This is an experiment, writing these 100 word "essays." Others may want to try it and you are welcome to share in your comment (but save your work!).

Dealing with Facebook

I have deleted my Facebook account on more than one occasion, for several reasons, but mostly because of some people engaged in "flaming." Some people think communication on the net gives people the right to flame somebody any time they feel like it. I won't tolerate it. When it happened today, I immediately defriended the person. If it happened on OS, I would not tolerate it either. The OS crowd is much more civilized, in my experience. I do not go on the net to be verbally abused. I am here to share ideas, feelings, and insights, when they arise.

Finding Treasures Where You Least Expect Them

I bought about five CDs today at the Salvation Army, one by Bill Miller, a Native American musical artist. I took a chance on this collection, and it paid off. I already found a gem of a song called "Tumbleweed." I will tell you more about this great song in a later post. It is not always the famous artists and writers who are the best. I have been searching through Goodwills and Salvation Armies and yard sales for years, and often I find treasures by taking a chance. And I do not reject any genre out of hand.

Be Willing to Reach Out for Competent help 

I went for my second physical therapy appointment today, and did two miles on the stationary bike. Not bad for me. The fact is that I need help to resolve my knee issues and get back into an exercise routine and lose weight. There are times when we all need help. That's what I am trying to say in my song "Be a True Friend If You Dare." It is hard to admit sometimes the need for help. But I now am very careful to choose a helper whom I trust and respect, not just the first person who comes along.