Chatting with my AFS friends on social media, whether it is about politics or travel or recipes. We said goodbye when we were still teenagers, but we’re forever bonded by our common experiences in Thailand, and I love that.
An email from Helen, a regular commenter and former blogger, who even when she says she has lost her writing mojo, comes up with a phrase like this (and I am sure she won’t mind me quoting her):
“… b) After trying on the leggings at home (I bought them at a craft show where there wasn’t a change room), I have vowed never to wear them outside the house, even in the event of a fire where I’m wearing them and don’t have time to change my clothes.”
This is also a wonderful Helenism (and no, Grammarly, I don’t mean Hellenism):
“… shouldn’t the word to refer to a “palindrome” be itself a palindrome? Somebody completely missed the boat (probably a kayak) on that one.”
I love seeing the variety of people who might comment or like a post or photo of mine on social media. A recent post’s first responses came from my cousin’s cousin, my SIL’s (and our) university friend in Malaysia, an AFS friend from Thailand I haven’t seen for 35+ years, my American niece I haven’t seen (except for Skype) for over seven years, my AFS sister from Thailand, and a British blogger living in California whom I have never met. That just makes me smile.
I have never understood why palindrome is not a palindrome!
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When people say they hate social media and “I’m leaving Facebook!” etc etc, I remember why I’m on it – as a person living abroad who has lived in lots of different countries: it’s because it’s absolutely priceless for things like this.
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I concur with Helen – she is very wise! I love these happy posts of yours. They always bring a smile to my face. Thank you for that. 🙂
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I don’t always like the politics & drama on social media, but I love being able to stay in closer touch with all my far-flung friends & relatives from all the different parts of my life! 🙂
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That is so cool that you’re still in touch with AFS friends. It was a life-changing event, and you’re still talking after all these years.
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I’m not thrilled with the antics of many FB posters. But some . . . golden. Love the quotes.
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I’m not really loving Facebook right now, but I’m reading it a lot! I’ve connected with a few acquaintances from my past, which is nice. Glad you were able to connect with you AFS friends.
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