November 9, 2007
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Last night my next door neighbors, Glenn and Celia, and I had our first Let’s Talk + meeting at my house on our block. The + stands for “positive.” It is something I have wanted to do for a long time and it was great. People brought desserts and I bought a few and made coffee. It was wonderful, a great way to interact with neighbors. I loved it. Glenn suggested bowling or pool one time–why not?
I encourage people to step past the computer and the TV and interact with their neighbors by inviting their neighbors to a Talk+ meeting. The invite was simple:
Let’s Talk+
Where:
When:
Why: Because it sounds like a good idea
Rules: Positive (+) Talk Only
Please Join Us for dessert and drink
Have co-hosts so you’re sure to have someone to chat with–a guaranteed success–and enjoy no matter how many or how few come. We delivered about 40 invites, not in the mail box but around it is OK, and 10 people came from about 7 houses. Not a bad start.Try it–You’ll like it.
Namaste`
Mara
Comments (4)
That sounds like a great idea! Too bad all of my neighbours hate me or I might try this
What a beautiful idea! Thanks so much for sharing it. I don’t have a problem with my neighbors – know them all, and make an effort to talk to them in person frequently. But I do need to do this with my co-workers who never have anything good to say about anyone or anything, including their own families. It’s been a real challenge for me to work with them.
That sounds freakin’ awesome!
great work Mara…