Kats’ Korner: Times Are Changing

Times are changing every moment. I was reflecting on the many changes that have happened in my 51 years of life.

I remember black and white television without a remote and only four channels to watch.

Then came console colored television with a remote. We thought we were “styling” with this invention!

My how times have changed! Now we have flat screen televisions, satellite or cable channels, hundreds of them if you desire. You can also have Internet on your television! Who could have ever imagined that?

I am also amazed at the ever-changing technology world we live in. There are good aspects of it, and some not so good aspects.

I personally like my privacy. I love my time at home, which I consider private, so far. Cameras are everywhere though, observing people all over the world. I am not bothered about a camera being on me, as I don’t do anything worth watching, but I do consider it somewhat of a violation of privacy.

But, cameras can also be a lifesaver. Cameras have solved many crimes, finding criminals and saving lives.

As is true of every scenario, there are good points and bad points.

I also would have never dreamed I would carry a phone around with me, allowing me to make and receive calls, texts, emails and take pictures at any given moment.

Again, privacy can be invaded at any time of the day or night. Given an emergency, I am grateful for my cell phone. There are times it is annoying too, but that is the way life has become.

I have learned how to cope with it, deciding to schedule time away from technology. I have many hobbies that I enjoy, so I take a break and unwind crocheting or reading a book.

We have come a long way. Good or bad, we are here and can’t do much about it.

I wonder what the world will be like when my grandkids are grown and have children of their own? I hope I am around to see it so they can explain new technology to me!