I had a chance to read an except from this book for my Social Foundations class. It's really interesting to think about the way that technology affects our lives. We think we're saving time by shopping online or by using other new technology. Instead other things seep into the time gaps filling them up like sand or water fills in to replace anything that's removed.
My favourite quote from this except is about the little stuff in life (the junk) and says: "The junk is what keeps us human -- grounded and connected to our lives, to others, and to our world. It is the realm of the impromtu act, the glace, the word, the thrill of being seen as a person, not because of your title, your position, or you rmoney but because you are there and involved."
Turns out the junk is more than junk and is actually the essential element of being a human being. Since Valentine's Day is coming up, Februrary seems like a good time to make human connections, to remember to say hello, to smile or just engage in our surroundings. And if you're looking for a little more inspiration the next edition of All Things Girl launches on the 1st, entitled Heart and Soul.