Secrets

Ever feel like there is a mysterious universe of intertwined artistic and literary influences all inspired by the same thing? Perhaps some secret so powerful, that in order for it to be communicated with any accuracy requires careful encryption by seemingly innocuous and entertaining distractions - like munchkins or psychedelic rock music.

Maybe the secret is so complicated no one knows it completely. Maybe an artist only requires a small sliver of the secret to frame and inspire a lifetime of work. And in doing so, brings a portion of it within earshot of a small percentage of listeners who's particular situation allows them to stumble upon the artist's true meaning. Perhaps this is how the secret is spread.

Maybe the secret is so devastatingly persuasive that no rational person could possibly refute it. So accurate and influential that only those who seek it can understand it well enough to put it to good use. Something this powerful could not be taught, only learned, and would be easily misunderstood and misdirected. I predict there is realm of truth who's essence can only be communicated through the veil of art. And I think it's around us all the time - we just need to take notice.