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In the End- Algernon

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Algernon is the white mouse in the movie "Charly" that undergoes neuroSurgery to enhance his intelligence, Charly could never beat him at the maze games, until he undergoes neuroSurgery and he becomes a genius. In the end, Algernon's surgery was successful he tripled his intelligence. Charly's surgery however was non-successful and he went back to being intellectually disabled.

When guinea pigs differ, the world becomes a maze...we all can't be smart

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Gershon Wolf

Date: 1/22/2022 6:20:00 PM

Succinct summation, Charlie... One of my favorite flicks. :) gw

Brandy Nicole

Date: 1/21/2022 5:19:00 PM

With age, comes wisdom. Even then, we are human and mess up. I agree, "we all can't be smart." We live and learn. (Such is life). So beautifully written and expressed, my dear sweet friend. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy

Charles Messina
Date: 1/22/2022 2:08:00 AM

...and from your lips, comes wisdom, Brandy. "We live and learn" (Such is life) - Thank you so much form your whispers my dear friend. Have a lovely weekend. Love & hugs, Charlie

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 1/21/2022 11:45:00 AM

I agree Charles. This reminds me of people who want to create designer babies. I believe God has that job covered. Blessings xxoo

Charles Messina
Date: 1/22/2022 2:05:00 AM

I believe our God almighty has that role as well, Connie. Crazy world out there...we all can't be crazy! Blessings and hugs xxoo

L Milton Hankins

Date: 1/21/2022 9:51:00 AM

Ah, so true, Charlie. And, just think, how awful it would be if everyone was a genius. I can't begin to think what the world would be like. As it is, most folks just think they are geniuses, and politicians seem to know they are. (snickering)

Charles Messina
Date: 1/22/2022 2:02:00 AM

LOL, exactly where I was going at first, I was thinking more on the lines of the Covid shots. So many smart people either get them or they don't. Thanks Milt.

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 1/21/2022 8:44:00 AM

It's the truth. Difference creates a maze.

Charles Messina
Date: 1/22/2022 1:58:00 AM

No doubt!

Besma Riabi Dziri

Date: 1/21/2022 7:45:00 AM

I read the book "Flowers For Algernon", so poignant! It made me cry in the end.. An expressive provoking Monoku! And a pleasure to read you, Charles! My deepest regards and blessings.

Charles Messina
Date: 1/22/2022 1:58:00 AM

Besma, thank you so much for your lovely comments. I don't do much reading anymore, with the exception of poetry, of course. But I may have to read that book now, thanks to your inspiration. Blessings and regards my dear friend.

John Lawless

Date: 1/21/2022 5:33:00 AM

"I AIN'T GONNA RACE YOU ANGERNON"

Charles Messina
Date: 1/22/2022 1:48:00 AM

I'M SICK OF BEING BEATEN BY A MOUSE"