Separated at Birth? Maybe...

There are two people in my life that do not know each other, have never met, don't share a field of study or even live remotely near each other.  But, they are cut from the same mold.  I smile.

The first is a famous hydrologist (well famous in certain circles).  He resides in the western US, plays guitar and enjoys photography.  He has a great sense of humor and witty insight.  He loves to write and truly see things from a thoughtful, analytical, academic perspective.  He is a former professor of engineering.

The second is a famous theologian (I'm sure there is a circle) and current professor of systematic theology at a respected seminary in the south.  His sense of humor and love of music characterize his personality as does his analytical mind and academic thought processes.  Besides, anyone who would play Sinead O'Conner followed by Wilco in class deserves some respect in by book or at least a check on the cool meter.

I must say that I cannot help but laugh a little and smile a lot every time I am in class with Dr. Kreider.  I haven't told him he has a long lost brother.  I might.  In the meantime, I'll continue to enjoy his lectures while I reminisce about good times with Dr. Thompson.

Check out these pics of each.  If I hadn't told you how similar they are in personality and mannerism, you'd still think they are related!  The one on the left is Dr. Thompson, on the right is Dr. Kreider.

You know, maybe Dr. Kreider and I will turn out to be good friends too.  You never know.