My Screen Free Observations

During the week of April 30- May 6, I took the Screen-Free Week Challenge put out by the Committee For a Commercial Free Childhood. It was a very worthwhile endeavour and I do intend to write more about it.  For now, here are a few of the things that struck me and of which I will elaborate on in the coming weeks.

15 Screen-Free Week Observations

1. I need to do more to prepare for it next year.
2. I wanted to use this week as an experiment for myself in self control.
3. I was surprised that my husband joined in. I thought he would resist more.
4. It amazed me how many people told me they cannot live without t.v., even for one week.
5. I did however talk to more people who thought it was a great idea.
6. I spent more time talking with my daughter.
7. I danced with my daughter.
8. I helped her plan an "Art Party" for her friends at the culmination of Scree-Free Week. And it was a total blast!! More about that later.
9. I read The Hunger Games and started reading Catching Fire
10. I practiced more yoga.
11. I listened to more music.
12. I did not however, practice my music... Big Hmmmm.
13. I didn't really miss facebook except for my morning chats with my cousin and nearly daily communication with a couple other friends.
14. I realised that I definitely wish to spend less time "online" on a regular basis.
15. I notice that this is easier said than done so I need a plan!

"Matsu"  or Pine Tree Cut Watermelon, prepared by my daughter for her Art Party

Supplies ready for Plasticine art at the Art Party

Any thoughts on being "less plugged-in"?

Please share!