Most people dream of finding "the one" whom they can picture themselves holding hands and growing old with. One thing that I am noticing in our culture is that people seem more connected to their personal devices like their cell phone, tablet, and PC's than people.
With the advent of Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, who needs actual real life friends? People seem to be more concerned of their online image and appearance more than actually connecting with others face to face.
Even the majority of communications appear to be via text vs a more personal phone call which will actually take a little more time and perhaps better discussions.
As the tech age continue to thrive, it seems that play dates and peer to peer relationships are on the sidelines to video gaming. The tweens prefer to play video games on Xbox live alone or with their friends online vs. actually participating in an alternate fun activity together.
I believe that it is extremely important to be able to spend time with those close to you at various ages in life. I am concerned that we are becoming more disconnected with people and more connected with electronics.
I feel like I am one of the last parents to frequently invite other children over to our home or to participate in activities like playing outside, swimming, basketball, movies, bowling, or the pool. By the way, when has "playing outside" become considered outdated?
Am I old fashioned or living in an alternate universe? Is this a right of passage for tweens nowadays? My son just told me most of the kids at school pass one another without a friendly greeting.