(Tulips are my FAVORITE flower, and to me represent a new start)
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So the week is over and I would actually say that it was a really wonderful week. To be able to disconnect from all the Crazy things of life. For the past week I took on the "Live with Less" Challenge. The basic rules were: No more than 1 hour of TV, Computer use only for homework, No eating out, Conscious use of electricity, etc. I didn't really feel the challenge when it came to the whole eating out, and electricity abuse, because I don't necessarily abuse those items. The computer wasn't much of a challenge however there were ongoing projects that had to be worked on. I am the kinda person that usually has noise in the background. Its usually the TV - not really sure why I do it. I guess I have always done it, even growing up. So this week was wonderful, the TV stayed off. The weather was nice so the windows were open, and every once in awhile I would turn the radio on. The TV only turned on once Rob got home from work. (he didn't want to take on the challenge). So I would come in to watch my 1 hour of TV usually for American Idol, Survivor, (Reality TV - yes I am pretty sad). All in all I feel like this week was really good for me. It was a chance to "recharge". I don't know how much my life will really change from doing to this challenge. I guess I would say that it has definately made me aware of the "Time-wasting" activities that I get myself into. So I guess it was worth the effort spent. Just thought I would update for journaling purposes.
7 comments:
Good job!! I should really take on that challenge too!! There are so many unneeded things I could do without I am sure!!
I am really impressed. I think that a more simple life sounds wonderful. I think I might just give it a try!
Go you! That is a hard challenge. I too like to have "background noise" on when I am home (usually when I am alone)...it's normal. So will you continue to live this way?
Go Heather!
I remember wanting background noise when Paige was a baby. But since have learned that background noise is something in my control that can actually be turned off, unlike kids!
So, way to go on the challenge. I have to say that I don't think that challenge would be very hard for me... Eating out-Don't do it, can't afford it! TV-Don't have it, can't afford it! Computer-Don't have one, can't afford it! I guess electricity would be my challenge because I like every light in the house on... ALL DAY! I know waste not, want not! I guess I'll work on that one! Way to go though! Tell robbie to stop being such a baby and join in on the fun!
great job!
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