The Value of the Blog...
Over this last weekend, a great deal has happened. Whether it be my commentary on another episode of an endearing television show that takes up my time, the detail of my recent most-recent DVD acquisition, or the death of a croc hunter, I don't think I really realized the value of a blog or this website in general. Let me explain.
I have always known that I am "just another guy" but I have also always known that we all have inate talents that provide us with the opportunity at being something other than "just another guy. I continue to make those efforts each chance I get, as do other people on our planet, and we hope for the best.
The death of Steve Irwin has struck me harder than I had thought it might. My friend Robert and I had always joked about how insane, and crazy the man was - complete and utter apparent fearlessness when around the crocs, snakes, lizards - gosh, we won't have enough space here to showcase all the types of life he'd showcased in his many years. We also had said that eventually his time would come - nothing cruel or mean, but man - everyone know's it's a shake of the dice when you're working with wild animals - that's why they're called "wild". Sadly, while in the water with Stingrays, in what some are calling a sheer freak accident, Steve Irwin was pierced in the heart and died this last weekend.
Boy - and it's not a surprising thing, it's a "wow, I never thought it would be this soon" thing. The outpouring in general of sympathy and support for Steve and his legacy is simply amazing. Until recently it was mostly something I'd seen on the Web, but when I tuned into Larry King Live that featured people from throughout Steve's life, I didn't really get it. First up was a gentleman named John Stainton - who was Steve's manager and longtime friend who was on the boat that Steve was diving from. The feelings toiling inside this man are as though they are outside his skin. His bone-crushing sadness is so incredibly endearing and eye-opening that I wish everyone could hear just a few minutes of his account of what happened. It is so touching, and something that will etch itself in one's memory. It's not that Steve Irwin was a hero, a master adventurer, or even a "crazy Aussie that had his number coming up" - it's that he was an incredible father, husband and the greatest ambassador from Australia that leaves a legacy, the likes of which will not be matched for some time.
Additionally, they had a segment that immediately made me call Brian - that nearly drove me to tears. Bindi, Steve's 8 year-old daughter, was showcased in a variety of segment bits from previous shows and folks - it is such an incredible piece of luck that she had the time and literal adventures she did with Steve while he was alive and there in front of her.
In fact, she as well as his 2.5 year-old Bob have the benefit of YEARS of video that serve as a library, a testimate to a man that really did make a difference with the opportunities and talents provided, and I hope that I am able to leave at least as great a legacy, and system of remembrance, the way that Steve Irwin did for those that I eventually leave behind.
Hence, the value of this website, this blog, this LIFE.
What are your thoughts about the legacy you intend or want to leave for your family or society? Have you ever thought about it?
Let's hear what you're thinking about all of this in the LunchTimeGab Forums.
I have always known that I am "just another guy" but I have also always known that we all have inate talents that provide us with the opportunity at being something other than "just another guy. I continue to make those efforts each chance I get, as do other people on our planet, and we hope for the best.
The death of Steve Irwin has struck me harder than I had thought it might. My friend Robert and I had always joked about how insane, and crazy the man was - complete and utter apparent fearlessness when around the crocs, snakes, lizards - gosh, we won't have enough space here to showcase all the types of life he'd showcased in his many years. We also had said that eventually his time would come - nothing cruel or mean, but man - everyone know's it's a shake of the dice when you're working with wild animals - that's why they're called "wild". Sadly, while in the water with Stingrays, in what some are calling a sheer freak accident, Steve Irwin was pierced in the heart and died this last weekend.
Boy - and it's not a surprising thing, it's a "wow, I never thought it would be this soon" thing. The outpouring in general of sympathy and support for Steve and his legacy is simply amazing. Until recently it was mostly something I'd seen on the Web, but when I tuned into Larry King Live that featured people from throughout Steve's life, I didn't really get it. First up was a gentleman named John Stainton - who was Steve's manager and longtime friend who was on the boat that Steve was diving from. The feelings toiling inside this man are as though they are outside his skin. His bone-crushing sadness is so incredibly endearing and eye-opening that I wish everyone could hear just a few minutes of his account of what happened. It is so touching, and something that will etch itself in one's memory. It's not that Steve Irwin was a hero, a master adventurer, or even a "crazy Aussie that had his number coming up" - it's that he was an incredible father, husband and the greatest ambassador from Australia that leaves a legacy, the likes of which will not be matched for some time.
Additionally, they had a segment that immediately made me call Brian - that nearly drove me to tears. Bindi, Steve's 8 year-old daughter, was showcased in a variety of segment bits from previous shows and folks - it is such an incredible piece of luck that she had the time and literal adventures she did with Steve while he was alive and there in front of her.
In fact, she as well as his 2.5 year-old Bob have the benefit of YEARS of video that serve as a library, a testimate to a man that really did make a difference with the opportunities and talents provided, and I hope that I am able to leave at least as great a legacy, and system of remembrance, the way that Steve Irwin did for those that I eventually leave behind.
Hence, the value of this website, this blog, this LIFE.
What are your thoughts about the legacy you intend or want to leave for your family or society? Have you ever thought about it?
Let's hear what you're thinking about all of this in the LunchTimeGab Forums.
posted by Mike Wilkerson - 2GuysTalking at 9:14 PM
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