So, I've come to the realization that I have an addiction. I'm working on weaning myself off, but it is hard. I am less productive because of it and I'm definitely excited by it. My husband jokes that I have a boyfriend. Yes, people, it's Facebook and my email.
I just saw a news report on this phenom and it's frightening how much time people spend social networking. My phone is silent at home because my friends email me. My mailbox is pretty empty (except for advertising) because no one writes letters anymore. It's pretty sad, really.
What to do?
Well, I'm contemplating a separation period. Email is a necessity due to school activities and what not, but Facebook is definitely not a do or die thing. I think for Lent, one of my sacrifices, will be to give it up completely. 40 days of peace - not waiting for a response to a witty post or writing a response to someone else's post. It sounds pretty good, really.
I will be connecting on email still - but I won't be responding to facebook email/messages. So, we'll see if I get the shakes, have withdrawals, take up a new addiction - like texting. I don't really do that right now. I think I've sent 6 texts my entire life.
We'll see! Should be interesting. I thought to myself, though, if I spent as much time praying as I do on Facebook, I'd be spending my time much more wisely.
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