Too Much Technology!!!

I read an article the other day about how the internet, phones and other devices rule our lives. And the question posed was where are our priorities. I though about it long and hard, and made a harsh realization. I spend more time on my lap top then not! I miss out a lot of things with the kids because I am "hiding" in plane site, on the computer!

I have been doing some praying and have come to a decision. I am cutting back on my internet time. I have already cut back on my phone time at certain times of the day. It just gets to hectic with 4 kids and a dog and lot going on in my home, then I am totally distracted by being on the phone or on the computer! I have decided to only check my email, blogs, face book, and all my sites once in the morning, over coffee. And once in the evening before bed. I made this decision on Friday. So far I am doing better than I was. I know habits are hard to break but I think it will be so worth while to really look at my priorities. I need to make more time to dive into the scriptures. I need to make more time for home school. I need to make more time for life in general.

Friday night I played foot ball with the kids. We had a blast. Today I took the kids to the library, then spent most of the afternoon and evening doing school work with the kids. ( Bobby was really behind). I have really enjoyed the time with my kids. I also have done some house work, and instead of griping at the kids to do chores while I sat on the computer, I pitched in and we got everything done in a very short amount of time. Most of the time I would hide on the computer, surf the net, ect. and only be a passive parent.

I thank Roger for showing me that article and really getting me to thinking. I will still be doing the internet thing just not nearly as much. I am praying about this. I know it may not be easy but I know that with God all things are possible, in accordance to his plans.

May God Bless you