It’s been 16 days since I last wrote.
To technology, that helps with human connections, I thank you.
When I started traveling in 2002, it was difficult to stay in touch with friends and family in Korea. I could only send messages in English on my phone, a problem because my relatives and friends don’t speak English. I couldn’t write in Korean because the multiple language packs we take for granted did not yet exist.
It was like writing on a fixed number of keys on a type writer, and sending the message over the phone.
Sometime between then and now, I can send a message in any language I want.
Just now, I updated the Whatsapp profile picture of a group chat, to get everyone excited for the December family trip.
How magical is it to be able to speak to loved ones globally at the touch of finger tip? To share photos and silly banter with no expectations, happy with the asynchronous feedback loop. For me, who used to struggle to communicate in one language, I am much happier than I used to be.
I know. Social media has its down sides, but after so many scrolls, listening and watching digital content, I am more inspired to go outside and explore.
Digital device is for use when I am alone, away from people. The phone allows me to connect, plan and set aside time (calendar invites), so that I can be fully present with the person I choose to spend time with.
I used to lament technology and talk about good old day.
I was wrong, and I am wrong often. The good old day is today.
Have a great evening. Thanks for stopping by. I have a lot of catching up to. Except I cannot. I can only move forward. Today is day 74. I had posted into the future, day 76. So I have to write Day 75 and 77 onwards.
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