@believer I think it would be very hard to empty your mind. Try just counting your breathe and pledging to sit still for whatever length of time you've set (a timer is good) no matter how impatient you'll feel towards the end. When the impatience comes, just feel it.
@thehexman Looks interesting for me, since my aim for meditation is mostly to develop my focus, and if I'm lucky, peace
I loved that part about Uncle Herman's divorce and the angelic choir. LOL.