For the last two years I have been living and working in Atlanta with all of my family back in Oregon. As Angie and I have worked to "figure this out" we have learned the importance of consistency, routine, timing and communication.
So far it has worked OK, but it isn't perfect and it is hard to be away from your family. Particularly true when that family begins to grow with the addition of grandchildren. Skype is a wonderful thing and I enjoy it immensely as Danielle begins to interact with the camera as if we are in the room. I can't wait until Madison does the same. But even Skype only fills one need for connection.
Now that I have an iPad, my mobility and ability to connect has gone up. I am getting better at Facebook ( I know, not that hard right?) and I really enjoy reading what is happening with my kids, Angie's sister and mother and my brother and sister's kids.
One of my favorite things about Facebook is the ability to link a URL to a post, like when Stephanie posts on her blog and then posts a link on Facebook. I really really like it when she posts a video of Danielle.
So that is where she has inspired me. I am going to do my best to keep a regular post as a way of connecting back to family and friends while I am here in Atlanta. I have learned with age that nothing is permanent and that includes my time here, but for now, I would like my kids to have a way of connecting with me in addition to the regular phone and skype calls.
So, here we go!
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