tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1473387128642021993.post1801215655382906024..comments2024-03-05T20:00:47.681-06:00Comments on Blogging 'Bout Boys: Life OfflineJennifer Finkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10568576650343979230noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1473387128642021993.post-15697356597367788872009-05-26T01:44:52.888-05:002009-05-26T01:44:52.888-05:00I'm a firm believer in modeling behavior (though I...I'm a firm believer in modeling behavior (though I'm not always perfect at it ;) And while I also believe that there are good things to be had from screen time (my son's doctor actually *recommended* that we get him video games!) - I also notice a pronounced negative change in his behavior if he spends too much time in front of them. I think, as with anything, that moderation is the key.Firefly Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09742562729182149224noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1473387128642021993.post-55031891773582036972009-05-25T14:36:23.544-05:002009-05-25T14:36:23.544-05:00Andrea -- You have some great ideas. I think what...Andrea -- You have some great ideas. I think what trips me up a lot of the time are the varying ages of my boys. There are things I could do with my 8 and 11 yr. old that I just can't do when I have a 3 yr. old along. Although we did find out that the climbing gym is a great place for the entire family to get some exercise in. Everyone can be active at his or her own level.Jennifer Finkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10568576650343979230noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1473387128642021993.post-48911077150542569022009-05-24T13:56:51.322-05:002009-05-24T13:56:51.322-05:00No comment. *blushing*No comment. *blushing*Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1473387128642021993.post-43174394354132277022009-05-23T19:38:23.041-05:002009-05-23T19:38:23.041-05:00Non-digital options? We have a one year old "pupp...Non-digital options? We have a one year old "puppy" that requires attention from all of us, including our twice daily walks with her. I walk, the boys either scooter or bike, and we go around the neighborhood. The added benefit of this is meeting our older neighbors who also walk. We do this around 10am, so we all have had "ample" time on our computers beforehand (usually we are on by 7:30).<br /><br />I am not a TV watcher, and my kids have (so far) followed my inclination to turn it off unless there is something really important to watch. We also have 2 mini tramps and a treadmill in front of the TV so it is a dynamic outlet for us.<br /><br />I love to hike, bike and be outside. We are active pretty much everyday. I watch them carefully while they are at the computer, they have definite "signs" that indicate they are looking for some active time. I try to always suggest getting outside after multiple falls off the chair, trips back and forth to the counter to climb it, or general restlessness.<br /><br />Of course, my profession is physical therapy, and I teach health and fitness for fun. Maybe I should blog about my ideas for getting out and active!Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16642947276308505560noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1473387128642021993.post-45750999110038328522009-05-23T18:29:22.130-05:002009-05-23T18:29:22.130-05:00Good point about modeling behavior you expect your...Good point about modeling behavior you expect your children to follow. It definitely makes sense to teach your children to pay attention to what people do, and not so much what they say. <br /><br />That being said, it's a good thing I have no children living with me at home, that mine are grown. I wouldn't want them spending too much time on the Internet, cell phones and other techy stuff. But guess where I'm at these days? Oh boy!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09505661913107994459noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1473387128642021993.post-68716197043242252522009-05-23T15:18:07.692-05:002009-05-23T15:18:07.692-05:00I have been feeling that a lot that all my free ti...I have been feeling that a lot that all my free time is computer time. I enjoy it, I like checking blogs, and peoples status on facebook but I too am realizing there are better things I could be doing and while I enjoy screen time I need more time just reflecting and not being consumed by the online world ...<br /><br />Great post!Just Believinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02209860792709070040noreply@blogger.com