Hey Dear Friends !
Hope and pray that facing these weird times wisely ,How strong we are reveals only tough times of our life .How smartly we take care of ourselves and others depend on our insight and patience meanwhile .
Being panic can show our weakness ,weakness to not having capacity for love and kindness we can share to other humans like us. And weakness to not have power for making Right decision at the moment.
While ago when i finished my laundry and took break from cooking , i came and sat on my resting place where my laptop is kept mostly.
I got up from laying down for few minutes and thought it would be better to visit one blogger friend meanwhile at least .I visited Betty of Woody Fairy . She warned about a painful and discouraging comment she received and asked all blogger friends to mark it as spam .I appreciate her care for blogging friends . Few days back i visited Joe of Cranky Old Man (both on side bar ) .I read word baby boomer .It was unfamiliar term so i googled about it ,due to lack of time i did not pondered much about it though after reading Betty's explanation i comprehend it completely .
I received same comment while ago but sent it to spam box . It is sad that people are as insensitive and heartless to spread such poisonous thoughts . It is hard to decide whether laugh or cry over the lack of their insight . Do they think they will always remain young and healthy ? Or they have stamp from God who will spare them from all humanly sufferings ?
Because no person with normal healthy mind can think or say as Low .
Why we forget that when we disrespect others we show how honor less we are because we can give away only what we have simply. Being judge for others show only meanness and triviality we possess inside us because no mindful man can ever think to judge other over their date of birth ,what a shame. Only our Creator who has created us and blessed us with countless blessings has right to judge us.
We live in eastern country and here still elderly people are blessing of the God! I am not saying that everyone is saint here but it is still part of our culture to make elderly people sit on the leading chair of the dinner table or house. I know times are changing quickly.Since people have learnt about their rights as individuals they want separate space and respect for their privacy .But it is also true that still more families prefer to live in joint system as they know the importance of grand parents . How important it is for their children to learn from their grand parents what their parents cannot teach due to lack of time and burden of daily responsibilities . So many sons and daughters stay with their parents forever as they care for what their parents did for them when they were dependent.
But even if we consider that there is no such thing still i have faith that young generation here has certain respect for older people whether they are in blood relationship or stranger . It is in their genes until now. It is almost impossible to treat elderly people with such disgrace and leave them with such hurtful words. This is inhuman thing to do.
Despite of all self isolation it is hard to keep distance sometimes. Two days back one lady died in our neighborhood .She was nice person and always much caring for people around . Hubby and i had to attend her funeral .It was time to show compassion and sharing pain of young lovely daughters she left behind. Her husband had died long ago when we were new in colony .My heart ached for both sisters who were crying badly while saying goodbye.Here people keep visiting house where death happened for forty days ,it is part of culture ,people gather and recite verses from holy book to calm soul that just left mortal world behind and looked for God's mercy in new world she entered .When our eldest son knew got angry because he thinks it is must to keep distance and stay safe no matter what .we don't know what to do ,it is completely weird !
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my new washing machine is made of plastic completely unlike older one which was of steel
fragrance of red roses is embracing senses everyday now days ,this is soul refreshing to smell them ,most favorite flower to me
It is cloudy since two days ,it was little pouring either last night but not more than that, cloudy weather can delay extreme summer ahead for short while hopefully ,temp arrived to 35 already.
Stay safe and blessed with strength that provides Faith planted deep inside your soul my friends! Hope is pure product of Faith so never leave the hope!
Blessings!
I have been getting that horrible boomer comment every day but I just delete never read it. Wonder if the plastic washing machines will last long. Steel sounds stronger.
ReplyDeleteIsn't it amazing that such plastick machines are doing far better than steel one dear Christine
DeleteWe had to replace washing wheeler of our previous machine few times during 11 15byears of use it would get rusty and craked ,it would cost almist 2000 each time
I had doubts about plastic machine but they are getting popular here quickly for long lasting
I think we need to suspend for now traditions that involve gathering together. Sad, but temporary.
ReplyDeleteAs too that commenter, we give him too much power even acknowledging his existence, from now on simply delete and move on. I'm pretty sure it is generated by some kind of "BOT" whatever the heck that is. These people are small, and probably have been picked on for their failings in life and this is how they lash out.
Stay safe, you, your husband, your handsome sons and all the people from that beautiful country you have opened up to us with your posts.
Your son is right, unfortunately. Meeting in groups is dangerous these days, no matter what the reason.
ReplyDeleteHi Baili :) Your roses are so pretty and congrats on the new washing machine! I'm so sorry about your friend's death. I think your son's anger is based on fear that you may get sick! I personally am not really going out around people, but that's always how I live anyway because I never want to get sick, even if it's just a cold, I don't like being around large crowds at any time! There are so many idiots in the world who have nothing better to do then to come up with spam messages and figure out how to send them out generally. I don't pay any mind to such comments and never take them seriously!!
ReplyDeleteI have also had that comment on my page. I deleted it and it was never posted. I think it has been twice. It is anonymous with no links, so I can not imagine why someone would do it. It is obvious spam or maybe just an angry person posting it everywhere. Maybe it is a bot. Usually, when someone posts something like that they are just trying to get attention.
ReplyDelete"... and here still elderly people are blessing of the God!"
This is SO good, Baili. Heart-filling, soul-lifting good. God bless you and your nation.
Praying Baili.
ReplyDeleteLovely post, as usual.
ReplyDeleteCruel people will always be around (I have no understanding of their motive) but, thankfully, there are more good people and those are the ones we should surround our life with, including on Blogger.
Your son is correct. These are desperate times, and that which we have always done, have to be put aside for the greater good.
