Tis the Season.

Christmas is my favorite holiday, for many reasons.  I love the lights, music, and holiday parties.  I love that it is a time to show family and friends how much you care about them.  I love that Christmas creates a season centered on giving and a holiday spirit that can be felt just about anywhere.

I came across this video today and I think it is the coolest way to spread Christmas cheer!  Take a look:

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=10152489854472061&fref=nf

This video helped me to realize how much power an act of service can have!  I want to spend my holiday season creating good memories and great feelings, just like in this video clip.

Cell Phones & Social Media.

Have you ever noticed how often people are on the cell phones or on a social media site during the day?  Have you ever noticed the amount of time that you spend on your cell phone or on social media during the day?  Whether I am walking around town, walking to school, driving my car, or sitting on the bus, people around me are always on cell phones and social media websites.

I can't help but ask myself what happened to normal conversations.  What happened to just walking and looking at your surroundings.  What happened to people watching and deep thinking instead of using your cell phone during any spare moment you have.  I think it’s sad that we are constantly on technological devices.  We are missing out on the opportunity to meet new people or share a smile.  I feel like technology runs our lives sometimes!
Over the last few weeks I have been working on spending my spare time in other places.  I’ve been able to write in my journal, read, and spend more time in conversations with my family and friends to say a few.  I do enjoy social media, but I know my time can be much more productive in other places.  I have learned to enjoy and appreciate the things around me even more since I have spent less time on my cell phone and social media.