Tech - Free Wednesdays

I've either lost my mind or an alien has invaded my body.  I've decided to make Wednesdays technology free.  No TV.  No video games.  No computer (aside from work-related things).  Those who know me well realize this is a huge step.  I think I was born a TVaholic.  I'm also a large fan of computers and the internet.  So, I'm sure you're just dying to know how I came to this conclusion?  It was our last morning at the lake.  I was lounging with Ray on the couch with my cup of tea.  Then, Lily woke up and came and snuggled me.  Everything was quiet and serene and I was trying to figure out how to capture that feeling at home.  I came to the conclusion that technology was our problem.  Our TV is on pretty much all waking hours.  We only have one TV at the lake and that's in the kids' bedroom.  There's no cable, just movies, and its mainly used when the weather is poor or at bedtime.  We do have my mom's laptop with internet but its a pretty small distraction.  Instead, we spend our days fishing, boating, playing cards & games, reading, and enjoying each other's company.

I broke the news to the kids today.  They freaked out at first until I started listing off all the alternative things we could do:  go for walks, bike rides, swimming, to the beach, play cards, play games, etc.  Now, they seem pretty excited.  Wish us luck!  (And, I'll be posting tonight for tomorrow.  Wouldn't actually want to miss a day)!