The last 3 days have proven to be blog worthy. I haven’t written in some time. Over that time I find that I can sense the change within myself.
But really this blog isn’t as much about myself but the change in all of our lives that happens daily just by the simple events that occur and that of the larger more significant events that don’t necessarily happen to us but to the communities around us.
Through our vast media we have been able to witness the good and evil of our world almost as it is happening. Those things shape and change who we are as a community, as parents, as friends as a spouse, etc. the change and shaping occur in the way we choose.
I could simply sit here and tell you about all of the things that have affected me. But like I said already this is more about the change that these events provoke.
We are all of course aware of the tragedy in Connecticut. We know we can not go back and change what has happened there. Or change the other tragedies of comparison. I know it is human nature to find someone or something to blame. I also know it is in our complete control to react in a sensitive manner. Gun laws, extra security, health care, the president, etc, could not of stopped this from happening. At least not independent from each other. I encourage you to think about such events can make you a smarter, braver, kinder, more sensitive person. Not how it is going to make you argue or as some say debate the topics and how they can be avoided and who’s fault it is. Those arguments “debates” stop change in its tracks. Obviously what we are doing isn’t working. Right? It is ours to change to shape and we have a lot if bitchers and complainers and not a lot of helpers and fixers.
With that being said we all have a lot going on in our lives. Busy busy all the time. What are we busy doing? Bitching or helping? Complaining or fixing?
So much of our lives consists of what we like to refer to as “first world problems”. The negative energy that manifests from all of the complaining and bitching is like a horrible virus with no cure. It spreads through the air, television, computer and iPad. Not to mention the air we breathe.
What will it take for the arguing and bitching to stop and the true fixing and helping to begin?
Don’t get me wrong there are many helpers and fixers. But they can not do it alone. The virus is too severe.
It is obvious that it is time for change. We will not be able to change the government and how it is run in a day, week or year. But we are the ones truly in charge here. No matter what the excuses. We can choose to be together in change or separate. Anyone who has played tug-a-war, knows which one is more successful.
I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday.
Becky Hokamp Cavanaugh-you are a true inspiration to single moms everywhere. You are a great force to be reckoned with. Congratulations in all you do and all that you have already accomplished. I am sorry we couldn’t be with you in your special day.
Anne Hokamp Williams-I remember only 8 years ago you telling me you couldn’t wait till I had a baby. I had them. You are a wonderful momma. Congratulations to you and your sweet little family. Can’t wait to meet that precious girl.
Xoxo, B
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