Things We Sometimes Forget...

This past week has kind of been a strange week for me. I have felt very unmotivated, detached, and alone. I don't know how to describe it exactly but I had a strange feeling all week. And on Thursday evening I learned that a good friend of my had passed away. I have been fairly detached from social society lately with not having a facebook profile and not really having a reliable phone or even using it when it does decide to work properly. It's strange to me that without those things life changes so drastically. I mean all that I really do anymore is work on the boat, work, and hang out at home with my dog. I think that even more so now that I have been detached from social networking I value my relationships with people. I know that most times when people cross paths with someone they haven't seen in a while they always ask how they have been and what they've been up to...but we all know that most really don't care one bit. It makes me sad that people have become so seemingly connected that they really just don't care what people do because they will see there feed on facebook. I mean what happens when they're gone.....Then what? Are we nothing more to others anymore than a few words on the internet? What happens when the feed ends? Or does it really matter because you have 500 other feeds that will take the place of that? Sometimes I wonder if anyone even noticed that I even left facebook or if anyone even cares? Sure I can realize the power of a few simple words even if it is via social networking. And to be honest I tried so very hard to make posts when I had facebook that would be a light for others and be uplifting for those who may see it. But unfortunately I think that social networking has shaped or society into something quite strange to say the least. Hardly anyone that has a facebook or twitter or whatever uses it to be a light to others. Almost everyone you see only posts to complain about something or to get some sort of recognition for something they've done and hear how great they are or see how many people comment on there posts because that must mean of coarse that they care about them. Maybe I'm just ranting or whatever but I just find it funny that when people no longer see your feed, you seemingly no longer exist. You could just as well be on the opposite side of the world even though you most likely live in the same town or in a place that you could easily simply call, text, email, or god forbid even go as far a maybe even sending a letter. So yes yes I know that I'm ranting but the whole point of this post is to hopefully bring to light a bit more appreciation for the people around you. You never know when they may no longer be there. Their feed may end one day or even worse they could no longer be here all together. I know that this is something I have been working on lately but maybe it's time to start thanking some of those people that constantly put a smile on your face, or that call and see how you are in good times or bad, or that lend an ear or a helping hand when needed. Don't be afraid to tell someone how you feel or that your grateful for the things they do. I know I'm probably not one to talk because I'm still madly in love with someone that I don't talk to and can only wonder and hope that she is living life to the fullest and is undeniably and amazingly happy everyday. I just hope that I convey to everyone in life how much I appreciate them and how thankful I am to have met them. So while I'm at it I really wanna thank Kevin and Jordan for all their help on the boat lately, Don for all of his help and guidance, the man who gave me my boat in the first place Ron, my parents for putting up with me and my boat, all of you who take the time to read my posts, and pretty much anyone who brings that little bit of light to any of my days. This is more than I could have asked from any of you and is very much appreciated. I hope that I can bring light to your days someday. As always I wish you all only the best. Have a great day!

-Jesse