In the last two days I have been completely shocked and have watched inredulously at the TV and online at the devastation that has occurred in Japan following the earthquake and tsunami. I couldn't believe the force and power of the sea and how easily houses just crumbled away and the debris that ended up in the mud including cars, ships and very sadly also people. The human cost will be discovered in the coming days however the effects will be felt and continue on for months and years. It is really very sad and I'm happy that my Japanese friends are all safe. So this morning I decided to donate some money and I gave to the Red Cross. I hope my little "bit" makes a difference in some way. It was really amazing though yesterday as I discovered so much of what was going on in Japan via Twitter. Whilst thousands of tweets were written by people expressing their own shock and grief, it was also incredible to learn what was happening first and quickly via Twitter from the likes of the BBC, AP, Reuters, The New York Times and WSJ. The information coming through from these news agencies, and publishers was up to the minute, and gave me a concise and complete view of the latest stories happening.
In the last couple of days I have really understood how amazing my friends are. Don't get me wrong, to me my family and friends are my number one priority, but I think that sometimes I truly realise how valuable each and every one is to me. If I want to rant, laugh, talk, dance, cry, or even just sit and say nothing they are there for me, and make me feel loved and offer me the support that to me is just invaluable. I am grateful to know so many lovely and caring people and these people and their actions are unforgettable.
On the other hand in the past couple of days I've realised that Mr L is just "not that into me" and I've accepted that is just the way it is. That's life! I have to be honest and say that I am disappointed though because I thought that he was genuinely interested in me however in the last week even though he suggested us going out for a drink and I told him yes, great idea, he actually didn't suggest a date for us to meet. So I have to think ok, well he was interested, and now for his own reasons has realised he isn't. His lack of action portrayed to me a lack of desire to get to know me better soooo next!!!
Time to go, I have to get ready for dinner with my lovely friends!
The damage and destruction from the earthquake and tsunami in Japan looks massive from the images I’ve seen on television and the Internet! I hope the United States and other countries make substantial contributions to the relief efforts there.
ReplyDeleteHi there...I have to say that still every day when viewing the latest stories about Japan, I am still in shock, and can't believe what is happening there right now...from nuclear reactors exploding to a man being discovered 15 km's out to sea floating on the roof of his house. Plus it does seem that many countries are getting involved and assisting with large numbers of search teams, navy, food, money etc. Also many huge Charity organisations are taking donations too. Do you think enough is being done? Thanks for your comment.
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