so, I spontaneously took a month off of facebook. I kept messenger for communication purposes, but my mom graciously changed my password for me and my friend managed my photography account for me. that is why I did not post or respond to comments as much during march. you probs didn't notice, but that's why.
now. what does that have to do with these pictures of plants?
nothing, actually. these photos are from a trip to terrain (cafe/greenhouse) with my friend Monica over a month ago that were too pretty for me not to share. if you have never been there, you should go, and take me with you.
anyways, back to facebook. when I got off I simply wanted to reduce the minutes of scrolling in between homework assignments in an attempt to declutter my life a bit for a season in order to reach a goal.
at first, I realized how frustrated I would get when I opened a tab mid-paper to check notifications but couldn't log in. after a while, I just stopped opening the tab and continued writing my paper. productivity increase: check.
it disconnected me a bit from the current social happenings, such as an engagement I was unaware of until someone congratulated my co-worker in front of me (oops). but I didn't super miss it otherwise.
decluttering: check.
it's nice to know that I can live without it and gain some perspective. so now I'm back on, but I think twice more about opening that tab while doing homework. I could go on about the effects of social media, idolatry, comparison, escape - the possibilities are endless, but you've probably heard it before and only you know where you are on the spectrum. I appreciate facebook as a tool to encourage, laugh, provoke thought, stay connected, and share. like these photos. I hope this made you think - now I hope these photos brighten your day! scroll away. (:
I love your pictures....! They're absolutely gorgeous.
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