I have often thought about that as we've lived in many homes and I came to the conclusion that people are more important than carpet. I would much rather have a home full of people that I love than off-put acquaintances afraid to step anywhere. I feel the same about Blogs/Facebook/Twitter now. If your religion or politics or even little interests are different than mine I still want you in my world. That is all that matters. I can sweep up the "spills" later. I'm just grateful to have the friends and relationships I've had and I hope we can enrich each other's lives.
Love this!
ReplyDeleteAmen, Amen, Amen!
ReplyDeleteIt's really neat to join a blog and be welcomed so warmly. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI agree completely. Shoes are always allowed in my home as well as different opinions and viewpoints. But there must be mutual respect. I won't tolerate the mocking, self-righteous, hateful tenor that has come to dominate so much of these discussions (esp. online). Just like I wouldn't tolerate someone walking through my house with manure on their shoes.
ReplyDelete:) Though what you are saying is true, it is also a culture thing for others, in reality you really don't know where everyone's shoes been so it carries a lot of dirt and bacteria. My home is a no shoes zone so I am sorry that the idea offends others to us it's a matter of respect but it doesn't affect the beautiful memories we create in our homes. I honestly don't think it offends others unless you take it personally.
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