Technology

There are days I don't want to get out of bed when the alarm demands that I do so. It's incessant beeping makes me shutter at 6:15am. A lot of times I throw things at it. Doesn't seem to phase it much, for it's on a mission. MUST MAKE MELISSA GET UP.

Humbug to technology, time, and schedules.

I remember the days when computers were...well...hard to use. They were huge, bulky, slow, and black/white. There was no Internet, no chatting, no email. Life was more simple.
These days, I sometimes feel like a slave to my computer. There is always someone to communicate with, and if phones, face-to-face interactions, or even pigeons aren't available, then one must resort to the computer. And mine fits on my lap. How ridiculous is that?!?

Absurd. That's what it is.

Speaking of phones (well, I did mention them just now, and this is my blog so I can change subjects on a whim), I would love to flush mine right down the toilet sometimes. There are days I sit at my bar in the kitchen and think, "I swear, if that phone beeps, rings, dings, vibrates, or so much as MOVES one...more...time..."
It's great to stay connected, but there comes a point where it's all just hooey. Junk. Meaningless irritations.

Boo to technology!

Naw, I'm not totally anti-technology. Just sometimes.

I'd like some peace and quiet. I'd like to be able to read a good book without interruption (but with 3 children, will that really EVER happen?!?). I want to know that the world can continue to turn even if I miss a call, text, or email. And if, by chance, I oversleep...everything will keep on keepin' on.
Alas, I know technology has its place. After all, how could I vent like this to a large group of people?!?
*deep sigh*

Yes, technology is good. I do believe, though, that it must be taken in doses. If I forget my phone in the car, refuse to Facebook for an evening (gasp! I know, I about died typing that--LOL), or even sleep through 3 snooze button pushings, all will be fine. JUST. FINE.

And I might even be able to enjoy that good book I've been dying to read. Or I could get a Kindle and....no, I didn't go there.
Peace out.

~Mel