Words...

So, if you have known me for awhile, I hope that you have found me to be somewhat of a quiet person that tries not to say too much about anyone or anything.  Probably not though…even though that has been my goal.  I know there are many times that I have opened my mouth in the past and got caught up in the gossip that goes around, even though I know I shouldn't.  Although I have dreadfully slipped up and have let hurtful words out of my mouth, I really do make an effort to embrace the old adage, "If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all."

Anyway, all of this remains true to how I feel when it comes to random gossip.   As enticing as it is, I really don't want to get involved.  However, as I am quickly approaching the BIG 3-0!!!,  I have noticed that I am becoming much more opinionated on "worldly" issues and feel the need to talk, or in this case, write about them.  The quiet, reserved, scared to hurt anyone's feelings part of me tells me just to keep my thoughts to myself and not express my true feelings.  As I'm getting older, I am starting to see that some of these issues are really important and maybe my opinion on them does matter.  If I am feeling so strongly about something, maybe I should remember that I am not only am I entitled to express it,  but in some cases I am morally obligated to express it.  I actually could play a role in helping others form an educated opinion on the issue as well.  What is the point of being passionate about something if you can't share how you feel about it with others?  When I started this blog, I hesitated.  Why?  Because I knew that those who actually took the time to read it (which I truly appreciate) would immediately form an opinion of me based on what I am writing about.  I was willfully putting myself in a very vulnerable position.  This is a new and sometimes very uncomfortable thing for me.  I know that probably some people who might come across this may think I am crazy for feeling the way I do, saying what I am saying, and writing what I write. 

 With that said, I am now starting to realize that there are some things that I just need to say.  I certainly don't want to offend anyone or hurt anyone's feelings, and I truly hope that I never do.  I pray that God will give me wisdom when it comes to choosing the words that come out of my mouth.  However, I know I will sometimes say something that others will disagree with.  Since I'm in the mood for old adages, I guess "That's what makes the world go 'round."  If you are ever reading this and hold differing opinions with anything that I write about, please choose to have an open mind and at least hear me out! I will always welcome a nice, peaceful discussion about whatever the topic may be.  I really am a very open-minded person.  I know that I am not always right. You may actually be able to change my views on something as well  :o)  I have a feeling that I am going to start writing about more "controversial" issues, so stay tuned and keep your mind open!! Thanks for reading, hopefully the words I say will be worth it!