The Impact of Excessive Phone Use on Parenting: Balancing Technology and Family

 In today's digital age, it's no secret that our phones play a significant role in our lives, even as parents. We often find ourselves engrossed in our screens, with little ones running around. But let's pause for a moment and reflect: are we truly aware of the consequences?

Gone are the days of simple phone calls; now, our smartphones offer us a world of entertainment, connectivity, and information. We can play games, stream movies, capture precious moments, immerse ourselves in different cultures, and stay connected with friends and loved ones - the possibilities are endless. But have we stopped to consider the price we pay for these privileges?

Join me as we dive into the impact of excessive phone use on parenting. Discover the challenges modern parents face, explore the potential risks, and uncover ways to strike a healthy balance between technology and family. It's time to regain control and ensure that our phone usage doesn't compromise our role as caregivers.

Don't miss out on this eye-opening discussion that will resonate with every parent navigating the digital landscape. Let's reclaim our presence, our attention, and ultimately, our connection with our children.

To have a house like this!

 

"Vacations: Where Time is a Thing of the Past and Routine is Nonexistent!

You know what's great about vacations? I get to ditch my watch and live on my own schedule. No more strict bedtimes or being constrained by time! I can do whatever I want, whenever I want.  If I wanna swim... I'll swim!  If I want to watch a season of Shameless in one night... I can!  No more plans dictating my life. It's pure freedom, my friend. As for routines, forget about 'em. It's 3:25 a.m. and I am up writing!  I would've never survived in the army. Let's just say, I like to march to the beat of my own drum.

The right answer was worth $1,000,000!

Matthew called me awhile ago for probably the 14th time today so answering the phone I wondered what could he possibly have left to tell say to me that he hasn’t already said.

On one of our earlier conversation he had called to ask me what grandma‘s phone number was. 

~Now keep in mind that this is not the first time he’s asked me what her phone number is and yet every time he wants to call her, he calls me and asks for her phone number. You would think a boy with an iPhone would the able to figure out how to save a contact.~

Anyway, I sent him her number for the 1,345,565 time.   He tried to call her on his lunch break around noon, but she didn’t answer the phone. So he goes on about his day.  At 10:00 tonight she called him back and said hey, I noticed you called me today. 😳  Matthew said “Grandma!!  How busy are you? That was 10 hours ago!!  lol. 

After they chatted for a minute she ask him what he was doing tomorrow.  He told her he had to work and she said “oh?  Well I was gonna give you $1 million dollars if you come and see me!  Matthew said “Well grandma I can come there right now!”