This is a tall order. I don't imagine to expect people to pull anything like this off, at least on the level we'd all like to see! And yet, well, read on if you please...
The closing of Glitch brings to bear a theme that's been big in my life. Heck, even before Glitch was closing, I've been thinking about this: How to make the real world more like the best parts of my imagination.
We've been spending a lot of time and energy listing all the things that makes Glitch great, which is an absolutely wonderful thing to do!
How about if some of us also start listing the things that we already do in real life that mimic or reflect this greatness? This could be anything from making things cute to supporting each other in a time of need.
Also, this is a time to unabashedly brag about our humble efforts to be good people. Here's mine:
- When I have the time, I draw people postcards (upon request), and send them hand drawn original illustrations via snail mail for no charge. Sometimes, I surprise someone.
- I sew my own kilts and try to wear them whenever possible. (Wardrobe, anyone?)
- When one of my friends does something amazing, I share it on all my social networking sites.
- And just like on Glitch, I do attend parties occasionally, bringing a small plate of food and sitting in the corner and listening in on everyone else's conversations. And I usually have a drink an hour or two before I go. And the whole time, yes, I am thinking about my own projects.
- I still write poetry occasionally, and I have been known to leave it lying around for someone to pick up and puzzle over. Sometimes a janitor just picks it up and throws it in the trash, but that's no different.
It's not so much that I'm proud of these things, but that I'd love to read more ideas, and maybe prompt suggestions on how to make mine better! Thank you.