What is the value of the things which with we surround ourselves? This computer, for example, is a broad window
to the world where I can be a part of something “bigger” through spending time
looking at a screen instead of looking out of a window or walking out of a door
and experiencing something even “bigger.”
This week, as a result of losing a part of my school community to death,
I begin to look more closely at the value of relationships. Facebook is a unique way to be in
relationships, but it cannot replace the act of physical contact or of an
actual conversation—whether face to face or on the phone. I spend too much time in front of this
computer screen and I sometimes let it take time away from the one to one
moments with the people with whom I share my life—my family, friends,
classmates. I rely on this medium to
stay in touch with people all around the country, and there is definitely value
in this, but when relationships are affected by the imbalance of screen and
face time, I need to examine my motivation.
A death this week of a man whom I was just beginning to know has shaken
me, reminded me, that time is not guaranteed, that relationships need tending,
that “I love you” is never, ever said enough.
Dear God, help me to pay better attention to the people with whom I walk
through life. I know that each day is a
gift, but I sometimes forget to unwrap the package to fully see what is being
presented. I need you to motivate me to
strip away the tissue paper that veils my view.
I know I am responsible, but I am weak.
Help me. Amen.