Dear Friend,
Generally speaking, I’m a pretty shy guy. I prefer not to spout out my opinions to the world, at least in person. It is true, I think, that the Internet as a medium can help anyone to feel more at ease communicating their honest thoughts. It has certainly helped me, and I am the better for it.
The Internet can also be used to cause harm in relative anonymity. Perhaps our true character comes to the fore when we are free to act behind the secrecy of the avatar, without obvious immediate consequences to our actions. I keep that in mind whenever I interface with anyone online. I try to remember that’s a real person on the other end of that avatar.
I know that anytime I interact online it’s a real opportunity to discover something and someone new. That’s exciting! But those interactions are also opportunities to prove what an ass I am. I hope I don’t disappoint myself or you.
All the best, and in the States, have a terrific Memorial Day!
Hugh
