Hey All,
Just a quick note - this has been a busy week for us, so we have not made any posts. Next week is looking pretty "rough" as well, but please continue to check back.
Saturday, September 15, 2007
Monday, September 10, 2007
Poll Results - How Many Very Close Friends
Out last poll question was - How many very close friends do you have?
The results:
None = 8%;
1-5 = 75%;
6-10 = 8%;
11-15 = 0%;
16-20 = 8%; and
over 20 = 0%
These results were about what I expected. I think it reveals two things. One, we often do not have many "close friends". Studies have shown that it is difficult to maintain truly close relationships with more than just a handful of people.
Secondly, we are becoming more and more of an isolated society. While we are wired for only so many relationships, I think we often use this as an excuse not to risk having many (sometime "any") relationships at all.
What I've learned is when I do take the risk and let people get closer to me, I benefit tremendously. So, if you're feeling isolated, why not take some time to consider making some new friends. They won't all become your best friends, but your life will be richer because of your new relationships.
The results:
None = 8%;
1-5 = 75%;
6-10 = 8%;
11-15 = 0%;
16-20 = 8%; and
over 20 = 0%
These results were about what I expected. I think it reveals two things. One, we often do not have many "close friends". Studies have shown that it is difficult to maintain truly close relationships with more than just a handful of people.
Secondly, we are becoming more and more of an isolated society. While we are wired for only so many relationships, I think we often use this as an excuse not to risk having many (sometime "any") relationships at all.
What I've learned is when I do take the risk and let people get closer to me, I benefit tremendously. So, if you're feeling isolated, why not take some time to consider making some new friends. They won't all become your best friends, but your life will be richer because of your new relationships.
Saturday, September 08, 2007
Gathering this weekend
Hello Everyone!
While we have some heavy weather headed our way, at this time it does not look like it will reach us until Sunday night. So, we are still planning on meeting at Newport News Park at 1:00 pm (Shelter #3).
This weekend we will have hot dogs and a more casual (it's hard to believe we can be more casual, but we will be) day with Justin leading our conversation at 1:00 pm.
If you're local, we hope to see you there! Bring the family and make a day of it at the Park!
While we have some heavy weather headed our way, at this time it does not look like it will reach us until Sunday night. So, we are still planning on meeting at Newport News Park at 1:00 pm (Shelter #3).
This weekend we will have hot dogs and a more casual (it's hard to believe we can be more casual, but we will be) day with Justin leading our conversation at 1:00 pm.
If you're local, we hope to see you there! Bring the family and make a day of it at the Park!
Wednesday, September 05, 2007
Getting Along
Anne Lamott – “You can safely assume you’ve created God in your own image when it turns out God hates all the same people you do.”
Saturday, September 01, 2007
Labor Day
It's kind of ironic to have a holiday called LABOR Day. One thing I've been thinking about recently is how hectic my life can get in a very short amount of time. In John Ortberg's book Everybody's Normal Till You Get To Know Them, he writes...
"Maybe the biggest single barrier to deep connectedness is simply the pace of our lives. If you think you can fit deep community into the cracks of an overloaded schedule – think again."
He is soooooo right. I'm embarassed by the number of times I think about stopping by to see someone, or picking up the phone to call, or jotting a quick e-mail -- but never do.
If you feel the same way, why not take some time on this Labor Day weekend and see if you can't SLOW DOWN just a little and enjoy the day of rest - maybe you'll find a few minutes to connect or reconnect with others (you'll be glad you did!).
"Maybe the biggest single barrier to deep connectedness is simply the pace of our lives. If you think you can fit deep community into the cracks of an overloaded schedule – think again."
He is soooooo right. I'm embarassed by the number of times I think about stopping by to see someone, or picking up the phone to call, or jotting a quick e-mail -- but never do.
If you feel the same way, why not take some time on this Labor Day weekend and see if you can't SLOW DOWN just a little and enjoy the day of rest - maybe you'll find a few minutes to connect or reconnect with others (you'll be glad you did!).
