😊 Jury Duty Served + New Friend Made 😊
Yesterday, I had the opportunity to participate in jury duty and it served as a powerful reminder of the importance of this civic duty in being an American. While many of us may feel nervous when that jury duty card arrives in the mail, I must say that it turned out to be an amazing experience for me.
I arrived in Newark, New Jersey, around 9 AM and found myself in a bustling waiting room with limited seats. Luckily, I managed to secure an open seat towards the back. Another juror sat in the seat next to me, and we struck up a conversation. As fate would have it, we discovered that we both work in IT. Our conversations were engaging, and we even exchanged contact information.
Although I was eventually dismissed from the case, I left with a newfound appreciation for the unexpected connections that can be formed when we put our phones down and engage with others. It's incredible how much more we can learn and share when we communicate and listen to each other's stories. The more we talked, the more we realized how much we had in common.
So, the next time you receive that jury duty card, I encourage you to make the best of it. Embrace the opportunity to connect with fellow citizens and truly enjoy your day. After all, you're already there, so why not make the most out of it?
Life is about more than just fulfilling obligations; it's about embracing the moments, connecting with others, and learning from each other. You might just meet someone who could change your perspective or even become a lifelong friend. 😊
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