It was well past time for me to make a new post. Of course, that lets you know that once again I did not remember to get'er done until now. My beloved bride had surgery on Wednesday of last week ... actually she had two procedures at the same time, so she is very uncomfortable. She is recovering nicely by now, but the first couple of nights were tough as I was up most of the night getting her medication on time, then trying to get back to sleep once she was comfortable. We decided to start reading our bible from cover to cover, so Monday evening I read Genesis Chapter 1 and last night Genesis Chapter 2. I found this to be a great comfort and instead of being glued to Facebook or the TV, we disconnect from the world and reconnect with our Heavenly Father for a while. We plan to make this a lifetime change, and I invite others to consider it, as it is important to take a break from technology and reconnect with those we love in our life. If you're shuddering at the thought of parting with your gadgets for even an hour, you're likely not alone -- but giving yourself some time away from technology can be good for you. According to Jessica Padykula, at SheKnows Living, URL: http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/844969/how-to-disconnect-from-technology-and-why-you-should - "You'll set a good example for your kids. Kids are increasingly spending more and more time in front of a screen and not interacting in ways they would have before computers, video games and a TV in every room were standard in most homes. If your kids see you engaging in activities outside of technology, they will be much more likely to follow suit. You'll build better bonds. There's only so much of a connection you can make with people over digital correspondence. Facebook, texts and email are great for keeping in touch and making plans but in order to really bond you need to see and speak to others face-to-face. You will get your point across much better, build intimacy and nothing you say will get lost in translation. You'll get more done. Think about how much time you spend online and in front of a screen. Now think about all of the other things you could be doing if you weren't on your computer. From chores that have been neglected to books you've been meaning to read, giving yourself even an hour a night of tech-free time can help you get a lot more done." I personally can't wait to have our own farm again and chase chickens, grow herbs and vegetables, and fish in our ponds instead of sitting in front of the laptop trying to remember the last time I wrote this blog ...