tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post3507126723550529827..comments2024-03-29T00:11:30.648+00:00Comments on Positive Letters ... inspirational stories ...: Mothering Sunday and removing the ‘social media noise’ from your life …Hilary Melton-Butcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17596532480645510678noreply@blogger.comBlogger45125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-55115867651398673692020-03-27T11:02:15.631+00:002020-03-27T11:02:15.631+00:00Thanks Elsie ... just way too much social noise is...Thanks Elsie ... just way too much social noise isn't there - from people who are just opinionated, with no proper knowledge - good for you - that you just are doing the basics. We need to know - from the news source we trust that is telling us truths ... you too stay safe and well - take care - HilaryHilary Melton-Butcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17596532480645510678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-4049741266493374282020-03-26T13:10:09.075+00:002020-03-26T13:10:09.075+00:00Such great words of wisdom, Hilary. When this firs...Such great words of wisdom, Hilary. When this first started, I was all over social media trying to get as much knowledge as I could but I found I was also stressing out over everything. I finally decided to unplug. I watch my normal amount of news again, then turn it off. I don't read every newsflash that comes across my phone. It was information overload. Stay safe and be well.<br /><br /><a href="https://elsieamata.com/" rel="nofollow">Elsie </a>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-3517182320475648012020-03-26T09:17:53.595+00:002020-03-26T09:17:53.595+00:00@ Susan – lovely to see you here … and yes Eastbou...@ Susan – lovely to see you here … and yes Eastbourne is set in a beautiful area of Sussex, though your previous area in Dorset – the Purbecks are stunning too. But I’m quite certain Toulouse is a magical area – but also know what you feel about the Basque coast … even after decades, and one visit, I remember that area.<br /><br />I probably will be in the A-Z … but won’t join in officially … but thanks for the reminding me about Leonard Cohen – special music.<br /><br />@ Anabel – all well here and I avoid social media – only clicking on when a few friends post … I use the Beeb and Channel 4 … <br /><br />@ Sandra – flowers always cheered my mother up – so we always had them in her room … and yes they do instil peace and give us beauty when we were in her room … <br /><br />@ Sherry – it’s interesting being a part of this period of history … but for you – glad you and your family have pulled through. It seems to be like my starting sentence of this post ‘Life altered suddenly …’ - this corona-virus flu appears to be much worse than many of us are experiencing … <br /><br />@ Suzanne – thanks … yes all well here – that’s good that you’re able to help out at school in a keyworker role … essential in these days. So much has changed and will continue to change afterwards … <br /><br />@ Susan – yes … the shelves are being stripped bare … and now the authorities/sites are chasing profiteers. It’s a sad indictment on those that have been over buying. I’m glad you’re doing what you both seem to do best – do what you can and not being anxious. <br /><br />I follow the news … and as there more time … I’m listening to the radio more than I used to. I too hate the obvious lies we hear – that’s when common sense comes into play … way too much unnecessary opinion by people who are not in any position to publicise their thoughts … I ignore those.<br /><br />@ Lynda – yes … social media can cause unnecessary anxiety … unless we ignore it … <br /><br />Thanks for being here … I’m going to try and not comment on what’s going on – just being as sensible, helpful and positive as I can … I’m in the over 70s (just!) group … so am unable to help much. All the best - Hilary<br />Hilary Melton-Butcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17596532480645510678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-34720424319185048632020-03-25T22:33:44.989+00:002020-03-25T22:33:44.989+00:00I totally agree with staying clear of the social m...I totally agree with staying clear of the social media noise. It just causes anxiety.Lynda R Young as Elle Cardyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09975442291393246148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-84991064651148780732020-03-25T20:42:13.391+00:002020-03-25T20:42:13.391+00:00I ventured to the grocery store early this morning...I ventured to the grocery store early this morning to take advantage of a one-hour time slot set aside for the elderly, and wow! It was astounding to see so many empty shelve. Eerie, even. But we will all keep on keeping and doing what we have to do and not worrying about the things we can't be doing for a while. I'm a news junkie, so it's hard not to resist keeping track of all the COVID-19 news. Funny thing, though... here, unfortunately, it's the governmental leaders who instill the most unease and angst. Lying to us does NOT improve a darned thing. (sigh)<br /><br />Hang in there, sweet lady. Hunker down, and take care.Susan Flett Swiderskihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09425315552148200073noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-66130142161327582092020-03-25T20:29:49.605+00:002020-03-25T20:29:49.605+00:00Hi Hilary, so good you are keeping positive in the...Hi Hilary, so good you are keeping positive in these difficult times. I am a keyworker in school so still having to go out some days, but so far keeping well. So much has changed but hopefully we will all get through these times. Best wishes to you. <br />SuzanneSuzanne Furnesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00908200156114453054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-19201132144837073382020-03-25T19:37:22.934+00:002020-03-25T19:37:22.934+00:00The media sure has everyone in a frenzy! I have th...The media sure has everyone in a frenzy! I have the covid-19 virus. It's really no big deal. My ex had it. And my son had it. Both have recovered. And I don't feel too bad at all. The flu is much worse than this!Sherry Ellishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07844837212122243321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-52736899605153105532020-03-25T16:25:09.322+00:002020-03-25T16:25:09.322+00:00Flowers