One of the things that I look forward to in the summer is when friends gather together just to hang out. We make little mini holiday as a framework. There will be Homecoming Sundays at churches and family reunions in addition to the birthday parties and anniversary celebrations all summer long. We’ve been holed up in house for winter and any excuse to get out into the sun is a good one. We see old friends and acquaintances in the parks having lunch just because it’s Tuesday or Wednesday. Mankind was meant to be social. It’s our nature to be together for at least a little while. Even the grumpy old curmudgeon wants someone to curmudge for.
Here in the Appalachian mountains of West Virginia such gatherings are often accompanied by live music. Typically a “gospel sing” will feature bluegrass style music and a potluck dinner.
Whatever the occasion or excuse it’s all about coming together in fellowship and brotherhood. All that’s needed is a warm day, chores that are finished and good friends.
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Mankind was truly meant to be social. I agree. We need that. Big source of happiness. 🙂
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The more friends and family the better 😁
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Whatever the occasion or excuse it’s all about coming together in fellowship and brotherhood. – wise words!
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Thank you <3. We have all these traditions in Appalachia that are based on fellowship.
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According to science we live longer if we are more social. Don’t need to be a million friends but just a few good ones are apparently good for the health
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I can agree with that 😁
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Ted loves socializing 🐶🐶🐶
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Scout loves people and especially kids but he shys away from other dogs. We are in such seclusion that he hasn’t been around other dogs much. He hides behind my legs at the vet.
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