Who said that?

That was my first thought as I sat down Monday to talk about my documentary "Them That Work" with a nice television gentleman.

I said that?

He was quoting my blog back to me. Don't get me wrong, I love to have people run my lines back to me, but usually I'm expecting it. If someone quotes something from "The Nutz," I know where they've seen it. Here, I was in a "business" meeting expecting to spend ten minutes proving myself - who I am, where I've been, where I'm going - and he had done his research, knew who I was and had read my blog.

I have this feeling of dread come over me when some suddenly designates me as special; which is ironic due to the amount of time I spend trying to get other people's attention. It's like my neice screaming for everyone to watch her play on the swingset, only to blush the moment all eyes are upon her.

The experience also reminded me to make what I have to say worthwhile. It the end of the day, people can see your intentions, your hopes, or your desires. All that can be seen is what your actions leave behind and the impact of the words you throw to the wind. So, make them count.

They had better be good enough to hear coming back at you.

j.brown