January 10, 2008

Share Some Good Stuff

Sometimes we get so overwhelmed with the bad news that we forget that there are good things going on around us all the time. We can’t change the headlines, but we can seek out that which is good, that which is uplifting, that which shines with a positive radiance - the good stuff. Here are some recent feel-great stories:

“Sticks and stones may break my bones but names will never hurt me. ” We’ve all heard it, and we all know it’s false bravado. Ugly taunts do hurt and can lead to a lot of misery, especially when the target is a child. Val is sharing the news about No Name-Calling Week. Read the story and mark your calendar. Val wasn’t sure this qualifies as a good-news story. Huh? Sounds like Good Stuff to me!

My old Buddy dog will be going to his final sleep tomorrow if he makes it through the night tonight. It’s been hard watching him become more and more frail and knowing that this tme was coming. He quit eating two days ago and there’s nothing more I can do for him except to ease this last journey. I’m especially tuned to animal stories these days, so the recent news about a man who went the extra mile for a dog in trouble really lifted my spirits.

Have you checked the back pages of your local paper lately? Do yourself a favor and make it a point to find the good news that never makes the front page. Those little tidbits are a great antidote for the depression the “big stories” seem to leave in their wake. Make sure you send me a link when you’re moved to blog about something good going on in your community. I’ll hook you up the next time we Share Some Good Stuff and then we can all feel a little better about what this world is coming to!

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16 Responses to “Share Some Good Stuff”

1. January 10th, 2008 at 11:24 pm, valmg Says:

   Skeet,
   I am so sorry. I know this is a hard time. Godspeed Buddy.

2. January 11th, 2008 at 12:12 am, LSU NATIONAL CHAMPS Says:

   Hmmm… I guess my good story is that it’s finally starting to feel like winter down here.. almost. Love the cold!

   :O)

3. January 11th, 2008 at 2:15 am, Chuck Foxtrot Says:

   Skeet,

   I’m sorry to hear about Buddy. Good luck and know that we’re thinking of you.

   Chuck

4. January 11th, 2008 at 4:27 am, Ann Says:

   I’m so sorry, Skeet. It’s tough to lose a close friend. Hugs and prayers your way.

   Ann

5. January 11th, 2008 at 4:54 am, Trishk Says:

   Thank you for sharing the information on No Name Calling Week. I work for a domestic & sexual violence center and we had not heard of this. We are going to try and work some of their programs into our childrens group sessions.

   Sending hugs to you and Buddy.

6. January 11th, 2008 at 6:13 am, Flo Says:

   Skeet, I’m so sorry to hear about Buddy. I know how hard it is to say goodbye to a friend. I’ll be thinking about you guys today.

   Flo

7. January 11th, 2008 at 9:27 am, Chelle Says:

   Hey Skeet, sorry to hear about Buddy. Tell him my dad and both his dogs would be happy to have him join them in the great beyond and take him fishing.

8. January 11th, 2008 at 2:25 pm, Tammie Says:

   I’m so sorry to hear about Buddy, and I know there’s a hole in your heart right now. Here’s a big cyberhug for you both. Love and prayers.

9. January 12th, 2008 at 8:39 am, skeet Says:

   Mahalo, Val.

10. January 12th, 2008 at 8:41 am, skeet Says:

    I haven’t experienced “winter” in quite a few years. Enjoy it!

11. January 12th, 2008 at 8:42 am, skeet Says:

    Mahalo Chuck. It’s hard - even harder than I anticipated. I appreciate your thoughts. Good to see you “out there” again.

12. January 12th, 2008 at 8:43 am, skeet Says:

    Mahalo Ann. I’m having a pretty rough time with this. It helps to know that people care.

13. January 12th, 2008 at 8:48 am, skeet Says:

    Mahalo, Trishk. Make sure you thank Val for finding No Name Calling for us. I agree - it’s a wonderful idea. Lessons in compassion and understanding at an early age can provide a framework to help children grow towards a thoughtful and caring adulthood.

14. January 12th, 2008 at 8:49 am, skeet Says:

    Mahalo Flo. I did not expect my grief to be so overwhelming. I appreciate knowing I have friends standing by.

15. January 12th, 2008 at 8:53 am, skeet Says:

    Mahalo, Chelle. Buddy’s last few days were painful for both of us. I’m trying hard to envision him running and romping like a pup today.

16. January 12th, 2008 at 8:55 am, skeet Says:

    Mahalo Tammie. It’s not just a hole - I feel like my heart has been ripped out and stomped on. Hugs appreciated.

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