Well it is hard to believe we are at the end of the year! I have never really blogged before, but I hear from so many how interesting and therapeutic it can be.  I see I blogged before when I used to sell Avon, and then stopped after one post, and of course I also stopped selling Avon!  I decided I needed to simplify things in my life. I have been through so much in my life, and have learned how simplifying things is so much less stress.  I don't want to say a lot here, I am rather a private person, and maybe in time I will open up a little more, but for now I am just trying out blogging and maybe keep it on discussion topics rather than anything else.  I was thinking the other day how we are so advanced with technology and its such a wonderful thing and I love playing around with computers, smart phones, I love to learn.  One thing I find though that is a downfall is so many people are starting to lose touch with not only themselves but with each other.  It is almost unheard of for some people to talk on the phone, everyone skypes or texts.  I think the skype idea is wonderful, but texting is good, but not at the cost of not being with someone, looking them in the eyes and connecting.  True connection in its finest form is eye contact.  Think about when you are in love with someone what is more beautiful than that lost in your eyes moment eh?  Well same with friendship, you can connect with someone on a much deeper level speaking to them, not at them via texting.  I am not saying I am against it in any way, I text quite often, but I also pick up the phone and call, and I also make time to have family time or friends time spending time with that person or group.  I don't want us to become a world that no one talks anymore, debates, jokes...and I am afraid some days that is where we are headed and its rather scary.  If anyone is reading this, take a few moments this week, call a friend, or a family member that you have not spoke to for awhile. I guarantee you won't be disappointed!