Connected or Disconnected?

I've realized more and more lately how our society is so connected via cell phones, internet, Facebook, text messaging, ect that we are actually so disconnected. We have lost the personal touch of a phone call to check in, a visit to chat, and dare I say a hand written note of encouragement.

I watch people in public talking while driving, checking out at a store, texting while at a dining table with family. We are always plugged in.

I know I am the odd one out but I do not like Facebook. I think relationships on Facebook have substituted for real life relationships. This may not be true of everyone but I see a lot of that going on. I know 2 other families who like ours have committed to not joining Facebook (for several reasons). One of them called me last month to let me know that we were "officially losers." She read that even the Queen of England was on Facebook!

All this to say, I am making it a personal goal to work on real life in person relationships. There is nothing like weekly long distance phone calls to pray with a friend, having a friend over just sitting on the floor chatting for hours while playing baby, calling a friend to see how they are really doing; did the insomnia go away, how's your marriage, do you need a meal?

I'm not saying I have mastered this. When I look at my list of friends I've lost touch with several. But, I am working on this and making it a personal goal...to care for others in real life. During my struggles I have been loved on in person while being real...I want to return the blessing.

Victories

I had two victories this past week.

The first (though I needed 1/2 an anxiety pill), was to take the girls and the grandmas to Canada for the Bird Kingdom. Now, anyone who knows me knows

1. I deeply dislike customs

2. Not a fan of the Canadian Bridge

3. Don't like driving if I don't know where I am going

4. Don't like driving in snow (and yes we had major snow that day)

And I did it...all. No problems at all. We had a great girls outing.

The second victory was church this Sunday. This was the first Sunday I did not take anxiety meds before going! Not only did I not take it but I went to both services, co-lead a group with Drew, and juggled the baby.

I've been doing well day to day but as soon as stressors come in I crumble. I'm keeping my load light and pressing on. I am having trouble putting weight on still which is causing headaches and fatigue. I have some appointments coming up to figure out what to do.

I am super grateful to the friends who have been by my side the whole time and lifting me up in prayer....you guys rock!

One Million Moms

I am a part of One Million Moms and it has been rewarding to have my voice heard. I have watched women, moms, and Grandmothers come together to share in the concern over what our children are seeing through media. If you aren't a part of this group, I encourage you to join and have your voice heard. It takes me seconds to sign a petition or email a company about what is on tv. Join me.....

From an email from Monica Cole, Director of OneMillionMoms:

Your help is greatly appreciated as we prepare to tackle ungodly values in the media this year! The more moms and grandmothers we have sending emails the cleaner the airwaves will be for our children and grandchildren.

There is power in numbers! With God's help, there is no limit what we can accomplish this year.

We greatly appreciate donations, but there are some who cannot support OMM financially at this time. Several have contacted me to ask on top of sending emails what else could they do. Here is another way you can help!

I need you to forward this email or send your own personal email to amazing Christian women just like you to join OneMillionMoms.com.

Please join OneMillionMoms.com to have your voice heard. We are making a remarkable difference!

Oh, and for the husbands, check out One Million Dads.com