Just wondering....is there a space where blogging friends could easily exchange phone numbers or addresses? Or is this something that needs to be done through email only? Some of you are friends with me on Facebook, but not everyone has messenger.
There are many times when a blogging friend will ask me a question about one of my post and I would love to be able to answer them.
You all are not just casual online acquaintances, you all are friends that I've shared my life with, supported and been supported by.
Over the years, I've been fortunate to have direct connections with a few of my LONG-TIME blogging friends. This makes such a difference when "life happens".....whether it's celebrating a birthday and sending a card, sending Christmas cards, or just simply checking on one another after a loss OR not hearing from someone in a few months, wanting to make sure they are Ok. I believe connection is important and there is just something so personal about a handwritten note that social media can't replace.
I completely understand that not everyone is comfortable sharing personal details (like your mailing address, email address or phone number, and that's okay. But I know that for those of us who would be comfortable in sharing, this would be an easy way to communicate when a question is asked. In many ways, I feel closer to some of you than to my friends who live right down the road.
My Beautiful friends, Betsy from Tennessee, Ruth, and Ginny, just to mention a few, have been much more than just names on a screen. We have been there for each other through many of life's ups and downs. We've celebrated milestones, comforted one another, and shared so many everyday moments together.
I know that we can go back and reply to a comment, but I'm not sure how many go back and read the replies. ??
There are many times when Sam and I will be having a conversation and what we talk about is what all is going on with my blogging friends. I've shared your prayer needs with Sam and I have also shared our funny stories.
So, is it crazy to wish for something like this? I don't think so. It's just a reflection of how deeply blogging has connected us over the years. What do you all think? Would any of you ever be open to exchanging contact information? I know that in this day and time, we do have to be so very careful who we share information with, but I ....KNOW and TRUST.... each of you.
Just a thought!
Shug.
I think this is a wonderful idea, Shug! I just sent you an email with personal information.
ReplyDeleteSometimes I just have questions about a post and sometimes friends ask me questions..I just feel like I leave everyone hanging..
DeleteI know just what you mean! I talk to Bob about my blogging friends and what's going on in their lives too. I do have that info for several friends. I'll send you an email!
ReplyDeleteThank you Mari...I got your info and sent mine to you..
Deletethecontemplativecat here. I know what you mean. I find that true for me too. Some sites have an email address in their info page.
ReplyDeletecute name....do you still blog?
DeleteMy email is on my Blogger reply and I've made friends that way. Right now I don't have access to email so I shut that off. However I used to have it posted on my blog. Then I redid the blog. When I get email back up and running, I'll put it back on the reply and then find a way to post it at the end of my blog. I ditched the side bar thingy, and didn't think about it until right now that the email cartoon on the side bar also got ditched. Thanks for the this post.
ReplyDeletesounds great....looking forward to receiving your email address
DeleteI totally agree, Shug! I tried e-mailing you from your profile, but it required so much red tape that I gave up. Like you, I often read various e-mails to Phil, and he knows several of my blog friends by name and state. I also think prayer support is so important too. And in order to know how to pray, we may need to know certain things that bloggers may not want to put out publicly, delicate issues. If you e-mail me, I will send you my e-mail and any other contact info. I do feel like I know you personally, your kind heart and personality! Sometimes I will see something cheerful and think this reminds me of Shug. Even though we have never met!
ReplyDeleteTrue...I've always appreciated your friendship and I learn so much from you. I just think it might be neat to sometime Hear each others accents. I have a strong southern accent. hugs Ginny
DeleteI tried sending you an email, something will not let me. My email is captainconnie2001atyahoodotcom send me your address and I will send you mine!
ReplyDeleteI just sent my information to you via email....
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