Wednesday, January 03, 2007
Blogging by SMS
One quick story from The Hajj that some might appreciate: On the second day of the stoning of the devil, when I was on Jamarat Bridge, I was surprised to discover that I could once again make and receive mobile phone calls. Because I was eager to blog about what I was seeing, I called Dylan Reynolds, Senior Editor of CNNI Interactive, wondering if I could SMS him some in the field reports and asking if he could then post them on this blog. I had to marvel at the surreality of it all: Being on Jamarat Bridge, watching pilgrims stone the devil, texting my reports to Dylan, and knowing that he was posting them on the blog. Sincerest thanks to Dylan, who saved the day for me.
Well my parents were also there. They also found it very tiring, but I like what the woman here has done. I know the Hajj is quite exhausting but she gave us a piece of it as well, thanks.
Interesting blog entry about using SMS to report, and, well, blog in this instance. I have my thoughts posted on SMS'ing and other coverage posted on my blog, in a post at:
http://www.scoop0901.net/Blog/news/reporters-and-the-hajj/
I would like to thank CNN and the crew for their coverage that include positive events that are of great importance for all regardless of their race, color, and wealth or lack of it.The Hajj journey commemorate historic events related to great Prophets, peace be upon them, among them Adam, who built the Kaaba; Noah, whose Arch went around the Kaaba during the flood; Abraham, who rebuilt the Kaaba after the flood;Mohammad,who was the last Prophet to perform Hajj.
All of them worshipped God.
They taught us by example about submission to God, patience,humbleness, tolerance,good treatment of neighbors,equality and justice.
Technology is grand!
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