. Keep up the good work everybody. I drew you a picture. :p

http://www.straightdope.com/columns/read/1887/whats-up-with-cryptozoologists-the-guys-who-investigate-mythical-beasts

Opossum Poem

Gah, first of the month again. No news is good news. Seems as though Ketchum's study, or at least part of it, has proven the existence of opossums. That's no news, folks. 

And now for a poem

Opossum, opossum, you hang from your tail and have sharp shiny teeth. You're awesome.

I see you're white face shine in the moonlight.  you're no angel. I bet you'd filet me with one bite.

Opossum you're awesome bite, white moonlight,

 night.