New Computer, New Approach

Well, I finally have my own computer again! I've been borrowing my brother-in-law's Dell Mini since turning in the work laptop nearly eight months ago. I so appreciate him helping me out for what (unintentionally) ended up being much longer than expected. Unfortunately, though, it hasn't exactly been ideal for blogging...it is so tiny, the touchpad is broken (requiring a mouse that's all too tempting for Grace), and it's slowed down significantly with the addition of my many pictures. I've been spending way more time than I should in trying to get caught up, which has gotten on all of our nerves around here. :)

So, my sweet husband got me a MacBook Pro with the understanding that I'll become more efficient with my computer time (no more excuses). I'm definitely still figuring it out - Apple newbie here - but already see it being much better. At the same time, I've come to the conclusion that my long rambling posts and millions of pictures just aren't necessary...especially now that we're through Grace's first year. I'm sure I'll appreciate being able to look back on them later, but I don't want to take precious time away from my family now. I've realized I'm just way too detail-oriented and way too much of a perfectionist for serious blogging...it's way too time-consuming for me.

This has been on my heart and mind for a while, so it's interesting that it also came up today in my new women's bible study (which I'm loving already). It was mentioned that the number one thing children in therapy have to say about their parents is that they're always on their phone or computer. That made me want to throw up a little. Grace can't ever think that about us! So, my posts are going to start looking a bit different. I'm aiming for more frequent/regular posts, but much more brief. A little blurb and some pictures...done. I've already added a few that way and it's definitely easier, and I'm caught up (well, except for Mexico). Anyway, I'm excited. That's all.