Dolly Parton is one of the most talented and hard working people in show business ever. What she has done in her career is generate hit after hit. She also is a great person and businesswoman who has done a lot for so many. Her hit song “9 to 5” is one of those songs that tells the story of a working person that applies to so many people.
Not only is it the first of September, it’s also Friday. For me it’s the beginning of a 3-day weekend because monday is Labor Day in the USA. Have a great Friday my friends, may it sparkle!
It seems so many people are living their lives online without stepping away to live it in reality. The lure of a virtual life is so much more appealing than that of a real existence. We find people who can’t differentiate what is artificial and what is actual.
When you un-friend someone on social media it could be interpreted as un-friending in the real world which is not the case but the two seem to have linkage in the hearts and minds of many.
People are emboldened to do and say things on social platforms that they might not say to your face. That in itself can cause many problems and can end friendships and family connections. You have to decide if it’s all worth it.
Everything is amplified online and there is no way to translate full meaning in text or words without possibly offending someone. Freedom of expression is a great thing but with it comes great care and responsibility. You have to know who you are conversing with and not everyone will get what you are saying could be humorous or even serious.
Your online life is to enhance your real world life not the other way around. Although for me I am always looking for things to blog about and to be inspired by what happens to me in daily living.
My friends it’s a very good thing to get out and get off-line for a bit. Get some fresh air, go to a coffee-house and meet friends face-to-face. Engage in conversations over a meal. If you have a porch invite your friends over for real face time. The social network has existed for years before computers or social networking. It will give you a lot of great ideas to post about.
Living online should be done in a measured way. Living off-line is where the action and adventure lies. Having the world at your fingertips does not replace having the world outside your door.
I am thinking about what I am going to be in this new year and to be honest I am not sure. The one thing I think I can do is to strive to be myself without fear or favor. Why the hell not because being genuine brings in other genuine people. Of course in any new personal new year there is opportunity for change and personal development. We all should be open to possibilities. Maybe I would like to get to know me better.
One thing I will say is that is that I am open to being friends with people of all ages, races, orientations, creeds and stripes. So for some of you millennials you are stuck with a middle-aged dork for a friend, hope you are OK with that. For some who are north of me in age you got a whipper snapper for a friend too.
Let’s see how things go, lets hope they go far, lets hope because that’s a good place.
Blood donations are a great way to help those effected by Hurricane Harvey Donations will be needed in local Texas hospitals due to collections being impacted due to relief efforts.
It’s a true gift to be in community with a body of believers who are from all across the spectrum of life and experience. Opening the doors wider is better for everyone. Right now the people of the world need to know about a love that never ends. As a person of faith I am committed to being a part of that community that makes connections with people where they are and who they are. Diversity in gift and spirit makes this whole thing work. To God be the glory. May the peace of the Lord be with all people. Thank you St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Chattanooga for being that place.
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