Comments on: Closing Down FlowerDust.net

By: Sophia Dare

Sophia Dare — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 23:54:01 +0000

Hi Anne! Just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy this dialogue and your writings. I have wrestled with this same question as I have 2 wildboys (well, 3 counting my husband)- one that I homeschool and have had to become more cognizant of the time I spend online. I consider my time on FB and blogging to be a ministry, but sometimes need to shut it off and go “minister” to my own family. I think it all depends on each individuals lifestyle and season, as to their use and benefits of social media. I was speaking for about 3 yrs, but found that as I went out to encourage others to celebrate the special moments in their lives, I was personally missing our special moments. There is a season for everything. I still love FB and occasionally blogging, but this dialogue has helped me view my time and energies with more specific intent. Thanks for being you!

By: C @ Polka Dots and Pansies

C @ Polka Dots and Pansies — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 16:36:53 +0000

Good for you. :]

By: Lex

Lex — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 20:53:10 +0000

Seriously, you can come back now. *sigh*

By: Kelsey

Kelsey — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 04:58:16 +0000

I really admire what you are doing too. I come from a very similar background to yours, and I never observed Lent growing up in a Baptist church either. But I sometimes to do feel like Facebook takes up a good deal of my time that should be given to God, so I considered giving it up for Lent this year myself. I decided not to, but am still considering doing it some other time, just to see if I benefit from it. I also considered doing the water only thing, but then decided in the end not to do either one, for fear of wrongful motives….

By: Elle

Elle — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 02:39:54 +0000

I have to admit, it has actually been nice not to have my google reader updated with posts from you BECAUSE I know you are doing something of obedience and adding value to your life. I am proud of you that you have not broken your commitment! I am praying that God will continue to sustain you as you take a break from your online community. Blessings Anne! :)