Go Ahead, Make My Day

Time for turnabout.   Thing is, though, it’ll be no trouble.   My husband writes and comments on the things he cares about quite often and, not surprisingly, people write back.   He’s met many people this way, including some friends he’s had for years.   For Christmas we gave ourselves a present; we called some of the people he’s corresponded with for a long time, to actually hear the sound of their voices.   It was a lot of fun and it brought us closer to the people we already cared about.

Simple concept, one that your mom told you way back when; in order to have a friend, be a friend.

The logistics of the Internet as it stands today favors freedom of expression.   With some spectacular exceptions, it’s a self-policing society.   You’re free to write, comment, make friends, make enemies, advertise, flame, compliment or slander.   But the whole world is watching, or could be.   It’s in your best interest to be positive, supportive and to teach what you know.   Giving first leads to reward, even if that reward is a just a “gold star”, recognition and appreciation.

Think I’ll try to make someone’s day.

Lisa Miller