mus·ing /ˈmyo͞oziNG/

" I have the data. Even the prospectively collected data, I do have 'em all in my coffer. Now all I need do is to inquire all I can. And sure thing, there would be some answers....But hey, before getting too fixated on that, pause a bit. " These seem like the thought running through my mind as I listened to AQ today. "...let the science drive the data and not the other way around" , I think I heard him say - perhaps unknowingly seeming to sound a caution note. I couldn't agree any less. Being fixated on the data undermines thorough rational consideration of the many tiny bits of evidences (often from prior studies) that aid the construction of a well thought out hypothesis. One to be logically proven or otherwise refuted by an empirical process. An ill-planned data-driven exploration may show what is, but may fail to address what leads to what. It seems for a more complete utility of the "available" and "yet-to-be-derived" data, givin...

Getting to know more of the many facets and  characteristic of this. Perhaps getting to appreciate these more than I'd always. Most of the time, the thought of the science had predominated my mind - the exploration, and the discovery process. Inapparent however, is this subtle field - the "business processes" that ensure that the cycle of discovery is perpetuated. Beyond the buying and selling, there is the negotiating, the projecting, and the risk taking aspect of the discovery process. Knowing what would pan out and that which may never is as important amidst competing needs for resources.

Days like these (20180625) reminds me 'why'. Why one came on this path. Days ago a friend's mom got a diagnosis and he was quick to call me up for an explanation. I did a best I could explaining. Being able to explain what it all may mean. And beyond that, outlining necessary steps possibly needed to be taken in the days ahead. Grateful that by talking with, I could be of any help. In some ways, it felt gratifying. Though been able to explain felt so yet there remains the feeling of a lot still to be done. What if he could be assured that with such diagnosis, that it would be alright; that it would definitely be fine in spite of when treatment is sought; that with an unwavering believe that this too would pass. Yes, by faith we belief (Lord, we believe; help our unbelief...!). 23 Jesus said to him, “If you can believe,      all things are possible to him who believes.” 24 Immediately the father of the child cried out and      said with tears, “Lord, ...

For so long I have heard and prayed this verse. However, in the past couple of days, it has taken on a new meaning. The essence of these words seem to appear in a slightly different but deeper light. Unbeknownst, some variants of these powerful and heartfelt words have been presented to make clearer what it truly means or what Christ was saying [ link ]. Few days ago, I had thought of things I couldn't do and why I wouldn't want to. I thought how forgiving myself for doing such may be a difficult thing. Almost at that same moment, the thought of being compelled, tempted and persuaded to accept these eerily crept over me. It was a humbling one. Then, I better understood what it means being shielded, protected or guided. Being shielded and covered under Christ's saving grace from the path of iniquity. Knowing our frame and the propensity of our canal minds, Jesus taught us to pray these words. For all we can be or we are, is by His grace. Dear Lord, ... lead me not into t...