I often attempt to reach higher levels of consciousness by becoming one with the environment. Up until now I have used only sandstone as my "gateway," as that is the most efficient route to Understanding. But recently I tried a new medium (vegetation), as shown here.

The idea for this life change came from "The Sacred Paths to Oneness," a lengthy philosophical treatise written by none other than His Holiness The Bhagwan Windbag of Antelope. On page 1348 he states that certain types of vegetation can be used as a pathway to Enlightenment. Inspired by this revelation, I made it my mission to seek a higher plane through a fusion with flora. Variety is the spice of life. Beginning on page 1522 of the same divine publication is a detailed discussion of the benefits of cacti in the Journey to Nirvana; somehow I connected with this concept, so I resolved to use those plants myself. No pain, no gain.

The photo shows me in significant contact with a cactus plant in an attempt to reach a new plateau of Awareness. My Vibe Center must have been on vacation, as repeated attempts to elevate my Psychic Abundance in this manner produced only a Thousand Points of Discomfort. Life is a journey. I have much to learn.

My photographic assistant, Joe Tripod, achieved Oneness through steady support of my camera. He has it easy.