Parable of the Lone Ranger

Searching for the truth can sometimes mean we miss the obvious

TONTO   QUESTIONED BY THE LONE RANGER

Vs. 1 The Lone Ranger and Tonto were camping in the desert. After they had set up their tent, they laid down for a restful night. After a few hours, the Lone Ranger wakes his faithful companion. "Tonto, look up in the sky and tell me what you see."

Vs. 2 Tonto replied, "Me see millions of stars." The Lone Ranger asked, "What does that tell you?" Tonto pondered the question for a minute. "Astronomically speaking, it tells me that there are millions of galaxies and potentially billions of planets.

Vs. 3 Astrologically, it tells me that Saturn is in Leo. Time wise, it appears to be approximately a quarter past three.

Vs. 4 Theologically, it's evident that the Lord is all powerful and we are small and insignificant. Meteorologically, it seems we will have a beautiful day tomorrow. What does it tell you, Kemosabi?"

Vs. 5 The Lone Ranger stared silently at his friend for a moment, then said, "Tonto, you idiot! It means someone has stolen our tent!"