Yes, that is a shout out to one of my favorite movies - Gone With The Wind. I enjoyed when movies like this, or The Wizard of Oz were only played once a year. That's what made them magical. Now any child can own The Wizard of Oz, which to me is a bit sad. Where are the things that were events?
It is an unfortunate commentary on what the everyday world has become.
There are parts of technology I love. I won't deny it. I have the ability to communicate with anyone anywhere at any time. If you don't have the luxury of being with your family, or if you are in a long distance relationship, technology is what keeps it all afloat. Granted, face to face is the best, but if you like to organize your thoughts for a second, then you have the ability to text or messenger. Technology gives you that chance. If you have something that is thought out, you can send an email. Sometimes, you just need to hear that person's voice. Boom - a phone call! You also have Skype (and I really should go all 21st century and learn how to use it!) for those across the country face to face moments.
Yet with all that technology, you can choose to go rogue. My suggestion? Send a card, send a letter, send something that comes from you. We used to pass notes in school. Some of us may even have a note or two left from those times. Why did you keep it? You kept it because it touched you somehow, and by keeping the note, card, whatever - you kept a piece of that person. You can keep emails, but it just isn't the same. Times are changing. What we thought was sweet or romantic, our kids may think is a bit lame. The cool part is when they don't. If you put forth the effort, you can show them that romantic is more than physical. It is the words, the actions, the sweet gestures, and the ability to make someone laugh or smile. Romance is not dead, nor is chivalry. Personal experience tells me so.
So many choices. Options abound, but is this really a good thing? More choices means more chances for error, more things to be uncertain on. Is there really a need for that many flavors of chips? Salad dressing? You name it, I am sure there are very few products in this day and age that do not have a vast selection to choose from. With the massive varieties available, do we not reach the point of overkill? What if tomorrow you woke up, and were told that you can't get your Venti Mocha Frappuccino? All that we can hope to have is coffee, with cream and sugar. Would the world cease to turn? I'm betting no.
My point? Celebrate what you have. Don't lament what you do not. Vast amounts of choices still do not guarantee that you will make the right decision. Tell people that you love them and care about them. Don't let life pass you by, waiting for the right opportunity. You create your special moments. They do not have to be at a certain time or in a certain place. It will be special because you shared something from your heart, regardless of the surroundings. Allow yourself to trust, because this is a good feeling. When you've been hurt, you tend to build that barrier between yourself and the rest of the world. Once those walls come down, you are afraid of the vulnerability. It's okay. Not everyone is going to hurt you. You are something special - don't ever forget that.
With Thanksgiving coming up rapidly, be thankful every day. Smile- pick that happy thought, and run with it. I have a lot to be thankful for. I have wonderful people in my life who embrace every bit of crazy that I possess. Life is very good.
I will leave you with that thought. Until we meet again, my friends.
Angie
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