Take care of yourself, Baili and stay safe.
What I've read about comments like those is that they are automated comments (bots) meant to create or worsen tensions in countries which are seen as rivals to the countries putting them out. They are easy to delete. But I can see why they upset a lot of folks, even more so in countries like yours who have a deep respect for their elderly.
ReplyDeleteI hope you stay safe, my friend.
Baili, I am in agreement with those who said the best thing is to just delete a spam comment. In my opinion it is obviously from someone ignorant who has no real purpose other than to annoy or degrade others. I understand completely about you and your husband going to the funeral to homor your friend and comfort her family. I also understand your son's concern. If I were in the same situation, I too would have attended the services.
ReplyDeleteI received that comment, as well. I published it for a bit on my Monday post to see if anyone else had received it, and then I deleted it. Apparently it's circulating everywhere. Your son is right about keeping a distance. This virus spreads very quickly. Be well and stay safe!
ReplyDeleteThe spam about baby boomers is filling my inbox too these days. Such awful people with nothing better to do!
ReplyDeleteTake care dear Baili.
I get the hate filled message. I'm not a baby boomer so I wonder why he's trying to give me the message.
ReplyDeleteThese are weird times.
ReplyDeleteHere in America extended families living under the same roof are less common but they still exist.
People mostly also respect the elder folks, but there are some mean people who do not.
Nice washing machine! Stay safe and healthy!
We are going to pass this difficult time baili.
ReplyDeleteAnd hopefully we come out of it better persons then we were before.
Didn't get that comment on my page as far as I know.
ReplyDeleteYour new washing machine looks awesome, enjoy using it and may it last a long time.
Only 10 people can go to a funeral here, well that is from the other day till it's announced less people and to keep the distance apart. We are supposed to only go out to the necessaries, which my husband and I do..
Take care, be safe.
Fortunately, I haven't received that horrible comment on my blog yet either.
ReplyDeleteI can't even begin to understand how cruel some people can be. What kind of warped pleasure do they find in this kind of behaviour??
I find it really, really sad 😢
We are only allowed very few people to attend funerals, and weddings and christenings are postponed indefinitely.
I also received a text message this morning from the hospital, informing me that my appointment with the consultant will now be conducted over the phone!
Strange times indeed!
As you so rightly say, now is the time more than ever to pull together and take care of each other, no matter how close or distant we are from each other.
We are one race, one family, one world...🙏🙏👨👩👧
Your new washing machine looks fabulous!
And I love those beautiful flowers...enjoy them, my beautiful friend!😊😊
Stay safe, dear Baili...
All my love and hugs ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Respecting elders is a boon and people who respect that are blessed.
ReplyDeleteI still could not figure out if your washing machine is semi automatic or fully automatic. Our first one was a semi and I regret buying that.
Oh Baili, your red roses are so pretty. This blooms give a sweet scent in my gloomy day. I know, mourning in whole countries. How many people dead in each day just because of a cause, a deathly virus. Over than 8000 people death in one month in Italy, and how busy their army in handling dead human bodies. And their families could not visit, see and hug them, their love ones.
ReplyDeleteHere, lately over 100 people get kill by this virus per day.
It is heartbreaking
Stay well!
Hi - ...read your interesting post. All i know about us baby boomers is that my 13 year old grandson says all the young people just call our generation "boomers" and it is not a nice term they are using in their minds - kind of a put down. I had no idea about your custom of visiting the house of a deceased person ...that sounds really respectful and nice. I can see why your son would be upset but I also think Love and Respect has it's own path through this "contagion".
ReplyDeleteHello Dear Baili, its always such a nice feeling to visit you and to read how you view life and people.
ReplyDeleteYes, I too received an upsetting spam. All I could conclude was that the spam writer is one that carries hurt with them and feels the need to hurt others, or is just a soul who was born without empathy. Thank goodness there is the Spam option!
I can understand your distress as you describe attending a funeral and your Son's thoughts about it. Especially when traditions are so deep. These times create awkward and conflicting emotions.
We couldn't hold a memorial gathering for my Mum recently (her preference, rather than a funeral). I think, though that Mum would have approved with what we've done (gathered together online by way of a Group and share memories of her that way)... she was a pragmatic (one who dealt with things sensibly and realistically) lady.
Your garden blooms are gorgeous and uplifting and how nice to have a new washing machine... yes, the days of plastic are with us well and truly.
Take care and thank you for your wise insights Baili xx💕,
It's good if now all of us around the world avoid coming in a crowd. This deadly virus is very scary and easy to spread.
ReplyDeleteYour washing machine model is good 🙂
Hello, Dear Baili, I am sorry that you had the ignorant comment. These difficult days bring out the very best and the very worst in people. I have heard the term, 'Boomer Remover' - it is making the rounds on social media - so sad. I guess these people were born from immaculate conception and have no parents or grandparents. Or maybe they are aliens - haha! We call them Trolls - they are always trolling people with their hate. I just pray for all the sweet and kind people - that they are protected by divine grace. I pray for the mean ones, too, because I think they will have bad Karma, for sure. Your roses are beautiful and your courtyard looks like such a lovely place to relax in the sweet spring air. I am so sorry about your elderly neighbor. Some ignorant young people don't understand the love, wisdom and knowledge that dies along with them. Old age is a privilege denied to many. Sending you hugs and blessings to you and your loved ones. xo Karen
ReplyDeleteI think your new washing machine looks brilliant, enjoy using it.
ReplyDeleteThe flowers look so beautiful too, lovely colour.
Do please take care of yourself, Baili and stay safe.
All the best Jan