This is really messed-up/sweet –>

I carry around a hard copy picture of my wife and first born in my money clip, you know, just in case. That is the reason, just in case. So I’m on it, but not that on it since I haven’t updated it with second born. I think about all the contingencies, just not all the time.

I’ve heard powerful stories of POWs or disaster survivors under ruble having a family picture that helped them stay strong. I have lots of pics on my phone, but if I’m ever held captive or an island castaway I’ll need to conserve the battery. I’m wary of being totally reliant on technology to find a restaurant address let alone help maintain my sanity if I’m a Bolivian prisoner or stranded at sea.

I see myself realizing I’ve never been to Bolivia + I’m not in the military + I don’t have a boat. I add it all up but still find myself preparing for Mount Baker to blow or a hostage takeover at the bank. Something as small as a picture could make the difference.

This type of game planning is likely a waste of time and energy. I’d be better off planning our garden. Yet, I’m right now feeling very strongly that I’ve pushed it long enough and really should update that photo.