Today I got a message in a bottle. Literally - it was really cool - I opened up my mailbox and there was a plastic bottle with my name on it and a message inside.
The message itself was wonderful. It is nice to know that people care about you - and it is also nice to hear that!
I was just thinking about why it feels so good to know that someone has noticed something that you've done. Of course, you shouldn't be running around performing deeds just so someone will recognise that and praise you, but there is a sense of joy that is gleaned from someone remarking that they appreciate your work.
I think that this feeling comes from the human desire for love and acceptance. It seems to me that everyone is looking for love, in all of its forms. And to know that someone cares about you - well, that warms me heart's cockles.
Thanks so much!
love,
~liz
Posted by lizington at October 12, 2004 07:58 PM