Why are so many things offending and annoying me today? Either everybody I come into contact with is depressed or angry, or I am viewing the world through depressed and angry glasses.
Most of the articles I have read on JU today appear angry or sad or depressed or "doomsdayish." I say "appear" because I am still not sure it was the articles themselves, but maybe my state of mind when I read them.
I feel persecuted too. Well, maybe persecuted is a bit strong. What makes people "different" or "individuals?" Doesn't the company one keeps define that person's majority? What if the company kept varies vastly? Is there a majority then? Is there a "normal?" Is there a "different?" In any given community, a type of ranking evolves. Do those of highest ranking define the mainstream? If so, am I different here or part of the mainstream?
I value people from all walks of life and all beliefs. How can I be sure of my own beliefs without exposure to others? How could I call myself a Christian, without exhibiting my belief in unconditional love? How can I judge others if I profess to love my neighbors? Do I have to continually defend myself and beliefs to people, or will they view me through my actions?
Should I apologize for being a Christian? A Republican? A pro-lifer? A mother? A woman? I will not.
I will however try to learn, understand and respect everyone I meet. I will express my opinions and profess my views. Never hatefully, condescendingly, or discriminately.
Is it my glasses or our community?