It's odd how events come together at times. I've been busily working behind the scenes on my blogs, moving away from Google. I've replaced all but one feature fairly easily.
While transitioning, however, I've been a bit cut off from my virtual world, especially my blog reader. The break has been surprisingly refreshing.
While I describe our homeschooling as secular because our religion does not affect how I approach science or other academic subjects, we are Catholic. Today is Ash Wednesday, which is the start of Lent.
I happened to read today that the Bishop of our diocese suggests that we attempt a virtual fast for this season, taking a break from our computers and tech devices to turn toward God, our friends and family. He does not suggest a ban, but moderation.
Given my earlier experience this week, I've decided to try the fast. I do not intend to stop posting on my blogs. However, I will try to spend less time on the net generally, and I probably will not keep up with my blog reading and commenting.
For someone who considers her laptop to be an extension of her body, this should prove to be an interesting experiment.
While transitioning, however, I've been a bit cut off from my virtual world, especially my blog reader. The break has been surprisingly refreshing.
While I describe our homeschooling as secular because our religion does not affect how I approach science or other academic subjects, we are Catholic. Today is Ash Wednesday, which is the start of Lent.
I happened to read today that the Bishop of our diocese suggests that we attempt a virtual fast for this season, taking a break from our computers and tech devices to turn toward God, our friends and family. He does not suggest a ban, but moderation.
Given my earlier experience this week, I've decided to try the fast. I do not intend to stop posting on my blogs. However, I will try to spend less time on the net generally, and I probably will not keep up with my blog reading and commenting.
For someone who considers her laptop to be an extension of her body, this should prove to be an interesting experiment.
I have often wondered if I would be more productive if I tried a virtual fast.
Some day, I might just try it and find out. I hope you find success in your new moderation.
Thanks. Our computers are on 24/7, and I find myself checking my email, headlines or my blog reader whenever I walk into my office. So, it will be interesting to see how the tone of my day will change now that I'm trying to limit those activities to twice a day. Maybe my house will get cleaner! :)