The problem with wishes is in the litany of unplanned effects they produce–1968 Elvis might record a terrible album with auto-tune, and how would we live with ourselves after that? My wish would be for everyone to see the unintended consequences before they wished their wish. Now if only I knew how that would work out.
Sam Brase writes and edits Cosmic Vinegar, an upcoming e-zine about the future of society, art, and drinking water.