I will admit that I have been dragged kicking and screaming into the 21st century.
I like books - real ones - I like the look and the feel of them, the old bookstore smell of them, and even the sound of the turning pages; yet, I recently downloaded a free kindle on my laptop. I needed the convenience of being able to buy books online because I am currently located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and cannot easily access the required books.
I like real letters - I like choosing beautiful paper, writing my message by hand, sealing the envelope, buying and sticking on the stamp, and putting my letter in the mailbox. I absolutely love receiving letters, yet I don't remember the last time I did. I love the anticipation, watching for the mailman, holding my breath to see if he will drop a letter through the mailbox, reading the message written is only have the joy, the rest comes from seeing the handwriting of someone I really care about. The letters I have kept from my parents are so precious because I feel close to them when I see their distinctive writing. But, I will admit to loving the convenience and rapid response of electronic mail.
I don't like traditional phone calls anymore - "What, I can't see the person I'm talking to?" I am totally addicted to Skype - it is my lifeline while I am so far away from home. Talking to my daughters is a wonderful experience, seeing their beautiful faces fills me with joy.
I have ranked among the Face Book users for several years now - there are many things about it I don't like, but it is a great way to keep in touch with family and friends, and I have found old friends through this website.
I never, ever thought I would create a Twitter account - who the hell cares what I'm doing every day? - but, I have to for my course, so here I am - well and truly submersed in the technology of the 21st century. Submersed is an apt verb - I'm flailing, drowning, sinking to the bottom! - but I will conquer it, this technology will not defeat me!
You can now follow my exciting life (not!) on this blog, and through Face Book and Twitter!
I like books - real ones - I like the look and the feel of them, the old bookstore smell of them, and even the sound of the turning pages; yet, I recently downloaded a free kindle on my laptop. I needed the convenience of being able to buy books online because I am currently located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and cannot easily access the required books.
I like real letters - I like choosing beautiful paper, writing my message by hand, sealing the envelope, buying and sticking on the stamp, and putting my letter in the mailbox. I absolutely love receiving letters, yet I don't remember the last time I did. I love the anticipation, watching for the mailman, holding my breath to see if he will drop a letter through the mailbox, reading the message written is only have the joy, the rest comes from seeing the handwriting of someone I really care about. The letters I have kept from my parents are so precious because I feel close to them when I see their distinctive writing. But, I will admit to loving the convenience and rapid response of electronic mail.
I don't like traditional phone calls anymore - "What, I can't see the person I'm talking to?" I am totally addicted to Skype - it is my lifeline while I am so far away from home. Talking to my daughters is a wonderful experience, seeing their beautiful faces fills me with joy.
I have ranked among the Face Book users for several years now - there are many things about it I don't like, but it is a great way to keep in touch with family and friends, and I have found old friends through this website.
I never, ever thought I would create a Twitter account - who the hell cares what I'm doing every day? - but, I have to for my course, so here I am - well and truly submersed in the technology of the 21st century. Submersed is an apt verb - I'm flailing, drowning, sinking to the bottom! - but I will conquer it, this technology will not defeat me!
You can now follow my exciting life (not!) on this blog, and through Face Book and Twitter!
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