Maxine Camela Sy Sta. Maria
4th year, BS Family Life and Child Development
Smart phones are becoming a really big part of our lives. It's really difficult to leave the house without it, probably because it's used for just about anything: communicating, taking snapshots of memories, checking the time, playing games when bored, going online to check our various social networks, and so much more. There is just so much you can do with a single device. But with the many convenient advantages that come with smart phones are disadvantages that may possibly overweigh the former.
Just recently, a relative approached us 'kids' huddled in the living room. She saw us all looking down at our smart phones busy doing something separately, whether texting, checking out social networks, or playing games. She commented (in Filipino) "grabe talaga kayo, kaya hindi na kayo marunong makipag conversations..tignan mo kaming matatanda kahit paulit-ulit pinapag-usapan namin, marunong kami makipagsocialize ng totoo." She said it in a manner that was suppose to make us laugh. However, instead of laughing, I was bothered, mainly because I knew that what she said was true.
Years from now, when I look back at our many Christmas memories, I do not want to remember us all bent down looking at smart phones or different kinds of gadgets. I want to remember laughter, stories, and huddling over Christmas games. I want to remember gift giving, singing along to carols, and simple conversation-making. Technology has definitely made daily living easier, as it pointed us to the right direction whenever we got lost and chose to consult google maps or as it gave us the correct recipe for a lasagna to serve for the Christmas Noche Buena. It has made life convenient. But it has also made seclusion to the 'real world' convenient as well.
During the Christmas celebrations, I challenge you to leave your gadgets somewhere you will not have access to it. Enjoy your time with family and friends. Make simple conversations. Go back to basics. You will be surprised by how much more fun you will actually have.
Merry christmas! Have a blessed season with your family and friends!
"It's the most wonderful time of the year..."
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