Many thanks to those who submitted comments on Facebook, here on the blog, and on the Post and Courier’s website, after reading my guest column in the Moxie section.
Here’s what some of you had to say:
“After turning 60 this year, I will admit to having some ‘I am REALLY old’ moments, but I was happy to be reminded that age is relative and of the importance of redeeming the time. ‘This is day that the Lord has made. I will rejoice and be glad in it.’”
“It touched me when I read your Grandmother died at 55. That is my age and I feel like I still have so much life left to live.”
“You are right on target. Age is relative. I’ll be 73 years old on June 14th and I’m still running marathons.”
“Thanks so much for helping me recognize the gift of a quiet Sunday morning.”
“Usually I am watching the clock and ready to run out the door at the appointed hour. Today I tried to count the raindrops as I walked to the car. I purposely stepped in a few puddles instead of taking the long way. I will only get this day, this minute, this moment once. I need to take more time to take it all in, because my mind and body will be in a different place in an hour and certainly tomorrow. Thank you for reminding me to just be.”
I did receive one email from a gentleman who was concerned that, because I’m such an advocate for living in the present moment, I believe “this is all there is.” For the record, I don’t. I do, however, like to leave enough openness in my writing for you to find ways to apply it to your own life.
This morning, the cast of the Cosby show was on “Today.” That sitcom did an amazing job in helping dissolve racial stereotypes. It was so real, and we responded to its authenticity. During the interview, Matt Lauer asked the cast if they helped pave the way for Barack Obama to become President. While recognizing the show’s positive impact, they were quick not to take the credit. Phylicia Rashad responded this way, “I think what the show does… is clearly demonstrate that people are much more alike than we could ever be different, and given the opportunity we are willing and wanting to embrace the likeness.”
This is why I write. I love how one person’s story can resonate with so many people. How the written word can easily dissolve barriers that divide us– we realize we may be more connected and alike than we think.
So I welcome your words, your comments, and your reactions to my perspectives. Your insights deepen and add value to the conversation.
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