Old Lives Matter

You may ask why? Why do they matter? You see throughout history it was the old and wise that foretold the outcomes of what is about to happen and that has not changed. 

The same thing happens here in Second Life. If you listen to those who have been here for many years you will see the picture and you can avoid many frustrations and headaches.

I remember when I was still new and had no idea how things work and I was lucky someone showed me how to make a safe spot like your "home". Even here avatars take advantage of those who are new, but of course, not all of them are like that. There are still many good people around.

I have met many people in Second Life that are over 60 and even 70. Yes, you would think these seniors are in a rocking chair knitting, but they are not. They come here to listen to music, create, and make friends. They are Baby Boomers or short just Boomers.

One thing that makes this group so interesting is their confidence in the future. After such long battles, this group is known for its positive, confident attitude that the future looked comfortable and prosperous. And, they were accurate for many reasons. During their lifetimes, they watched businesses grow and become profitable. They watched labor unions help to improve working conditions for people. And, they saw wages rise. They also saw schools become more accessible.

I think it is wise to listen to them and continue to care for them in RL and SL because they are a generation with so much knowledge. The old traditions will all come back one day and yes the virtual world is here to stay, but here we will learn what boomers have left behind. It is an everlasting flow of wisdom. 

Close your eyes for a moment and imagine yourself as an old person and your life still matters because you are a vessel of knowledge.

Spread the world with love and acceptance towards all beings that share our planet and the best invention ever the Internet that allows us to be connected via virtual worlds and especially here in Second Life.

Old Lives Matter because we all get there one day and for those who are here already, we are forever young in Second Life.