“Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known.” Carl Sagan
As I wrote this column by candlelight, it made me wonder what life was like for our ancestors who lived before electricity. Without the distraction of blue light screens, they most likely slept better and without the massive onslaught of information they probably were more peaceful. So, despite our electricity being reinstated, I’m planning on going on a digital diet just like Waterloo students. Anyone else want to join me in experiencing a simpler life filled with more handwritten notes, walks in nature and face to face communications?
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