There is a sayings that humans were made in twos. Honestly, sometimes it’s really hard to believe. But once in a while, you will hear a friend saying “Oh, I saw someone that looks exactly like you somewhere.” The way they will say it serious, you will start wondering if truly another version of you dey somewhere.
I have also seen different stories and pictures online where people from ancient times looks exactly like people living in this 21st century. Anytime I see it, I just shake my head and ask myself, how possible is that? Could it just be coincidence, or there is something we don’t understand about human creation?
Now imagine a scientist coming to me and saying they already have all the equipment to clone me. Not only to make someone that looks like me, but also someone that thinks like me, feels like me, and even share my moods. That one alone sounds crazy and a bit scary. But let’s say I was given that chance, the real question is what will I do with a clone of myself?
First thing that comes to my mind is to use the clone to reduce some of the heavy load I carry everyday. Life is not easy at all, and sometimes the responsibilities plenty too much. Just imagine having another version of me that I can trust fully, helping with all the stress and wahala. That will really be a big relief.
If I really had a clone, I will likely send it to do some of the things that eat my time. It can go to work when I don’t feel like going, or attend some boring meetings while I relax at home. Honestly, that thought alone is sweeting me because having another “me” handling things sound very tempting.
I also feel the clone can serve as my best buddy. Sometimes it’s hard to really open up to people, even close friends or family, because they might not fully understand. But with a clone, it will be different because it is me already. We can gist, laugh at the same kind of jokes, and plan life better together.
But here is where the wahala can start. Can I really trust a clone with my family or with my secrets? That is where I start having doubt. Because if the person is exactly like me, what if they decide to take over my life? What if they start wanting the same things I want and then compete with me? That one alone is scary to think.
Another use I may give my clone is to send it to explore things I don’t have the time for. It can travel, learn new skills, or even try some risky adventure. At the end of the day, I can still benefit from the knowledge or the experience without exposing myself.
But sincerely, I don’t think I will want the clone to be living with me permanent. Maybe just once in a while for help. Having two versions of me moving around all the time feels like trouble waiting to happen. The world is already managing one version of me, talk less of two.
So if a scientist really gave me this chance, I think I will accept, but I will use the clone carefully. Let it help with some burdens, maybe make some money for me, and also serve as my personal buddy. But I will still make sure to keep it in a safe distance so it will not end up taking over my life.
At the end of it all, cloning sounds exciting but also dangerous. Maybe it’s better the way God created us in ones, not in twos.
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