I have owned a Magic 8 Ball for well over twenty years. I purchased a new one a few months ago because my old faithful needed a transfusion and I’m not skilled in 8 Ball medical practices. I may not use it often, but when I do, I like to get straight answers. Not long ago I was in one of those moods and decided to give this new one a workout. I unloaded some serious questions about my future, with only vague or inconsistent answers. That’s when the snarky section of my brain lit up. I began to confront the dark sphere and document the responses. I rediscovered my notes this morning.

Me: Are you lying to me?
8 Ball: Yes Definitely

Me: Are you still lying to me?
8 Ball: As I See It Yes

Me: Seriously?
8 Ball: Signs Point To Yes

Me: Should I ever believe you again?
8 Ball: Signs Point To Yes

Me: But I don’t believe you.
8 Ball: Yes definitely

Me: Do you say anything with a no?
8 Ball: Ask again later

Me: How much later?
8 Ball: Concentrate and ask again

A few minutes pass.

Me: Should a start a blog?
8 Ball: Without a doubt.