Effort of Compassion
Hello, Blogisphere... I admit it has been too long since I wrote down anything of what goes through my head for public view. But as a writer, my ultimate goal in life is to be read! So, let's jump right in, shall we? I'd like to kick off this venture by addressing something close to my heart: Compassion for those we consider family. Now, I am not just referring to blood relatives here, though of course, many are close with their relations and are blessed to be so. I am not one of them; many of mine are dead or no longer speaking to me. But I have not let this pull me down, and that is not really the point. There are many forms of the word, "family", though. I proudly and gratefully count myself among those who have found familial love in the hearts of those I have met in school, at work, and on the street. Life's journey has connected me with a chosen few whose existence is invaluable to me. I am an uncle to their children, bear my soul to them at all hours of