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I’d love to know myself. Some kind of magnet that draws me to the computer?
Southern Gal´s last blog post … An Example
Ha! This is timely… This past weekend my husband bet me I couldn’t go Saturday and Sunday without touching my laptop or iPhone. I lost. What can I say? I’m addicted…
Kim´s last blog post … Plus Size Maternity Clothes
The computer gives us a sense (sometimes a false sense?) of connection.
Warren Baldwin´s last blog post … STAY MARRIED FOR THE KIDS?
Wow! I was just wondering the same thing! For me I’ve realized that it stems from discontentment, boredom and loneliness. Every media device I have is a cheap solution to one of those three problems. When I’m not satisfied with Christ, I run in as many different directions as I can, searching for that “other”. It makes me think of Isaiah 55:1,2
All I know is last night my internet wasn’t working and my husband was working late… he tried to walk me through what to do, but I couldn’t get it to work!! I found myself checking to see if it was working all through the night… realized I should probably start a media fast and “unplug” for a while!!!!!
I find it so hard to unplug because I forget that God can manage just fine without me:)
Kim Avery´s last blog post … Wordless Worship
Great question – I can’t wait to see other’s answers!
For me, there are multiple reasons…
1. All the women in my neighborhood work – so this is my only connection with other women on days when I am home all day.(I facebook my best friends and family more than I call them!)
2. I LOVE being able to actually interact with an author (as opposed to the books on my shelf) and have an intelligent conversation – that’s fun!
3. The world is at my finger tips – it’s amazing – it’s entertaining – the flesh likes it – it’s more fun than cleaning! haha – ugh hate to admit that one!
4. I believe I can make a difference – though it’s a drop in a bucket – I believe that it glorifies God to proclaim his truth to the world wide web on my blog! That’s why I love my fellow mommy bloggers – you are my partners laboring with me for the same common goal – I am praying for you Sarah Mae – that God would bless you ten fold and grow your readership!!! God’s truth changes lives – and does not return void – so preach it sista!!! :0
Courtney
http://www.womenlivingwell-courtney.blogspot.com
Courtney (Women Living Well)´s last blog post … What is Ministry?
oooo Girl I really have a problem unplugging! For me, I have become so dependent on technology that I have to remind myself to get real time experiences…lol Point and click is just so convenient. But I will make time to read a physical book, chat face 2 face, or (gasp) dare I say it, write in my own handwriting once in a while.
I usually plan unplugged days/weekends and will actually not turn on my pc/text/cell internet during that time. So it helps keep my addiction to spell check, cut/paste, email, and boundless info at bay.
Hi ,my name is Valencia and I’m an addict!!!! Hey admitting you have a problem is the first step right.
Valencia´s last blog post … YIPPEE I won!!!
One reason it’s hard to unplug is because of the AFFIRMATION. As a blogger I get comments/emails/tweets all day long that affirm me– “great post!” or “what a fun idea!” or “RT”. I wish my kids would RT me! :)
oh amanda´s last blog post … Bliss*Tastic: Amy From the Finer Things In Life: Building Your Blog Readership
Unplug? Ewww, I know I can’t do it! I freak out when the electricity goes out and I can’t use any of my gadgets.
LaurieS´s last blog post … Sunday Silence
I totally agree with Jacqueline above: “Wow! I was just wondering the same thing! For me I’ve realized that it stems from discontentment, boredom and loneliness.”
When everything is great and wonderful I don’t think about it. When I’m restless and lonely I turn to the internet.<– And that sentence right there disturbs me – why am I not turning to the Lord? Going to be spending some time in prayer about this.
And if we don't unplug when do we do anything that needs to be blogged about???
Elizabeth´s last blog post … Joe Wears the “Cone of Shame”
I was just thinking the same thing!
I agree that as a SAHM, technology allows us to interact with others and have conversations (even virtual ones!) with those over 2 feet tall.
It is way more fun than cleaning that is for sure!
We are a technology family – DH works with computers and loves to tinker with them, I blog and run a home business that relies on my computer, I keep in touch with family and friends via the internet as most live in other cities and DD knows how to do “puzzles” through an online program (she is three and is supervised while doing so).
I do find it is easy to waste hours and hours clicking links and tweeting. I have to make sure I spend some time everyday unplug.
Having two “littles” that are growing too fast is a great incentive to unplug… They are also more fun than cleaning… LOL!!!
Patricia´s last blog post … Weigh in Wednesday – Team Black
I like the connections I have with people throughout the day. I really don’t need to be on EVERYDAY, though I am.
Right now, with my morning sickness, it is a huge distraction for me. It helps keep my mind off my nausea. Sounds crazy, but the more I move around, the worse I feel. So I’ve been working from the couch or the kitchen table.
On normal days, I’m not on nearly so much. I am usually doing laundry, cooking/baking and other household things.
I will actually be glad to be back to normal again, because surfing the net does actually get boring after a while! ;-)
Christin´s last blog post … Bumps in the Journey
I was having the same issue with unplugging, so my family and I went on a Media Fast last week. Seriously the entire week! No TV, Computer, Radio, Newpapers, Magazines, game systems. The only exceptions were christian radio/music, online sermons, and paying the bills online. It was hard at first but after about 48 hours I really started to feel free and excited to wake up in the morning without the pressure of the internet on my mind:) This week I had one day that I spend entirely too much time on the computer and really felt it at the end of the day, so Iv really begin limiting myself.
Tina´s last blog post … Why I choose to believe the Bible.
looking for that answer too!
I need to know this for myself!!! :) I am so busy, I can’t seem to slow down and just unwind!
addiction…
and escape, reading blogs and stuff is my break from the day to day parenting responsibilities!
