By now you’ve realized that Michael and I are not Mosquito Coast versions of back-to-the landers. We’ve landed on quite a civilized tract of land (again, thanks to his family), and have thoroughly enjoyed the resources at-hand to begin our adventures in building basic structures, growing some food, and figuring out energy conservation.
Technology is our friend in the majority of our endeavors. This morning we did some stretching before breakfast while watching several free podcasts on Apple TV. I really appreciate the cooking segments, typically 2 minutes in length, that showcase flavors from around the world and which can be applied to the local foods I use in the kitchen.
Now why not just do the yoga in silence? We do that too. As the wise are known to proclaim, everything in moderation. Technology is not different; we’ve all experienced the way television, cell phones, computers and other gadgets impact the amount of time and effort we invest in relationships with family and friends. Sometimes it is negative.
This web site is a great example of implementing technology to learn more about using this sort of interface as a tool, and thus sharing information, photos and a generally personal journal of our lives here in southeastern PA. As a result of writing blurbs, I am researching more ideas and items, as well as keeping a more tuned eye and ear to my projects so that I can share specific details, particularly on what is and is not working. But also, I know that when I read about a farm, store or place to visit, it is helpful to click on their link and at least map where they are located. I don’t have a GPS for my bike or car yet. Maps are one good old-fashioned piece of technology I continue to love.
My iPhone has been essential for creating a more visually interesting site. Whatever easily uploadable digital-image producing camera you may have, USE IT. Having lost loved ones of all walks of life, having left incredible life passages behind, for better or worse, having photos of those beings and those moments is unimaginably valuable.
Check in with me as I write posts regarding on-line magazines, sites and more that have proven useful. In the meantime, check out this article in the December issue of Popular Mechanics on the real value of recycling. We may not be running out of landfill space, but recycling still makes environmental sense, and as the price of raw materials rises precipitously, cities are now able to make economic sense out of recycling due to the revenues it is creating with more efficient handling and increasingly guaranteed revenue streams.
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