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On more than one occasion you have heard me express my skepticism on the beneficial effects of technology on our culture. Proponents obviously claim it has a positive effect, and proudly point at the capacity, speed, and sizzle embedded in such things as computers, cell phones, and other electronic devices, but I’m still not convinced. For example:

* We can communicate with anyone on the planet at any time from just about anywhere (and too often we do), yet we haven’t got anything useful to say or say it at the wrong time and place. Further, our command of the English language is slipping, newspapers and magazines are failing, and book publishing is sharply diminishing, thereby indicating a decline in reading.

* We can now write beautiful documents, but our grammar and spelling seems to be degenerating. People may know how to send text messages, but have difficulty composing an effective business letter.

* Our automobiles now offer abundant luxuries through electronics, but the cost to repair and maintain them has skyrocketed.

* We can now purchase items and make travel reservations on-line, thereby displacing this function from trained ... Read More >>

There are four distinct generations sharing space on our planet. Personal communication preferences for each generation change with advanced technology and with their willingness to accept those changes.

We have the Silent Generation encompassing those individuals born before 1946. Immediately following this group is the Baby Boomer Generation, which includes people born between 1946 and 1964. The years between 1965 and 1980 gave rise to Generation X. Earning the right to bear the name of the Millennial Generation, this group of individuals born after 1980 did not reach the age of maturity until after passing into the 21st century.

With the advances made in all areas of our lives, there is not any wonder that everyone has completely different lifestyle experiences and different means of personal communication. While every generation strives to live in harmony with one another, it can be quite daunting to try to engage and embrace all the changes that have taken place over the past one hundred plus years.

Each generation builds on the accomplishments of previous generations while discarding the boondoggles of those that went before them. Some things once ... Read More >>