Topic: UFO’s

In my circle of friends, it isn’t uncommon to find yourself in the middle of a discussion about Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) If you happen to find yourself in this crowd, whatever you say, don’t start off by asking the question, do they really exist?  You’ll quickly be personae non gratae.

Let’s start off with Pat, considered one the leading UFO experts.  He is now retired from his job at the post office. You read that right, the post office.  Yet, this man has dedicated his life to this subject.  I went to his home and was shocked at all the literature he has acquired on the subject.  In short, his documents can fill a warehouse.

 When television networks, university professors or government researchers need an expert on the subject, Pat’s their man. Then there is the organization MUFON (Mutual UFO Network) George, former military, tells of UFO investigations he’s been on. He doesn’t hold back, he’ll give you the place, dates, time and the results they’ve arrived at.

If you believe you’ll make points by saying, “with space being so large, why would we believe we’re the only planet out there with an advanced civilization.”  That is a cliché and impresses no one. 

I’m sure this sounds like I’m being harsh, but you must understand, these people are very serious about the subject, they are often mocked and criticized and no matter what proof they present, their proof is never accepted by the naysayers.

I had an experience years ago.  I was a forensic photographer and videographer and had a legal deposition assignment in Ringwood, NJ. We worked late and when I left it was dark. Ringwood is a quiet area where you’ll pass more deer that people on the road.

After packing my gear, I pointed my Cadillac Sedan DeVille towards Route 23, where there’s bright lights and civilization.

Part of the road borders the Wanaque Reservoir; it was here that I felt as if someone or something was looking at me through the roof of my Caddy! I couldn’t shake the feeling. I increased speed but that feeling was still there.  The tunes on my radio turned to static.  I pushed the car to 90 miles per hour hoping to get to Route 23 faster.  It worked; the bright lights of the major highway put me at ease. I finished the evening with a completed job and a crazy story.

The next day, on CBS News, they reported that a UFO was reported over the Wanaque Reservoir. They ended the report saying, this is considered a hot spot for UFOs.

Although I didn’t see anything, I felt it.  I won’t dismiss the incident as my imagination or the ever-famous excuse, “maybe it was something I ate.”   

When the subject of UFOs is spoken about, I listen. I will not judge anyone in questioning their belief, because I wouldn’t want anyone to dismiss what happened to me as nonsense.

For what it’s worth, the subject of UFOs can sometimes get heated. When we’re faced with the unknown, some people get scared and want simple answers to complex questions.  That’s why the field is called, paranormal.