Hey! Look what I did! I did good, Huh????

Many years ago, I was introduced to a particular song that saved me from doing something so ridiculous and selfish. Because of that song, I am still here today. The lyrics to that song helped me understand that someone else felt as alone and betrayed as I did...and he made it through.

In 2004, I was honored to introduce myself and stumble over my words as I tried to thank the musician for everything. Being shy and unsure of myself, my words did not make it out of my mouth. Fortunately, I had posted on his forum, and he graciously responded. I still have a copy of that..

In recent years, I have lost a lot of respect for this person. Mind you, I am all about finding religion and trying to walk the path of righteousness, but with this person, it seems to be a tad pompous..

On a few occasions, I see Facebook posts that boast about a good deed he had done for someone. A lot of the 'sheep' respond with their praises, but I have to wonder...isn't doing the good deed praise enough? Doesn't the most Important being already know what you've done? Why are you boasting on Facebook, Twitter, or your own personal forums? What exactly are you trying to prove..

I feel, as functioning members of a civilized society and just plain being decent human beings, we should all pass along a bit of kindness and, if at all feasible, go above and beyond expectations to help each other out a little. Whether you are a Christian, Jew, Muslim, Atheist...help out your fellow man, people! We're all on this sinking ship together...may as well make the best of it, right?.

In some way, I hope to instill this sort of value in my children. I can see bits and pieces of it. I see the way they do little things for each other. I dropped off the boys at school and waited for them by the bus, because they were at each others' throats the entire morning. It was a hellish start to the day. While waiting at the bus, I saw my oldest son by the bus door looking for the youngest. He then motioned for him to get in front of him on line so they can sit together. I know this is a typical sibling thing, but it really meant more to me. I didn't mention it to either of them, and they didn't mention it either. .

I've also seen them all at one point do a kind deed for a stranger. They never once ran over to me to tell me about it. They just did it and it was done...end of story..

This is what it should be. You do what you're supposed to do to spread a bit of kindness for another person. Maybe let them ahead of you at the check out...maybe just smiling at them. It all helps..

Just don't let me see it on f*cking Facebook, okay???