are a wonderful way of instilling peace, a...Flowers are a wonderful way of instilling peace, aren't they?Sandra Coxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03814573408898140885noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-32633990230591020922020-03-24T23:00:21.683+00:002020-03-24T23:00:21.683+00:00Definitely good advice to stay positive and avoid ...Definitely good advice to stay positive and avoid the rolling cycle of news and doom! Hope you are keeping well, Hilary.Anabel Marshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15643196773717977697noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-50666468178676405022020-03-24T16:19:22.076+00:002020-03-24T16:19:22.076+00:00Thank you Hilary for this beautiful and hopeful po...Thank you Hilary for this beautiful and hopeful post. Love your flowers. Didn’t realise that you lived in Eastbourne, very much enjoyed walking along the promenade and cliffs in 2008. I’m originally from Poole in Dorset and like to hike up the Purbdcks when I’m there too.<br />Now in France we have the Pyrenees not far, but I prefer the cliffs on the Basque coast, the sea setting is irreplaceable.<br />Are you participating in the A to Z ? See you soon, have an inspired week and take it slow as Leonard Cohen used to say.Susan B.Rouchardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08801283790969288263noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-80943395490702058022020-03-24T14:58:47.192+00:002020-03-24T14:58:47.192+00:00@ Diane – I’m not sure we did ... but perhaps beca...@ Diane – I’m not sure we did ... but perhaps because I was away at school … but it was Mothering Sunday in the UK (with its Christian values) – the more commercial Mother’s Day and Father’s Day got introduced … via the States I think.<br /><br />We’d remembered Mother’s Day as we grew older when family gatherings were the norm … as none of us had children in the early days … and only a couple much later on – but not in my family, we still would get together …<br /><br />@ Dan – thanks … yes all well here – I’ll be glad to get slightly caught up … lots of things happening … <br /><br />@ Jacqui – I really do dislike social media – I look once a day max … and I won’t look at posts on FB … but love the blogging fraternity and am delighted to join in and be a part of it.<br /><br />@ Inger – that’s great … that you’re happy with the dogs and your neighbours. I too enjoy my own company.<br /><br />I can’t deal with or want to talk about the negative aspects … I’m just happy to do what I need to do – and once I’ve got myself into gear then I’ll be in touch with others in this vicinity and give them some conversation.<br /><br />@ Jo-Anne – I’m happy self-isolating and am really going to enjoy reading plenty of books: I won’t look at social media – we need qualified experts who don’t opine, but who give considered thoughts … they are there, but not always on show … <br /><br />@ Val – thanks for checking in; I can understand you and your social media contacts – I’ve sort of not got into communicating that way … and not having kids, I haven’t needed that connection … friends and family do it their/my way … somehow and as and when.<br /><br />Thankfully I don’t suffer from anxiety or worry … so I’m happy in my own little bubble – but I love being in touch – and will no doubt be having lots of phone calls … even if via an app.<br /><br />Yes – I’m sure there will be silver linings … but we’ve a lot to overcome (over and above the virus itself and those ramifications) then life will be different … I’ll be interested to see what’s going to happen … <br /><br />@ Karen – you’ve loads of contacts and can quite understand your way of doing things … I never got there – and for now – when I could do with a little time to catch up – then I’ll be happy to spread my wings a little. I’ll be over to say hi shortly … <br /><br />@ ACIL – thank you … yes peace to us all ...<br /><br />@ Erica – thank you … I really don’t like the social media hype … it’ll be difficult to get past it. However – I do totally see your positive take on it with the children and grandchildren – and if I had them … then I’d be there too.<br /><br />Thank you for picking up the phrase “… bring care, thought and love into your homes and hearts” that I used in my 2012 post. So glad you enjoyed the read through … <br /><br />@ Ian – I always stay away from social media if I can … so glad I have that advantage – no barrage of bumph news – though understand the pleasure it can bring families … <br /><br />@ John – you’re right – we really do need to work out what suits us … sometimes I sort of half listen and that’s about it – makes sense you’ve decided stay off it … <br /><br />@ Rhonda – so essential to stay positive – thankfully I seem to have that ability. I would hope we can help ourselves in our various countries … by being sensible … and we can all cope if we put our minds to it, without jeopardising others … <br /><br />@ Rosey – yes it all happened very quickly … and is still doing so. There’s not much happening here … and looks like in the main we’re being wise and aware of how we can help – a few stragglers: always the way though.<br /><br />Thanks so much to you all for visiting and taking the time to comment – take care and with best wishes - Hilary<br />Hilary Melton-Butcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17596532480645510678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-12070796049021870032020-03-24T02:47:41.317+00:002020-03-24T02:47:41.317+00:00Things certainly did change in the blink of an eye...Things certainly did change in the blink of an eye. We are social distancing here too, and I wish more people would do it. I had to run to my job today to pick up equipment I need to run my classroom, and there were SO many people out. They couldn't have all been out for necessity. :/mail4roseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17850985344834209198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-9682529842348391882020-03-24T01:30:58.854+00:002020-03-24T01:30:58.854+00:00Yes, I think that it's important to stay posit...Yes, I think that it's important to stay positive now. The self-isolation is coming to New Zealand tomorrow at midnight. We still can talk to