For the last 3 1/2 years we haven't had cable or satellite and the story goes like this. The kids were 3 and 5, we were in Bend staying in a little remote cabin with no TV, computer, with only a small radio to listen to, magazines to read, board games to play, and land to roam. At that time we decided that there wasn't really anything worth watching on TV and agreed that the kids would probably benefit from not having it. So at that time I told him if he decided to get rid of direct TV we would NEVER get it again. So last week, he had a meltdown and decided that he could no longer live without sports games. Football season is coming up and he just couldn't take another year of not being sprawled in front of the tube viewing a bunch of men clobber each other and slap butts. So he was pretty pathetic offering to give up everything for TV so as of Friday we have Direct TV back. So much for consistency and sticking with our original agreement. The kids will have strict rules and have only 10 channels they are permitted to watch, which are programmed in (and I like that). Oh well, I grew up with TV and it didn't kill me. I have to secretly admit I am a "little" excited about the travel channel, although as of now I haven't turned on the TV (I don't know how). I love the peace and quiet and would much rather read, if time permits. So there you have it, we are now a typical American family!
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YAY FOR TOBY!!!
haha, Brett and I have had the no TV discussion many times...Well, it's usually a cable issue, but anyway- It always comes down to SPORTS. He must watch his sports, and we ofcourse love movies, so we have to have a TV for that too. Ugh, it is so spendy, but if it makes 'em happy, I'll comply ;) About the photography class- I would love to send pointers.. and if I think of any I will. I think you should take the little work shop when she runs it again. It was about $100 for a month and you get to upload photos and get critisism and help with any questions you have. She has a TON of information that she lays out to read and learn from. It is all stuff that for the most part is more technical- like aperature, ISO, and stuff like that but definately worth learning!! I'll tell you when the next sign-ups are. It probably won't be for another 4-6 months... but I'll watch for it for you, if you'd like!
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