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Families-Pick Up the Phone

All differ in relationships that's for sure. Sometimes, though very hard to endure. . Weep over dead animals with hue and cry, we do. Never once realizing, that our days as family are numbered, too. . My question is, are we really family or just putting on false-face? And if we are, a tragedy,a loss and a total disgrace. . A day has twenty-four long hours in it. Dehumanized,degraded by the eternal,"I am too busy pit?" . That grave's mouth is waiting to swallow us all. What's that you say~ you can't hear its roaring call? January 7, 2020

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Gershon Wolf

Date: 1/8/2020 11:20:00 PM

Just read a reasoned editorial in that decidedly lefty-atheist mag, Scientific American (great science, admittedly) which actually concluded that 'Reach out and text' is no substitute for 'Reach out and touch!' Can you believe it? Sanity strikes the left every few decades or so! LOL. thanks, gwi

Panagiota Romios
Date: 1/9/2020 8:17:00 AM

Holy Guacamole, Gershon! Is this article on line? I will search and see.there is hope for humanity yet! I would love to not be texted. Especially when people live within 50 miles of me. Texts are great in emergencies. Outside of that NO.Even email, equally offensive from those close to us keeps us at a distance. It is the fear of human intimacy. Add the ignominy, that " I don't have time to talk with you," Indicating other people, places and events come first. I find this hurtful! Suggest letter writing LOL.at least you see their handwriting. A big NO...takes too much time. I get it! I am not worth their time. Too bad! Wowie,,shocker from the left.Merci, Panagiota

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 1/8/2020 8:24:00 AM

I know what you mean. Even my own mom tested me “Merry Christmas” She was out of town but surely it would have been nice to have a phone call. My sister lately has been popping in - how wonderful that has been!

Panagiota Romios
Date: 1/8/2020 7:33:00 PM

Same here on Gotta Go! Most of us here are not 18. Many here have illnesses on top of age. I am sure my life would be beyond ugly had I grown up not talking on the phone. God gave us ears to hear..,not to type with. Gee, I would havem called you on Christmas had I known. That makes me sad. Panagiota

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 1/8/2020 9:42:00 AM

I am all too familiar with those gotta go calls. I try not to do that myself! What a blessing to hear from your cousin!

Panagiota Romios
Date: 1/8/2020 9:03:00 AM

Dear Kim, it hurt me to know you got a text, not a phone call. You have a sibling at least. I have none. But bets are, this happened to more. I had a cousin call me a few days after Christmas and what a welcome call that was and a surprise to boot. I had no idea his wife was ill. We talked for quite awhile. He sounds as young as he did when he was 18! And it was not a.."Gotta Go" type call. Thanks, Kim Love, Panagiota xx

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 1/8/2020 4:15:00 AM

It is so important to let family know how much they are loved before they're gone. Those family reunions we put off much too long. We need to connect before it is too late. I was just discussing this with my son today. He wants to have a reunion with all his cousins, some who have never met each other. I enjoyed your poem so much Panagiota. Have a blessed new year. xxoo

Panagiota Romios
Date: 1/8/2020 8:53:00 AM

Connie~ I see we are on the same wavelength re time, relationships and the shortness of existence. The cousins should get together, three cheers. The idea of family get togethers is a lost art. The older they get, travel may be impossible.I am glad this poem touched a few hearts. I try to tell people there is no texting or cell phoning to or from a grave. It's a somber thought. But who are we kidding? Thank you and bless you, Panagiota xx

Line Gauthier

Date: 1/8/2020 1:03:00 AM

Strong message. Sad state of affairs. Priorities are screwed up indeed.

Panagiota Romios
Date: 1/8/2020 8:46:00 AM

Hello Line! Oh, my your response is so true! Thank you, Panagiotaxx

Ann Gilmour

Date: 1/8/2020 12:45:00 AM

Powerful words though sadly so true Panagiota. My dear son used to ring me at least once a day though often 2 or 3 times - oh what I would give to get that phone call again... His passing makes me realise that each day is precious and we should always tell our family how much they are loved and not put that call off. Your line 'graves mouth is waiting to swallow us all up' oh how true that is. Bless you my dear friend I hope you are well. With kindest thoughts Ann xx

Panagiota Romios
Date: 1/8/2020 8:43:00 AM

Ann, I always have fears about my daughter when she leaves. About an accident, that might take her from me. I talk to her five times a day. I cannot fathom the agony and heartbreak you are going through. I would bring your son back in a flash if I could...to hug you and ring you up. Yes the graves' mouth opening is apropos! The Internet for all its good has deleterious effects.I have written about this before and will again. Right, it will get read by special angels here. But most really think posts, texts are real life. Living on FB, Twitter, INSTAGRAM...ETC. I am well,Ann but quite heartsick.thank you for your wishes! Your fellow Piscean, Panagiota