Sunday, October 21, 2007

My First Time . . .

Thanks goes out to Chris Hall for unknowingly kicking off my own blog. Of course I had viewed other blogs, but never really felt the need or desire to participate or even respond. So here goes...

The most intriguing part is that I have no way of knowing whether anyone will read any of this, let alone respond. And yet I type on. Amazing isn't it. A bit like wondering if the iron is really hot or not.... let's try touching it. (don't even pretend you haven't done it - or know someone who has.)

Guess this a little like an online diary - thankfully it isn't a video diary.

Today is Sunday. I was in church this morning and feeling a bit out of place. Sadly this isn't unfamiliar, although it probably isn't anyone's fault but my own. There was a visitor to our Sunday School class, at least she was new to me. After sitting and wondering how long it would take until someone talked to her, sat with her or even acknowledged her existence - I decided to move a bit closer and share my Sunday School materials. She was so nice and open to the contact. I am sure she has no idea just how much I needed that interaction. But it truly made my day.

It is curious how much I learn about myself even at my age from such little moments and interactions.

2 comments:

Allison said...

Hey Eileen,
Welcome to the blogging world! I was excited to see you started a blog, but more excited to know you welcomed someone in your Sunday School class. It's always so hard to make the first move...at least it is for me. Keep typing on, I'm reading!
Allison

theodude said...

Hey Eileen,
I echo Allison's comment here. Blogging has become several things for me including...a conversation starter, a chance to release some thoughts, keep family updated on how we're doing, and a hobby. After all everyone needs a hobby right?
Have fun with this!
chris