11/7/10 So, I’ve decided not to work on Sundays or Fridays anymore. Thus, I must become a published author. This is the beginning of brainstorming for my book. I watched a few minutes of Joel Osteen this morning. I like him, but he seems too good to be true. He said that God doesn’t give us Oak trees; rather, he gives us acorns. This is my acorn. I am planting it and watering it today.
I’ve never been one to believe that everything happens for a reason. I mean, I was taking my dog on a leisurely Sunday morning walk today, something that we don’t get to do too often, and I was suddenly consumed with having to go to the bathroom. I found myself rushing my dog instead of enjoying the sunny, breezy weather. Did that happen for a reason? I think not. However, I do think that certain people cross our path for a reason. These may be seemingly insignificant people, such as the older Cuban architect I met at the library yesterday. He needed help finding a DVD, but somehow we got on the topic of Haiti. He had an architectural plan to help with Haiti’s housing crisis in the aftermath of the 2010 earthquake. He was expressing dismay that he couldn’t cut through the red tape in this country or that one to put his plan into action. I’m not sure why I met him. He seemed like a caring person that wanted to use his abilities to help the world. It’s always inspiring to see people who have reached a certain age and have managed to retain some idealism. I told him to be patient and keep trying. Maybe he needed to hear that from someone. I guess we’re all on this planet to encourage one another, to reaffirm one another. Sometimes when I’m at the Reference Desk, I will sneak a peek at Craigslist. There is a section called “Missed Connections.” I find it fascinating. Here’s one I saw today:
“Publix on university and pines – m4w (Hollywood, FL):
I saw you in the produce section and again in line at the deli. You looked really cute in your hoodie and sweat pants. We made eye contact a few times, I couldn’t think of anything to say to you though. I probably should have just said hi. )” These little entries always kill me. First, it’s a very romantic notion that your one-in-a-million person would read Missed Connections on Craigslist. Second, it shows that sometimes we just want a do-over in life. Would he have said “hi” if he could go back in time? Why is it so hard to reach out to other people? I think too many horrible news stories have made us afraid of each other. I guess sometimes we just have to take a chance. I hope the Publix man says “hi” next time. And I hope that the cutie in the hoodie doesn’t think he’s a serial killer. Lessons for today? Be alert to the goodness in others; it may be the encouragement you need. Second, don’t forget to plant acorns.
“Publix on university and pines – m4w (Hollywood, FL):
I saw you in the produce section and again in line at the deli. You looked really cute in your hoodie and sweat pants. We made eye contact a few times, I couldn’t think of anything to say to you though. I probably should have just said hi. )” These little entries always kill me. First, it’s a very romantic notion that your one-in-a-million person would read Missed Connections on Craigslist. Second, it shows that sometimes we just want a do-over in life. Would he have said “hi” if he could go back in time? Why is it so hard to reach out to other people? I think too many horrible news stories have made us afraid of each other. I guess sometimes we just have to take a chance. I hope the Publix man says “hi” next time. And I hope that the cutie in the hoodie doesn’t think he’s a serial killer. Lessons for today? Be alert to the goodness in others; it may be the encouragement you need. Second, don’t forget to plant acorns.
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