Day 221

Went to a wedding today, and it was really fun. The reception was one of the better ones I've been too. They had great food, great treats, a candy buffet, and something called Open Photo Booth. Basically, a guy had simple white paper backdrop, and the groom supplied props, and people posed how they wanted, as much time as they wanted. The photos were uploaded immediately onto facebook, on to Open Photo Booth's facebook page. Right after you got the photo taken, the photographer had a really nice printer printing off 4x6's to give to the guests. It took a while for people to start getting creative, but man did people start to get creative...and yes, at times inappropriate! Ha. Good times. It is a great idea, and a real money maker, I'm sure. Something perfect for a photographer who likes to interact with many people, and just have a fun time. the printer is 1700 dollars, though, so it's not a cheap start up! I feel like I'm just rambling.

Some else cool happened today as well. I got to see an old friend who I haven't seen in over 10 years. It was really neat to see him again (and see his wife and kids as well!). I hope it happens more often. Super nice people, and when I was sitting there chatting, I realized why I was friends with him back in the day. Good people...that's why. If you're reading this, D, thanks for the text today. I'm glad I saw you guys.

That's it for today. Thanks for stopping by again. Thanks for taking the time out of your day to read what I have to say.

Speaking of taking the time from your day...if you feel like it, could you let me know what keeps you coming back here? What sorts of things to you hope I talk/write about? What sort of things do you wish I would write/talk about less? I remember the suggestions that a couple of you made a while back, and I still think about them. Don't worry, I'll get on the eventually. But if there's something that keeps you coming back, I'd like to know, so I can do more of that. Thanks for your input!

Take care, all. Love you guys.

Day 102

I haven't been on facebook since the beginning of lent. I haven't missed it all that much, but for the skewed sense of community that it gave me. I'll probably use it come Sunday, but hopefully not as much. We'll see how that goes. I've really enjoyed blogging and using twitter. I sign on to msn from time to time, but almost nobody uses that anymore. Too bad. Some good memories chatting with friends on msn. I wonder what will take over facebook in the future. I think we'd be ignorant to think facebook will be around forever. Whatever it will replace fb, it will a stronger force that will keep us glued to our chairs longer, and will make us less satisfied with our lives more than facebook already does.. Do you disagree?

I had a good talk with someone close to me tonight about mental illness, and the stigma attached to it. I've tried to be honest about my struggle with depression this winter (and on and off throughout my life), but it has been at times a temptation to hide it, or to not talk about it. That being said, I am becoming a strong believer in opening up (if possible), being honest, and not being embarrassed. That's hard though, because people often think depression can be fixed by "bucking up", or sleeping more, or getting outside, etc. Those things might make it a little less painful, but they are by no means a cure for the crippling issue of depression and/or anxiety. Besides, the people who wave it off like it's a silly thing are usually those who haven't suffered from it, or are maybe a bit emotionally stunted. Not all, of course, are like that. Many people want to understand, or are at least patient. Anyway, I didn't want to get too much into it right now. I'll talk about it later most likely.

I think I figured out how to let anybody comment without having a good account. So, if you'd like to say something, please be my guest. You're comments are welcome, but please be respectful of others. :) Thanks so much for reading. Take care.