Implications of selfishness

This morning I heard a newsbroadcast that spoke of a family petitioning for the right to have a funeral for their loved one without the presence of protesters. This riled my frustration at a nation of people and a government who will validate one's rights to do something simply because it is a right! What happened to common sense, compassion, and consideratin for others. Yes, we have rights, but we also have responsibilities that go hand-in-hand with those rights. Protesters have the right to protest and have many other places and times where they can do so. What protesters do not have the right to do is infringe and interefere with a time of mourning when friends and family gather to pay their respects and comfort one another. Common decency and respect and the right to privacy should take precedence in this case. When common decency and respect for others gets overruled simply by someone's right to do so, we have lost an integral and ethical part of ourselves. Just because we have the right to do something does not mean it is the right thing to do!!!!!!

Getting Down to Business

Today at work, I assisted and encouraged a non-trad who felt anxious and overwhelmed by this new technology of online learning as she navigated through her courses. I know very well how she felt. Starting something or venturing into territory that is so new and unfamiliar can often make one feel somewhat inadequate and unsure. As a tutor and a non-trad student, I have the benefit and honor of encouraging others in this area. My job is quite rewarding. Last night, as I logged on to begin the first day of my online courses, I felt overwhelmed. Imagine that; it has only been two years since I was a student at the local community college! For me, as a traditionalist who requires some time to adjust to new and different things, taking university courses from a distance, is new and different. But, tonight, I have already begun to feel more settled and I am better organized.

We are never too old for firsts!

Wow, I never would have imagined that I would have a blog! Since it is a requirement for one of my university courses, I thought I might as well use it. The Lord has blessed me with two wonderful sons, one very special daughter-in-law, and four precious grandchildren. I love and enjoy my job as a Professional Tutor and I hope you love your job, too, or at least, that you can find something about it to love or enjoy. Have a great evening. I am off to do more homework.