I enjoy Facebook, maybe even a little too much. I could blame it on the fact that I am home with the kids all day, rarely seeing another adult, but I fear that would be merely an excuse. Truth is I enjoy seeing what my friends and family are up to. It helps me feel connected, which considering I rarely get to see any of my family and friends, is very important.
A large number of my Facebook friends are parents. I love seeing and hearing about the antics of their little ones and not so little ones. I love seeing the photos from those who are parents to furry children. Basically, I love hearing from everyone.
Some might call me nosy. Perhaps I am, but honestly, I am interested in what's going on in the lives of those whom I care about. There are those who like to pretend they are too evolved for Facebook. There are those who will gladly post a million things but they "don't check their Facebook." In other words, they have no interest in what other may have to say.
Why the Facebook rant? you may be asking. Well, let me explain...to much, let me sum up (hehehe) - The other day someone that Zach knows posted a status. Very basic, very standard. He liked it, as he is prone to do. This friend of Zach's (and I hope I don't embarrass them by stating this) then commented on his wall, expressing to him how happy that "like" made them.
It can take so little to make someone's day, or to break someone's day. One little acknowledgement from someone that yes, they are here, and yes, they care about what you have to say. In a world where communication with others is mainly digital, it is so easy to reach out to others. On the flip side, its also so easy to make another feel so very alone.
It's not healthy to focus on such little things, for sure, but truth is, sometimes we do. Sometimes others do. Right or wrong, regardless of how you feel about technology, Facebook, or the internet, little acts of digital kindness can go a long way.
In other news:
Zach is preaching for our friend Travis at church today, all three services. He is nervous, but I have faith he will do wonderfully. He preaches for Wesley but this being "our" church makes things harder for him.
Last night we got to eat some delicious custard with a group from Plainview on their way to San Diego for a mission trip. It was wonderful to see their faces, kids and adults that were such big parts of our lives in Plainview. Prayers for them this week.
Summer is almost over - yikes! I'm ready for a vacation!
I must now go and get ready to go hear my best friend!
Blessings to you on this day! What acts of kindness can you find to do today?
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