Email and social networking sites have changed the nature of traditional communications. People rarely pick up the phone to keep in touch these days. Tons of forwarded messages pass through millions of email boxes every day, but very few people send emails just to say hello. As I went through the email addresses on my Shorty newsletter list, I realized I was one of those people. To clear my technologically clogged conscious, I took the time to email nearly 50 people to find out how they were doing and to let them know I was thinking of them. The responses were great. Approximately 98% of the responses were positive, and only a few not-so-goods.
Great news
Good news reported included weddings planned for next year; mommies doing their thang; new homes and new jobs; new positions in professional organizations; and awards being received. Birthdays were being celebrated; people preparing for the holidays; businesses were moving forward despite the economy. Gosh, it was wonderful! I felt warm and fuzzy all over.
On the not-so good side, there was a death in the family; a few job losses; and life challenges in general. I just prayed that these people would be alright. Also, I pray that a new year will bring better things.
