Growing up is hard to do. Getting past childhood memories? Impossible. It is worrisome that children are tossed into a system, and as far as friends go, it's pretty much sink or swim. Parents sit back nervously biting their lips hoping that their children will be accepted by their peers. It is heartbreaking when they are not.
Being an unpopular child in school has defined me as a person. I always pull for the underdog and go out of my way to talk to others. My adult friends are skeptical when I describe my school days. They have a difficult time picturing me as the quiet, skinny child without friends because I am such a gregarious person now. I have become the antithesis of my former self. As an adult, I find it easier to make friends, laugh, and not be afraid to express my opinion. Okay, sometimes I hold back a little.:)
I have found blogging to be an exciting way to make new friends. Since I am not the wilting violet I was in school, I do have a lot of close friends that I see on a regular basis, but keeping up with my blogger friends enhances my day. Blogging is like adding another layer to my life. I find myself laughing out loud at some posts and wiping away tears when I read others. Keeping up with other blogs gives me the opportunity to meet people from all parts of the world and to learn what is going on in their neck of the woods. Making friends has never been easier, and I love it.
By the way, Joel is having a Blog Revolution Project over at his place.
