[MD] It's all an analogy. Does this change anything?

[David Harding]

Hi Marsha,

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>> Marsha wrote:
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>> "I will say only that I meant that it is ALL 'analogy all the way down' and out, if you like.  Yes, it is probably an overused aphorism, but I still think it has value."  
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>> Taking into consideration that everything is an analogy - do you think after accepting this, one should change anything about how they see the world?
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> Doesn't lol stand for 'lots of laughter'?  Lol.  Everything did changed, but then "everything" is change, so to speak.

Color me confused.  Do you want me to be confused?

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>> What of things like reason and logic?
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> What of them?  
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>> Should these change in light of the fact that everything is an analogy all the way down?
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> My understanding of logic and reason had already changed after taking a class in formal logic. But generally, I still open the milk container before pouring milk into my coffee, I open the door before walking outside, and I still use cash, check or credit card when making a purchase.   

What is your understanding of reason and logic?  Are they important? 

Thanks,

-David.