Un Mondo Piccolo
Walt and his pal Topolino were on to something when they sang about our Small World.
Imagine.
They had never even heard of the Internet…never sent an email…never read a blog.
What would they say now?
Several times a week I get an email from someone commenting on this blog.
And. I. Love. It.
As a wanna-be-famous-someday writer, I am thrilled people read my posts, and I am even more excited they like them. Most of these emails, well, actually ALL of these emails have come from people who don’t leave comments. Even better! I didn’t know you were here.
She found this blog when a co-worker mentioned it saying, “This girl is from Texas…I wonder if you know the city.” My new friend replied, “Texas is a big place…I doubt it!” What a surprise!
She is visiting next month and hoping to relocate here to the instep of the Bel Paese by early 2008. I wonder if Calabria is ready for four of us?
Cherri Johnson, the girl I shamelessly brag about marching with stumbled across my blog when her assistant was doing a Google search for “marching bands” or something similar. She is still an advocate for children’s rights and busy with her acting career.
8 responses to “Un Mondo Piccolo”
August 18th, 2007 at 7:02 pm
Writing emails has its place, especially when you want to share something with the blog host, but not the rest of the world. But I like reading other peoples comments. There is something very social about it.
August 18th, 2007 at 7:35 pm
That’s so cool Cherrye. By the looks of it, Americans may take over Catanzaro very soon! lol
August 18th, 2007 at 10:20 pm
Howy from East Texas..specifically Tyler. “East” was a bit vague for Texas standards. Anyways I came out lurkdom to say Hi and love the blog.
August 18th, 2007 at 10:46 pm
I always like reading your blog. I agree comments are so encouraging. I didn’t know you knew Cherri Johnson - I loved her in Family Matters.
I think it is so cool that an old friend would find you through the web and stumble on your site or better yet someone talking about your blog and that personal knowning you.
August 19th, 2007 at 7:23 pm
I, too, love the way the blogosphere makes the world smaller. The ability to connect with others around the world as easy as we do is just amazing. Yes, Walt would have loved it!
August 20th, 2007 at 11:08 am
J - you are right! But, I am greedy. I like getting them ALL! he he
G - One would hope Americans can organize a take-over by early 2008. Then, you’ll have to come down!
Hey Jean! Welcome to the commenters section!
I LOVE Tyler! It is such a beautiful city. Keep commenting, ok?
Nadine - Thanks, Nadine. I usually try to comment on other blogs, too. It is sad when you post something and no one cares enough to respond, huh? The internet really HAS brought so many of us together. In fact, Michelle (Bleeding Espresso) found me through a forum and then my blog!
PP - This great ability to connect (or re-connect) with others is how Peppe and I maintained our friendship, which turned into a long-distance relationship, which turned into, well…you know the rest!!
September 5th, 2007 at 3:52 pm
my wife is from lake jackson… my family was from altomonte calabria.. you might have a fifth in calabria soon.. hope so…
September 5th, 2007 at 4:02 pm
Wow, Darryl! I hope so, too. Will it be you and your wife? Your kiddos?? Do tell…
Whatcha thinking?