I realized that I missed Haiku Thursday yesterday. I'm sure there were dozens, if not hundreds, of OS readers who were gleeful I didn't post a Haiku.
OS has been a virtual corner wateringhole for me for almost 6 months. Like the TV series Cheers, ...where everybody knows your name, I stop by and comment with the regulars.
It dosen't make a difference if it's JK Brady in Toronto, Trig Palin in Kansas, Vac in Alaska, Kind of Blue in Tenneessee, Natalie B in Australia, or Cartouche in Florida, I can read their posts and comment on them instanteously. Don't be offended if I didn't list you. The list is just too long.
I guess I take that for granted now. OS has made the world a smaller place for me. Who knew that I could become a virtual favorite of someone who has never seen my face. They could be from anywhere. I was amazed when Kerry Lauerman held a birthday celebration of sorts in New York and I went to meet some OSers in the flesh. Would I go to a Facebook or Linked-In event? Nope.
Would the OSers in real life be different than their virtual personas? Not really, in fact they were pretty much as I thought they would be.
So when I log in to OS I get to see the work of hundreds of talented people. Some of them, many of them come to see what I've written.
It's very humbling for me. To get and hear feedback from people whose work you enjoy and respect.
You don't get this very frequently in your workplace. You may get it from a family member or an intimate relationship, but I find from those I read, and from my own experience, it doesn't happen very often in the real world.
I get it every time I come here. So please let me take a moment and say thank you for what you bring here every day. I learn a lot from each of you, and I am grateful that you come here occasionally to see what I have to say.
This 21st Century virtual world has its pitfalls, but not in this part of the virtual world. To all of you, Rated.
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--rated--
Best wishes to you!
Ardee -- thanks.
Stim -- What gracious thing to say.
smithery -- thank you
Stellaa -- no gripe zone, I like that.
Lorraine -- People forget common courtesy sometimes, the avatars are an insulator.
M -- you have a manly thin chest? That seriously deflates the image I have of you. I can count the number of Jewish Texan women I know on one finger.
Mothership -- That's very kind thing to say. Thanks for saying it to me.
Owl -- the pleasure is all mine.
Boomer Bob -- you are correct sir.
Gary -- you're welcome.
grif -- thanks, man.
Highly rated, indeed.
Deborah -- Forgot to include Hawaii, thanks.
Mission -- thanks.
Sheldon -- Two of out three ain't bad.
Larry -- You would think now that you've got a bridge to PEI and don't have to take the ferry anymore, it would take the edge of all that hostility. But then it makes it easier for all the outsiders to get there.
I thoroughly enjoy my time here, reading as much as I can possibly handle in the time I have. It is the people here who make it enjoyable though (of which I number you, doggie) and I am constantly thanking Barry for inviting me in. Oh, and of course thanks to Kerry and Joan and Thomas and the whole darn crew for giving us a sandbox and letting us bring our pails and shovels.
I shall strike you with my ever popular wet noodles...thanks to our ever loving Tink!!
But don't fret, baby.
You're one kool kat!!
:)
Gwendolyn -- thanks
ocular -- thanks
Chuck -- You are the epitome of courtesy, dignity and respect at OS.
Sentiments expressed in this post were nice to see as well.
Rated.
I've only been around OS for a short time, but this post reflects my feelings as well--y'all are so kind!
:-)
::whew::
For a minute there I thought you were breaking up with us.
Don't you ever quit us, (((OE))).
(J/k of course. All kudos to OS and the community it breeds)
Bill -- Thanks man.
Luis -- Thanks for not resorting to violence with macaroni.
M -- Interesting what people's perceptions are.
Lea -- that's a very kind thing to say to me. Thanks.
aka -- thanks for the shout out on my writing.
deb -- thanks very much.
cartouche -- You are a kind and thoughtful member of the human race.
stacey -- the eyes always work.
spotted_mind -- thank you
incandescent -- I'm sure we'd think you were one of the brightest bulbs in the room.
dharma -- No not going anwhere. ;)
Lonnie -- I hope this cheered you up.
Juli -- I always feel like I'm missing someone's really good work.
Sally -- you're a menschette! Which is a mixed metaphor and compliment.
Trig -- Backatcha
Harry -- I always saw you as Frasier Crane with the same level of intellect.
Steve -- Did you notice no corporate sponsors...thanks
Thank you for helping to make this such a wonderful place to call "home".
Noahvose -- Thanks
Michael -- Addictive isn't a strong enough description.
Buffy -- You are too kind. Thanks.
Love it, Tom!
OS has been good for me personally, to interact with such talented, intelligent and decent people. I've avoided being embroiled in the much discussed ugliness of late.
Kathy -- I hear ya.
Janie -- you're a real cynic for Canadian. Ha!
Tom -- interesting take but good analogy
Leslie -- thanks
Suzn -- Every place has controversy. The no gripe zone is a cool place to be
HJ -- Thanks
Latethink -- Appreciate what you said
L&P -- I so happy you're enjoying the egg creams. Even happier you can get the syrup locally. Thanks for the kind words.
Rated & Cheers!
Bubba -- cheers to you.
Hells Bells -- It's OK. Besides one person's "paltry life" is another's fantasy life.
Cindy -- I appreciate you getting this since your are one of the people I met. thanks.
silk -- woof!
Lisa -- You're very welcome!
Tink -- What are you doing up at this hour? Don't you ever sleep?