I'm still here

I haven't written for about two weeks - not a pattern I want to get into.

I found myself to be getting distracted and forgetful about things. For instance, just this past week, I forgot about 3 papers till either hours before they were due or the night before. I used to be very good at never writing any dates down and remembering every assignment and test date, but with having my mind in two places - school and parish - I am finding I have to get my act together.

My internet usage has been gradually changing. I have noticed that I am less drawn to Facebook lately and more committed to writing and following blogs and communicating on Twitter. I find these two portals to be appealing and quite fun. I don't know if I am losing interest with Facebook or if it just spreads me too thin - it is something I will have to see as time goes on.

I think it is important for everyone who has access to multimedia and social networking tools to communicate the message of God's love, beauty and truth in all its facets so that we all play a role in evangelizing the world and giving the millions of internet users access to resources, sites and thoughts on the faith that we profess and the God whom we love.

I am by no means an expert in any of these tools nor the most eloquent of internet orators, but I want to share what I can so that hopefully my little contribution to the vast resources made available to us on the internet can help one person or strike a chord in someone's heart. Only God knows the power and impact our lives and words have on others - it is our duty to serve and plant the seeds - let God worry about the harvest it produces.

I think Blessed Pope John XXIII puts it clearly: "I’ve done the best I could in your service this day, Oh Lord. I’m going to bed. It’s your Church. Take care of it!"