Thanks for sharing the lesson, Mike, written in an engaging style. It's a lesson I've had to learn (and re-learn) only in less dramatic fashion (thankfully) than the one you've gone through. Co-ordinate! Communicate with your source! No matter how much we feel it is "all about me and my ideas/activity", we still need to refer back to that entity (be it an individual or group) that is at the hub. Look at the human cell: there is constant referral of each cell component back to the DNA (through the agency of messenger RNA, if my memory of high school biology is correct.)
What a wonderful end to the story! You're allowed to gloat a little. Yes, you made a "legal" mistake, but you did stand up for what you felt (and still feel) was right. Unfortunately, many organizations work the way fraternities and sororities do, demanding dues and giving little back. The last one I was privy to was the "Red Hats." It took some time, but our group decided we really could meet, travel, party, and wear red hats without giving money to a national organization. Other organizations I belong to are worthwhile and do give back to the community in many ways. I've never begrudged those dues which are FAR less than $300 per person. That's insane for a college student, most of whom put themselves through school at a near poverty level! Great story, Mike!
Thanks for sharing the lesson, Mike, written in an engaging style. It's a lesson I've had to learn (and re-learn) only in less dramatic fashion (thankfully) than the one you've gone through. Co-ordinate! Communicate with your source! No matter how much we feel it is "all about me and my ideas/activity", we still need to refer back to that entity (be it an individual or group) that is at the hub. Look at the human cell: there is constant referral of each cell component back to the DNA (through the agency of messenger RNA, if my memory of high school biology is correct.)
well said and very wise! I am glad I learned the lesson early in life! :)
What a wonderful end to the story! You're allowed to gloat a little. Yes, you made a "legal" mistake, but you did stand up for what you felt (and still feel) was right. Unfortunately, many organizations work the way fraternities and sororities do, demanding dues and giving little back. The last one I was privy to was the "Red Hats." It took some time, but our group decided we really could meet, travel, party, and wear red hats without giving money to a national organization. Other organizations I belong to are worthwhile and do give back to the community in many ways. I've never begrudged those dues which are FAR less than $300 per person. That's insane for a college student, most of whom put themselves through school at a near poverty level! Great story, Mike!
thanks!!!!!!
Great morals and interesting life experiences make a great man of a young student. Love you bro!
u too! i hope you liked your appearances in #1 & #3!
Yes sir! I’m glad I gave good advice/support.
Great ending to a stressful experience - like a punch line!
Commented in the first part, but want to reiterate here - great story telling!!