Connected to the World but Unconnected to Life

     I'm sure many would agree with all the electronic devices and the many social media sites that the world has grown smaller and we are closely connected to every aspect.  But it seems to me that being connected to the world has broken our connection with the important things in life.  Social media keeps us informed about what movies our friends like, their favorite recipes, recent trips even what they ate for lunch or what concert they are attending.  I think this is the perfect way to communicate these casual interest or activities, but for a more personal touch, it would seem to me a phone call or a visit would be more valued and appreciated.

     We can't fulfill all our obligations to others with a Facebook post or even a text.  Sometimes hearing a persons voice is the perfect way to stay connected.  Showing an interest in someone's life is healing and empowering to both you and them.   You can boost to your personal connections with others with just a simple telephone call.

     So here's my suggestion, make a plan to call your Mom, Dad, brother, sister, or friend on a regular basis, just to talk, you know to catch up with each other and do this without any agenda.  Stay connected to each other because being connected to others is really what makes life worthwhile.  Don't wait for them to call, you can be the first to call.  "Just Saying..."