Friendship Church held its annual Homecoming service yesterday morning, something I look forward to every year. I love learning more about the history of the church and the lives of some of the old-time saints. After morning worship there's always a huge meal followed by a quiet evening at home.
That's how I came to be watching Sixty Minutes last night when Andy Rooney came on with his weekly essay. He was talking about the job of writing and poking a little fun at himself. He said being a writer takes a certain level of ego. According to him, the basic assumption that one has something to say that someone else may want to read is egotistical.
Well, I guess I agree, but how about just opening one's mouth? Doesn't the talker assume that he has something to say that someone else wants to hear? And how about the listener? He has no choice in the matter. At least we bloggers give our readers some options!
For me blogging is a little like a heart-to-heart conversation, howbeit one-sided. Ideally, it goes a little beyond the trivia of life and into what matters more to us. Just by going through the writing process we take a little time to express ourselves more thoughtfully.
So I was so excited to get an email from our beautiful daughter-in-law Samantha saying that she and Blake have begun a blog. (I've been doing some broad hinting and gentle arm-twisting for awhile!) Sam's first post brought tears to my eyes, and I wanted to share it with you. I know you'll agree she has a lot to say. Welcome, Sam and Blake, to the world of blogging. And thanks so much for sharing your heart! http://www.blakeandsamallweare.blogspot.com/
2 comments:
Jackie,
Blake and I watch 60 Minutes every Sunday, and we too are mostly confused, yet entertained, by Andy Rooney's quirky little essays. Your entries here are so very heartwarming, but also convey accurate and developed thoughts. I really appreciate your insights! Keep blogging, and I'll keep reading, without thinking you're egotistical!! Thanks so much for the compliment on our blog. We too are truly enjoying this new medium. (Blake has finally added some thoughts of his own!) :)
Ken Davis says that finding comments on his blog is a little like finding gifts under the Christmas tree. I feel the same way. Thanks so much for writing and for your generous words. I wish everyone in our family would start a blog of their own. It's such a great way to stay connected. Love you!
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