It seems with the growing trend of technology and it's capabilities for instant communication there seems to be a decline in human compassion.
I enjoy reading blogs and forums - there is quite a bit of information to be gained and sometimes they can be amusing.
I frequently read ones that deal with international adoption, weight loss, medical issues and so on.
For some reason, people use their computers as their shield. I guess ~ maybe ~ we can say things we wouldn't normally say to someone if we were talking face to face.
But . . . I don't contribute often. Why? Because, people are cruel. Somehow the use of technology has desensitized individuals to the feelings of others. I try on a daily basis not be a hurtful person. I watch my words carefully - I am honest - I will not lie but I will tell the truth in a kind manner. In the wave of technology and communicating, in my opinion, there seems to be quite a few people who are always trying to get the last word. You see,there is a problem with an electronic word - it shows no feeling - there is always the possibility that I can misconstrue the intent or meaning of what someone wrote.
I frequently read an adoption blog/forum that primarily deals with Chinese adoption. The individual who runs the blog succeeds very well in keeping waiting parents updated on the current issues with China adoption. People that are connected to the Chinese adoptions, whether they be prospective parents, grandparents, relatives of prospective parents, etc can contribute to the forum. There are many different topics. I have no problem with the blog or the forum - except for the individuals who, well - figure of speech - continue to beat the dead horse.
I feel that this post is just rambling on - I apologize for that.
Maybe my point is this - people need to embrace more passion for each other - regardless of where we are and what we are doing. If we are at work, home, or blogging on our computers - we need to be respectful of others and their opinions - even if we disagree.
