Celebrate Friendships!

This past Thursday 4/28/16 was the celebration of my new book, “The Friendship Book – Because You Matter to Me.” I want to thank all of you who were able to join me. I took that opportunity to celebrate my birthday and, most importantly, to celebrate friendships!

It is difficult to stay in touch with all our friends and the people we love but it is so important to do so. When we use the current social media to stay connected in an efficient way, meaning, we don’t have post everything we do or read everything posted by others. Instead, let’s use these vehicles to send little notes when we’re thinking about our special friends.

When you feel the nudge to pray for a friend or family member, pray for them and send them a little note letting them know you just prayed. Sometimes, just knowing that someone cares enough to not only pray but to send the quick message goes a long way. Your friends need to know you care and that they matter to you—thus the title of my book.

I want to encourage you to use social media wisely and use it to encourage others, stay connected, and to share your life. But don’t let it consume your time by either posting unnecessary “events” or by reading everything that others post either. Using time management skills with Facebook, Instagram, or even LinkedIn is crucial so you can take advantage of the medium but not waste your valuable time.

I leave you with one thing to do today: Contact one friend you haven’t talked to for a while and tell him or her how much you still care about him or her. They will love receiving your note and this little act could lead to reconnecting with a loved friend.

Enjoy friendships!