tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7790681802174869726.post8187891367851400294..comments2023-10-25T11:57:38.939-04:00Comments on Momedy Sketch: I’m back, no foolingKirstyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10371333350266363879noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7790681802174869726.post-55288023349131042712015-04-12T14:17:52.429-04:002015-04-12T14:17:52.429-04:00I've been thinking about this kind of thing, t...I've been thinking about this kind of thing, too, Kirsty. And I have definitely become an introvert! My biggest issue is how much we isolate ourselves, sticking to the "known" as far as friends or activities, etc. We don't stretch ourselves anymore, at least not as a majority. When we are in a waiting room and meet someone's gaze, do we smile or look away? Is it creepy if someone smiles first at us? Do we know our neighbors? Do we know where the battered women/children's shelters are in our town or how to contribute to their cause? I like the idea of Paying it Forward or Random Acts of Kindness, but what about living with intentional actions? Why do we have to be so busy that we can't notice other people and their needs? Just as you say, we are far more fortunate than we think, yet so many are complaining. During the depression, people took care of each other. They didn't turn away hungry people who came by their homes looking for a meal. Yes, the world is different today and we can't feed people out of our homes - we need to be smart and safe. But even those of us who feel less fortunate have kindness and empathy to share. The human touch is something that people are craving today. I guess I'm doing just what you asked for...brainstorming. I feel a bit random, lol! But these thoughts have been so heavy on my mind. We have so much to give, no matter how little energy, health, time or money we feel we have. Even me! �� Love you, Chica. Hugs, MaliaBubbleyumgirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09794941341532061635noreply@blogger.com