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There are several stories today on the internet about people who have used facebook to deal with issues in their life. One young Taylor Swift fan is battling leukemia so his sister got on facebook and was able to connect with Taylor (or Taylor’s staff). Taylor invited him to be her date for an award show early next month. Another man, grieving the loss of his mother decided to post a facebook memorial page. This page featured photos of his mother from throughout her life and has garnered numerous reaponses from friends all over the country. We have heard of several facebook protest petitions against large corporations who try to add surcharges to client’s bills. They have been sucessful in preventing big business from taking advantage of customers.
It is interesting to me how much facebook has become the opportunity to connect in healing, positive ways. Oh sure, its easy to bemoan it as superficial, and an escape from real communication. But in so many ways, it connects us. I got in touch with a friend in the Houston area that I hadn’t heard from in years. It was great to be in communication with her and it was good to be able to hear on a day to day basis about the recovery of her daughter from a life threatening seizure. The best part was being able to pray with and for her.
Yes, there are other ways to be in touch. There is email, telephone, and even face to face conversation. Why debate which is best? Can it ever be bad to just say hello? Today, I am grateful for all the ways my global family connects. And …. I hope …. you stay connected with me ….
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