tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7068408751309289035.post1272291247768851037..comments2024-03-25T21:54:29.130-07:00Comments on FocusingOnLife: Plugged inUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7068408751309289035.post-20316373072792751082012-06-18T03:44:33.519-07:002012-06-18T03:44:33.519-07:00This makes me think of the rabbit ears on the tv (...This makes me think of the rabbit ears on the tv (black and white). Technology. I have a love/hate relationship with it. I fear greatly for this generation. I think they are lonelier and more "disconnected" than any I have ever seen, despite their 500 friends on Facebook. I say this as a pharmacist whose been practicing for for almost 30 years. And it's not just this generation. Across the board I see more isolation and loneliness and medications to deal with that pain. I dunno. These are strange times. I would not want to wear a dress everyday (ala going back in time) but a part of me settles deeply when we are fishing far away from any sort of connection to anything, even phone. I'm probably meant to be a hermit. The modern thing I like is two bathrooms... not exactly technology but danged handy. I have the cheapest cell phone on the market that does nothing and I barely can use it. Okay, I am outing myself as a wannabe Luddite. There. It's out.AFishGirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05513718005250273753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7068408751309289035.post-69210284248338029922012-06-15T10:07:18.326-07:002012-06-15T10:07:18.326-07:00It is interesting that instead of all this technol...It is interesting that instead of all this technology making life easier it has actually made things more complicated and busy! I need to unplug myself and my family more often!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7068408751309289035.post-77310839817931587632012-06-14T15:16:36.917-07:002012-06-14T15:16:36.917-07:00Oh, this post takes me back, Linda! I remember ev...Oh, this post takes me back, Linda! I remember everything you're talking about! I LOVE living in these times with so much technology but forcing yourself to unplug once in awhile is a good thing. As I mentioned above in my reply to Gina's comment, we are making a concerted effort this summer to not rely so much on TV, the computer and video games and find other things to do. Wouldn't want to go back to the old days, though!terriporterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14333055591899961253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7068408751309289035.post-73449323786552705372012-06-14T15:12:42.376-07:002012-06-14T15:12:42.376-07:00Love this idea, Gina! If my kids were young and s...Love this idea, Gina! If my kids were young and still at home, I would for sure implement this rule. As it is, when my grandson is here (as he will be all summer), he is allowed only a limited time with media and we play board games, swim and read. Requires more from me but I think it much better for him. Actually, I kind of enjoy it!terriporterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14333055591899961253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7068408751309289035.post-8273554695891698752012-06-14T14:57:43.427-07:002012-06-14T14:57:43.427-07:00Gina - This is a fabulous idea! :-)
DottiGina - This is a fabulous idea! :-)<br /><br />DottiDottihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00811399388989716265noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7068408751309289035.post-66475806853117865412012-06-14T13:14:21.475-07:002012-06-14T13:14:21.475-07:00I love being connected, but struggle to find balan...I love being connected, but struggle to find balance in my life....these devices have a powerful allure and it can be hard to disconnect. We've starting a ritual of weekly unplugging: computers, iPads, iPhones turned off for 24 hours. (We still have a landline for important calls.) We use the time to reconnect with nature, family, and ourselves. It's been a wonderful practice for our family.ginahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08748316725457763377noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7068408751309289035.post-71266101895143148272012-06-14T08:17:30.762-07:002012-06-14T08:17:30.762-07:00Linda, I agree. Technology is a curse and a pleasu...Linda, I agree. Technology is a curse and a pleasure. It was fun going down memory lane with you and your descriptions. We had one phone, with a long, extra stretched out cord from pulling it into the bathroom and shutting the door for privacy while we talked on the phone. Three channels, no remote. Did have color though. Whoo hoo! Being a recruiter and interviewer in "my other life" I do sometimes wonder if kids,and other younger than me people, :) will be able to communicate with others in more than 160 characters, and without abbreviations!heyjudephotographyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06098165048025314116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7068408751309289035.post-26481949001217811282012-06-14T07:18:41.457-07:002012-06-14T07:18:41.457-07:00Fun post, Linda! I remember when we had only B&...Fun post, Linda! I remember when we had only B&W TV's - no color yet. Can you imagine?<br /><br />Technology is a blessing and a curse. The ease with which we can get information is wonderful; having a map at your fingertips is a godsend when you're in a strange new place; getting in touch with family members quickly is a delight as well. As Deanna pointed out, the world of the internet brings fun new friends into our lives. But, I cringe when I see people sitting in a restaurant together, each one talking on their phones or texting but not interacting with one another. I fear that the omnipresence of technology will in the end deteriorate our interpersonal skills rather than enhance. We would be a lonely society indeed if that happens. The answer, I think, is to use our techie devices wisely ... and always be mindful of the real treasures in our lives: our "actual" connections to people we care about.Dottihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00811399388989716265noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7068408751309289035.post-43292889838754431042012-06-14T06:14:37.320-07:002012-06-14T06:14:37.320-07:00Oh Linda, I do remember all of what you wrote abou...Oh Linda, I do remember all of what you wrote about the "before"...except we only had 1 phone in our house and it was in the hallway. I had to stretch that curly cord into the bathroom across the hall to have any privacy. Great going down memory lane. And I am afraid I am addicted to my laptop...spend way too much time on the internet. But my circle of friends has grown because of it.Deannahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10857633931690620336noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7068408751309289035.post-59993070233509299422012-06-14T06:01:02.045-07:002012-06-14T06:01:02.045-07:00I thought about your post all the way to work, and...I thought about your post all the way to work, and I just wanted to add a thought. I love technology, but while it connects you, it can also disconnect you. This is not a new idea. But your post made me think about how we used to have to all agree on what show to watch. That meant you were exposed to the things your parents and siblings cherished in a very direct way. Maybe you didn't want to admit you liked something your brother did, but maybe you grew a little from exposure to things you wouldn't have chosen - maybe you shared a little of your sibling's psychie. I still listen to my marent's music sometimes to relax - it feels like home to me.<br />Just a thought. OK now - see ya next weekCarolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05433584313253805817noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7068408751309289035.post-54198178413864852032012-06-14T03:51:42.091-07:002012-06-14T03:51:42.091-07:00Perfect day for this reminder! My computer has bee...Perfect day for this reminder! My computer has been sent out for cleaning and my parents will be here for the weekend. See you next week;)<br />( I will miss working on my pictures though I think I'm permanently attached to Lightroom!)Carolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05433584313253805817noreply@blogger.com