We went to Puerto Vallarta two weeks ago, a 4/5 hour flight from Vancouver to there. Flying with two preschoolers is a challenge. The kids were having lots of fun and were very loud. It’s a good thing that airplanes have enough engine sound that doesn’t let the kids voice get far.
I had books, papers and coloring pencils. We draw all of the favourite characters, and read books. We talked and walked. There were other kids around the same age of our kids too, and most of them had some kind of electronic device for entertainment. I didn’t even think about computer games, and was kind of surprised, seeing kids with portable DVD players and DS games. It looks like I’m living in a cave or something right? I guess I am.
We are in a different area; I remember my mom taking us from Iran to States about 25 years ago, there were my 9months, and 9 years old brothers, and 12years old me. It took us about 48 hours to get to US, as we had to layover in Geneva and I don’t remember taking entertainment with us. Now that I have two kids, I’m wondering how my mom did it all by herself. One thing is for sure we were easily entertained; today kids are hard to entertain for sure.
I believe that kids or anyone for that matter, should be able to entertain themselves without the help of electronics, so they don’t feel lost when the electronics are not available.
Until later
I know I should be writing about Christmas, but I’m dealing with major episode of writer’s block. Today I came upon completely two different News, which were interesting enough to get me writing. This is going to be long but interesting, I have a lot to say, so grab your coffee and come back!!!
First news is about a Japanese man who married his virtual girlfriend of a dating game (love plus) he plays. Yes, you read it correctly; he married an animation game character. I’m not going to details, Boing Boing has a report of the wedding. He was serious enough to have 40 plus guests, priest, MC, DJ, and he even invited the virtual bride’s friend (who is also virtual) and apparently, this friend gave a speech too. Check out the video!!
The other news is about Shellie Ross who was tweeting about something shortly before her son drowned and within half an hour after she called 911, and about few hours later informing her followers of her loss. Now people don’t let her grieve her son, just because she tweeted.
Both news brought up many controversial discussions. It is somewhat scary to see people get out of their way and real life to be online or play games. Is this going to be the future?? Read the rest of this entry »
I missed my laptop a few weeks ago. Well the computer problem is not solved yet. It was supposed to be a simple problem with power supply and replaceable, turned out to be a major irreparable problem with the laptop itself. My new laptop is on its way but I know it will be a while before I can function effectively with the new one.
It took me a while to get used to using other computers shortly just to check in on my blog or some news. I miss my blog terribly, I started this as a hobby but I was getting seriously involved when the computer problem happened. I can’t wait to get back to my regular postings.
Until later,
Finally I’m getting used to blogging and I think it’s time to make Busy Mom’s Blog more fun and personal.
It is very difficult for me to pick a theme, there are lots of options out there and at the same time not too many matches.
I will be trying different themes on a test run for a while.
I will be happy receive your feedbacks on the theme, or better if you have any suggestions for me.
Thanks
I heard about this new blog www.thegirlrevolution.com from mamasontheweb . You have to check it out for yourself. I think it is a wonderful site and I hope we get more materials on this subject.
I have a two years old daughter and I hope to be able to raise her to be strong. I want her to be passionate, helpful, responsible, intelligent, at the same time carefree, and many other things I can’t think of now.
The way my mom raised me had a very good effect on my. I have an outstanding self confidence, and I believe I can do whatever I put my mind in to. I hope to be able to empower my daughter as mom my empowered me.
Good job Tracee, keep up the good work.
Don’t forget to check the blog and spread the word.
http://thegirlrevolution.com/
Until Later,
