Yep, you read that right, we are going on an electronic strike...a fasting of sorts. Lately, it seems my time is consumed by facebook and blogs, the kids are asking to play the Wii or watch a movie far too often, and we just plain need to focus on one another! We dont have cable so that won't really be an issue but we do like to watch movies. Obviously, we will not be "putting away" all our electronic devices. So, here is what will be "unplugged": Wii, iPods, DS, TV and computers. So it is more of an "artificial entertainment" strike. We will still be using our phones but the facebook app will be deleted (this is mainly my issue). We will still be checking email (sparingly) and you may certainly call or text to make sure we haven't died of boredom or locked up the children! Haha!
In all seriousness, we truly feel like these things have become too regular in our lives. It is time to dust off the old board games, turn on some classical or traditional christian music and just enjoy being with one another. My hope is that at the end of this time we will realize that we truly can limit or completely do without some of these "things". The official strike/fast will begin on July 1st and will last the whole month (I hope). :) So, in 3 days it will be...goodbye electronics and HELLO family time! Praying the Lord blesses this time for HIS GLORY!
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