I participated in my first drive by this week.
My wife and I drove down a street and waved to a family we know.
After using so many different forms of communication recently, it was a welcome change.
In the past week alone:
I went to meetings on Zoom, Google Hangouts, and What’s App,
I spoke with friends over Skype and FaceTime
And left video texts for my nephew on Marco Polo.
I got messages on Facebook Messenger and Twitter,
And I posted photos and left likes and hearts on Instagram.
I learned the difference between Facebook Live and Facebook Premiere,
And chatted with people on both when I wasn’t on GroupMe.
I hosted a Life Group on Free Conference Call.
I did this when I wasn’t busy reading email, sending emojis, and liking texts.
Or, finally, talking voice to voice over my phone.
I’m pretty sure I’m not alone because I see more people outside than ever,
Taking walks, playing catch, enjoying the day and each other.
In this busy time of social distancing, take time for some real communication
Even if it is only a drive by wave.
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