LOVE what Jacquelyn said above! “For me I’ve realized that it stems from discontentment, boredom and loneliness. Every media device I have is a cheap solution to one of those three problems.”
So true. Same reason why it’s hard to fast – food is often a cheap solution to these things, too.
Kristi_runwatch´s last blog post … Tackling LB’s room… and reflecting on God’s blessings
I like the community and friends but the computer is also an escape from responsibility and gives me a false sense of importance. I completely unplugged all day last Tuesday and since I planned it – I actually enjoyed it because I was able to focus on other things without my mind being distracted with thoughts that I need to “check” on things. I felt a sense of relief knowing that I was not allowed to get on.
I’m not on much on the weekends, but I do think I will add in a weekly day of being completely unplugged. It’s a good thing. :)
when we don’t have something worthwhile to invest our time in, then we choose the easiest and quickest “fix” to our boredom. we get bored because we get disconnected from reality and all the adventures that lay before us in the real world.
Dana´s last blog post … stirring
I’ve been trying to figure out the same thing lately…
Escape. For me it is the same as reading a book in a bubble bath. When I sit down and read an interesting post I give a big sigh of contentment, and can tune out my reality for a time.
Affirmation. As mentioned above, I love the idea that someone else out there appreciates what I have to say. Sometimes in real life I feel down right invisible, it’s nice to check the in box and comments and see that someone knows I exist!
Information. I need to know what I should cook, what I should craft, what I should wear, what I should listen to. It’s a great way to keep up with keeping up! Sometimes it is excessive though and that’s embarrassing. Why am I so insecure that I’m trying to model my life after a stranger? I know what God’s standards are, that should be a good enough base to spring from….Yet…you all have such cool ideas and advice!!!
Reassurance. Others confess their problems in parenting, their bad days, their goof ups. The anonymity of the internet allows me to find out something that the ladies at church would never let me know…that they are not perfect and that struggling is part of everyone’s lives, and I’m normal for the struggles I have. I’m not weird or inept or a failure. I’m just like all the other mommy bloggers!
These are the reasons I keep coming back. I’m not as advanced as many of you, I can’t wrap my head around twitter, and I’m not a writer or speaker or motivator. Just a plain ole blogger trying to learn some balance and self control.
Perhaps because we are social creatures and we find more like minded people online than in real life.
Sisterlisa´s last blog post … Expressing Love
Self-gratification- for whatever the reason, which goes along w/ the affirmation mentioned above. Thats what I’m thinking.
Tracy @ Hall of Fame Moms´s last blog post … Blogging Tips, please note.
For me, blogging a way to keep my family up to date on what’s going on with us since they don’t live nearby. I spend so much time online in the evenings after my son goes to bed, reading blogs, updating Facebook, chatting with family and friends, and just clicking around seeing what’s out there that I’m interested in. I have a hard time not turning on the computer when I come home from work, even though I sit in a cubicle in front of a computer all day long anyway. It’s something to do and it keeps the boredom at bay.
~ calista ~´s last blog post … I Agree with the Guys
I think for me it’s because I HAVE to get on the computer to work my various jobs…tassel orders, worship team organization…stuff like that. With my tassel facebook page it’s just too easy to slip over (and STAY) to my own facebook page. Or I start reading blogs and before I know it I’ve been on the computer for two hours without even realizing it. I hate it…I could get so much more done without this thing. :/
Heathahlee´s last blog post … What I Love About Sundays
i was just going over this with God the other day — blogs and the internet are really another form of entertainment. they are okay and often helpful for me (recipes! natural living resources! spiritual help! its all quite amazing, really.), except when i run to them when i’m bored or dissatisfied. i’ve noticed that’s when i feel like i simply CAN’T unplug. i want an escape from life, even if its just a short break, so i go online.. but whenever i don’t run to God for even the tiniest things, i’m making an idol. i didn’t even know i was doing this, i just thought i was enjoying a break from mommyhood! but God has been revealing my true heart.. running to other things instead of going to Him. (banana bread, as silly as it sounds, is another idol of mine..)
Jamie´s last blog post … imperfect mom.
I too find it hard not to get on the computer. How could I not? I get so much affirmation, support, and comfort from the words I read. I do try to take time away, an evening here and there to concentrate on just being with my wonderful husband. I’m trying to get a balance going but in this time of my life, I really need the family of God here on line!! I love how God works in everyones heart. It does bug my husband I’m on so much so I do my best to honor him by slimming down my time. It’s a tough one.
Well, I certainly have the same problem!! If I unplug, well, there is always my battery that will last a while!!
But seriously, I’ve been working on this too. While trying to live in the world, but not be of it, I try to stay up-to-date on news stories, etc. But to do that, I don’t have to click “check mail” a dozen times! There are plenty of websites that will just pop up the headlines, and I can read the big stories later. Surfing blogs, checking interest rates, comparing this and that…none of that needs to be done while my daughter is up!
I never, ever, ever (ok, 98% of the time) put the T.V. on while my daughter is up. We only have the local Christian radio station in the background. So yeah, it can start to feel lonely on those slow winter days. But you know, when those moments hit, maybe I should do a little bible reading with my daughter (even though she is young), instead of just when she naps or hasn’t woken for the day.
Good luck! At least you aren’t alone!
Elizabeth´s last blog post … Too few days
Unplug? You mean there IS a plug?
Tammy@if meadows speak…´s last blog post … Wonder Woman Complex–It’s Hard Work
I think because we like to escape into someone else’s story… it seems more interesting than our own. Which is really discontent.