Braving the Internet World

Ever since he saw Neil Armstrong take that first step on the moon, David has been passionate about space exploration. He would love to further that effort. His love of science extends to chemistry and geology. He wants to educate the public about the chemical elements; how they were discovered, how they're obtained and how we use them. He tours mines, interviews experts, collects rocks everywhere he goes. To read more about his efforts, check out http://elementsunearthed.com/. As you can see, he is sharing what he has learned with the world. His videos have even been translated for use in Argentina.

Putting myself out there into our internet-connected world has been a frightening prospect for me. (This blog is "unsearchable" on the internet.) I didn't want the inevitable opposition. A few weeks ago, I read an essay by Lynn D. Wardle, a professor in BYU's School of Family Life who has encountered much opposition in his efforts to defend the family throughout the world. He wrote:

You will be opposed because you can and will make a difference. I have witnessed the positive effect that often results when one person is willing to speak up. 

That struck me and I thought, "How would I most want to make a difference?" My immediate answer? "Building bridges." It's something I've always wanted to use my humanities degree for, but was kind of putting on-hold until I had time later in life to perhaps pursue a career. I don't know why I never before considered using the internet. However, after reading Dr. Wardle's essay I decided there's no time like the present and started a blog: http://buildsomebridges.blogspot.com/. It's cool to be able to publish to the world for free. I don't know who will read it  or how much good it will do. I've noticed, though, that  it is helping me be a bridge (rather that wall) builder in the way I think and interact with others. It's one thing to believe in an idea, and another to live it, right?