I have a love/hate relationship with technology.
I try to leave my phone in the other room when at home and the kids are awake. I want them to think that they are the priority over the “ding” on my phone.
Every once in a while, they will say, “Beth, your phone just went off.” My responses vary from, “Thanks for letting me know,” or, “If it’s an emergency, whoever that is will call me.”
The time we spend at work, developing relationships with our coworkers is sometimes just as important as it is at home.
When you’re in a meeting, leave your phone in your office. To me, there’s nothing worse than someone being on their phone the entire time their in the meeting. What about those who check their Apple watch every 10 seconds. You know who you are!
Your time is important, and I understand that, but there’s a level of respect that comes with being present at work and at home.
The time we get with our kids and the relationship building we have at work isn’t something we can ever get back, so here’s today’s thought:
Show up for your kids and your family as much as you can so they feel loved, respected and valued, whether you’re their grandparent, bio parent, bonus parent, sibling, spouse, girlfriend, etc.
Put the phone away. Play games with your kids. Be respectful to your coworkers.
Even I can do better, too, considering I’m in my home office drafting this very post while the kids are in the living room playing LEGOS.
How will you choose to be present today?
Right now, I’m going to wrap up and go play with LEGOS.
Aunt Bubba
Bubba & Co. 
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