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LET IT BURN: In a stunning display of conversational prowess, local woman Sarah Thompson, 32, has gained a reputation in her social circle for seamlessly tying every discussion back to her life-changing experience at Burning Man. Friends and family have noted the phenomenon with a mix of awe and mild annoyance, as Sarah effortlessly bridges topics ranging from the weather to politics, always leading back to the desert festival.
“I was talking about my new houseplants, and she somehow related it to a community garden initiative at Burning Man,” said her exasperated friend, Tim. “I mean, who knew composting could be so spiritual?”
Sarah attributes her ability to connect seemingly unrelated subjects to the “enlightenment” she experienced while wandering the playa.
“Yeah, I welcome the rain,” Sarah chirped from her desk as she gazed out the window at the rolling clouds. “It actually reminds me of last year at Burning Man…. It was such an incredible experience—definitely the best it’s ever been. It felt like the real burners really came together”
As the team gathered around the coffee machine, the usual small talk ensued about weekend plans. “I’m thinking of going hiking,” said Mark, pouring his cup. Sarah, ever the conversational chameleon, jumped in with a bright smile.“Hiking? That reminds me of the trek to the Temple at Burning Man!”
No matter the topic—whether it was the weather or weekend plans, Sarah had a way of drawing the conversation back to her beloved festival, leaving her colleagues both entertained and slightly tired.
While some have suggested her obsession might warrant a intervention, Sarah remains undeterred, declaring that she’s “just here to spread the love and radical inclusion, one conversation at a time.” As she puts it,“There’s always a way to bring Burning Man into the mix.”
More to come.
