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Montag, 27. Juli 2015

To like or not to like


We all know that, since the introduction of  Facebook, that a few words have got a different meaning, and that it is difficult for some people to see the border.

Friends on Facebook are not always friends in the name of how the word is meant. Friends are not just numbers, in my eyes, friends are people with a life, with who you get a connection.
I personally have a handful of friends. On Facebook I have over 250. And how many of them do I relate as real friends?
Okay, I must be fair, I have a lot of people that I know for over 10 years, that I consider as friends in that we share a part of our life, and a part not. Friends that know all of me are a handful, hey I repeat myself.
But I want to make it clear that it is important (for me) to make a differences.

That is one of the reasons that I do not care too much about a friend more or less. In Germany they say, man muss Reisenden nicht aufhalten, also, who wants to travel, you should let them go. And so it will be, that gives rest.
(so far the theory!)

Another thing that is typical for social media, especially Facebook is the 'likes' / Gefällt mir/ vind ik leuk.
The idea is that you get as many people pressing the thumb up, (like), the counter shows then the popularity of the item you posted.
There are many people that do everythng to get more 'likes'  There is even a market (at ebay and so) about buying likes, with what your page, or message gets more of them.

The methods are different. You can post something and wait until others react, (my way)
you can buy them or you can share your item, photo, with people so that they and their firends can see it again and also have the chance to like it all.
Some people need them. I always wonder why, and with observing behavior I think that mosst of the people who need many 'likes'  (and ask for it, with tags  and all), are looking for a kind of attention that they can not find in their real life. And what is better then have 'friends'  who 'like'  what you are doing.
The word 'like'  is as well heavy under attack.
In Facebook a like is a kuddo. Just a hit at the button. Easy to do, easy to forget.
fWhen I like what someone is doing I take the time to write a few words, that I realy do mean. I do that as well with posts that I do NOT like.
Maybe some friends don't like such behavior, but the friends who do so, they can stay in my friends list. Even when Facebook, one day, will close :-)

Oh, by the way, this picture got in a group 180 likes in 24 hours. I do hope I can get 200 likes for this photo :-)   I am soooo exited :) 







Mittwoch, 8. Juli 2015

I think I am on the right way

A few days away from a well deserved holiday, things digitally seem to change. And I like it.

I do love to be less swallowed up by the FaceBook groups
What means, I do love that people not bother me with their bullshit as in .. this and this is frustrating me, and then leaving it the way it is.
If you need to reduce your time on line. DO it!  There are no excuses to stay. Get off line, step into your life again and see what happens. You will like it, and I will like it too, when I see less of your drama :-)

I am sorry that I told you how some people get on my nerves.  I should not have done so.  I should have stepped aside of them already a longer time ago.
I am sorry that I did promise you to kick that person out of a group. Your group. That became clear again, you did simply remove me from the admin group and let the problem maker in the group. What shculd have happened if I realy had done what you did ask me, and skipped him out?

Lucky I don't need to. A block is easy, my problem is solved and you can clamp at your problem, the way you like to.  I will not block you.  I will even stay into your group. I am still too much in the grip of the monster called FaceBook



Donnerstag, 2. Juli 2015

onday will be a most auspicious occasion

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"Today, the people and deities of Tibet have made prayers for my long life.
Doctors also suggest I could live another 20 years or so.
I’m 80 now; let’s plan to celebrate again when I’m 90."

- His Holiness the Dalai Lama
Send your messageDear Hans,

Will you please take a moment to share warm birthday greetings to His Holiness the Dalai Lama? Monday will be the 80th anniversary of his birth, so I encourage you to act without delay.

Wish the Dalai Lama a happy birthday.

As a friend of the Tibetan people and supporter of the International Campaign for Tibet, you know the Dalai Lama’s wisdom, compassion and devotion to peace are worthy of our admiration and emulation every day. But his 80th birthday is a particularly auspicious occasion for you to express your respect.

Share your birthday greetings for His Holiness the Dalai Lama now.

Thank you for joining in this global outpouring of joy and gratitude.

Peace,
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Mittwoch, 1. Juli 2015

His Holiness the Dalai Lama's 80th birthday

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Send your messageDear Hans,

Please join me in sending joyful birthday greetings to His Holiness the Dalai Lama.

Next Monday, July 6, will mark His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s 80th birthday – a most auspicious occasion that you can join by expressing your admiration for his commitments to promoting human values, religious harmony, and promotion of Tibetan culture.

All of us here at the International Campaign for Tibet (ICT) are honored and humbled to be working towards achieving the Dalai Lama’s vision for Tibet:
"My primary concern, as I have repeated time and again, is to ensure the survival
of the Tibetan people’s distinctive culture, language and identity."
His Holiness has pursued that goal with tireless devotion throughout his life and around the world. As a spiritual leader, patient teacher and resolute peacemaker, he continues to inspire people of all nationalities, races and religions.

This is your moment to tell the Dalai Lama how much you appreciate his kindness and compassion. Share your birthday greetings now.

Thank you for participating in this special ICT initiative … and for your commitment towards supporting the people of Tibet.

Sincerely,
Matteo Mecacci
Matteo Mecacci
President
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