our neighbors and friends with proper distancing. Only the necessary facilities will be open but that list is a TBD in progress now. Stay safe Hilary.Rhonda Albomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17455873487349816911noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-1439465895318144672020-03-24T01:21:06.920+00:002020-03-24T01:21:06.920+00:00I find that not paying attention to the talking he...I find that not paying attention to the talking heads on TV makes all the difference for me. I'm convinced they have no idea what they're talking about but think they do...John Holtonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00545030511941957804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-76935422996017496732020-03-24T00:40:52.609+00:002020-03-24T00:40:52.609+00:00Staying away from social media is probably a good ...Staying away from social media is probably a good idea, especially with all the disinformation out there! Hope you are staying safe.Botanisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12098709722475364465noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-84708298961024068212020-03-23T23:25:51.529+00:002020-03-23T23:25:51.529+00:00I love your phrase, Hilary, ‘social media noise.’ ...I love your phrase, Hilary, ‘social media noise.’ Social media may have it’s place in short doses and especially when I see photos of the children. For the most part it is nonessential ‘noise.’ I did not know you Hilary, 8 years ago, so this post is new to me. I appreciate Positive input today and always. I especially like “...bring care, thought and love into your homes and hearts.” It was and is a beautiful post, Hilary. Stay well.Erica/Erikahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05542330143072789332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-18950743446619228902020-03-23T23:08:58.652+00:002020-03-23T23:08:58.652+00:00Piece to you, too. :-)
Greetings from London.Piece to you, too. :-)<br /><br />Greetings from London.A Cuban In Londonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16423293358605007539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-23078262520746120632020-03-23T22:06:48.512+00:002020-03-23T22:06:48.512+00:00Removing the social media noise is definitely some...Removing the social media noise is definitely something I'm working on. But I do go on Facebook and Twitter a lot more for newsworthy events like right now. I like to see the trends of what's happening in the world.Karen Jones Gowenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11378428503220197256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-38268158506925539932020-03-23T22:01:44.039+00:002020-03-23T22:01:44.039+00:00Hi Hilary, good to hear your are doing well in the...Hi Hilary, good to hear your are doing well in the face of these difficult times. I must admit I'm grateful for my social media contacts a otherwise I think I'd feel pretty isolated here. What I don't do is follow the news other than government directives, because that's what makes me anxious. Look after yourself, Hilary, and I hope we can all get through this with some kind of silver lining.Vallypeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08309284606572565277noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-18044393009051977712020-03-23T21:55:46.341+00:002020-03-23T21:55:46.341+00:00Hi, Hilary - This is a great reminder to slow down...Hi, Hilary - This is a great reminder to slow down, move more thoughtfully, reduce tv and social media and stay positive. Sending warm, germ-free hugs, your way!<br />retirementreflectionshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03256842249783275416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-11593133349444116732020-03-23T21:41:42.507+00:002020-03-23T21:41:42.507+00:00Self isolation is all the rage like it or not........Self isolation is all the rage like it or not............just saying<br />Social media has its place but it isn't 100% accurateJo-Anne's Ramblingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11418152399382818709noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-88402512292787211552020-03-23T17:03:25.920+00:002020-03-23T17:03:25.920+00:00I love to be alone, so this has not yet affected m...I love to be alone, so this has not yet affected me personally. But it is scary to see our country headed for disaster with terrible leadership, people who go about as if nothing is going on, which of course will lead to more infections. I really don't like IGNORANCE and I see far too much of it where I live. But, then there's kindness and care here too, people make sure I'm OK, and offer to help. Fortunately I don't use social media, so I don't get exposed to any of that stuff. Just people I see on TV - from the top in government to the self-centered kids on the beaches to fist fights over toilet paper. Ingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02924736131382149056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-81354585258856421022020-03-23T16:18:22.039+00:002020-03-23T16:18:22.039+00:00You are so right--about avoiding social media. Eve...You are so right--about avoiding social media. Even the stuff I used to read, enjoy, I now look at with a squint through one eye and usually move on. I do enjoy the posts of writing friends about how they're spending their isolation time.Computer Tutorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00938856237984732342noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-20266118019834760232020-03-23T13:07:06.834+00:002020-03-23T13:07:06.834+00:00I am glad to hear that you can stay positive. That...I am glad to hear that you can stay positive. That's very important, Hilary. <br /><br />Take care.Danhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756142122700513993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-31836563632318474282020-03-23T12:25:37.844+00:002020-03-23T12:25:37.844+00:00It is odd we never celebrated Mother's Day or ...It is odd we never celebrated Mother's Day or Father's Day in Rhodesia, my parents simply said it was commercial, the people were simply out to make money out of it. Having no children of my own, Mother's Day has just not existed for me.<br /><br />Stay safe and keep well DianeRhodesiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00159888599601532530noreply@blogger.com