Privacy is a Privelege

I get unreasonably irritated when I witness someone giving a shout out on a social networking site to another person (or pet) who will never see it.  Sure, you're being nice, but just like my post yesterday, being nice doesn't make anyone or anything any more likable.

We haven't antiqued the idea of cards, folks.  A good old fashioned hand written card.  A personal reading for the individual who receives it.  A way to express in words what is generally a little tougher to speak.  All of the above should be private.  It should be an honor for the recipient to know that the words you articulated were intended just for them.  Words of gratitude and thankfulness are not meant to pride your kindness.  You shouldn't be asking for attention  ("likes") in response to your expression towards another individual.  There is something very special about an intimate friendship, companionship, and relationship that doesn't always need to be shared with the commoners.

I'd like to think that the majority of my close people have an understanding, without overly expressional posts, how much they mean to my life.  My husband is truly one of the kindest human beings I'll ever meet.  I cherish his acts of kindness and quite honestly I don't think all of you should be privileged to be a part of it all.  Privacy is a privilege that many of you toss in Tuesday's trash. 

Even thinking back on my childhood, there are aspects I wouldn't share with "followers" because it diminishes the meaning and, selfishly speaking, it's my memories!  I don't want everyone to be a part of special moments I had.  And can I add I am thankful that my parents didn't post my drawings, notes, assignments, etc. on the world wide web for all to stop by and see?!  I realize I'm not a parent, but it has got to be embarrassing.  Parents aren't cool until you're out of high school.  Put it on the fridge, not on Facebook. 

I've noticed parents posting photos of their children, and by children I mean school age kiddos, eating BREAKFAST.  I don't know about you, but if you even dare to bring out a camera in the AM you're asking to be my enemy.  Cool, you made your family pancakes.  Bravo,  you provided your family with food.  Congratulations, you're part of the percentage that will be sending their children to school fed.  Instead of posting pictures of your stack of 'cakes, how about ya donate some of that networking time to volunteering at a food pantry?  I mean, I can't guarantee you'd have time to glove up, flip hundreds of pancakes AND take pictures to share, but it may be good for the soul.

More info here:  http://www.regionalfoodbank.org/Take-Action/Volunteer/FAQ 

If you think "Cards are too expensive" and you're in OKC, there's a Hallmark store going out of business (go figure, validating my post), off of May by the Old School Bagel Café that has cards for 50-75% off.

{Happy Hump Day}