Plans for the Warm Season
Easter, or is it the Easter Bunny? is just around the corner. It’s going to be a long weekend, and that’s about it. It’s become a tradition among the Dutch to spend those days looking for a new car or… a new kitchen. Not me, though. I’m perfectly happy with what I (don’t) have. I wouldn’t spend that much money on a Sunday either.
Plans for the warmer season?
The clocks have gone forward an hour again. I wish that nonsense would finally stop, because it doesn’t save us any electricity. The only thing you can do about it is emigrate to a warmer place, which in turn makes planning holidays difficult. Travelling will be difficult, if not impossible, in the near future.
My plans? A short break after doing some repairment jobs. There’s an art market coming up with the painting group, probably in June. I really hope it’s the warm season by then.
My plans for tomorrow (it didn’t rain today, so I painted a part of the kitchen, did two loads of washing and mowed a large section of the lawn) are to try painting some hard-boiled eggs. According to the painting teacher, you can do this with acrylic paint and... the eggs can still be eaten. I’m not sure if that’s true, but in any case it’ll be a meal with meaning (in the artistic sense).
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When I read about the washing machine, I think, this appliance is one of the most essential for me, well, after the refrigerator , it's a great help to me.
I go for the toilet, the water closet and the washing machine. I can do without a fridge and did for many years. Today there's a small one and most of the times it is empty or there are things inside not needing a fridge at all.
All together people have a lot of help like: coffee machines, laundry dryers, dishwashing machines, washing machines, television sets and radios, cameras (no need to visit the photographer), supermarket, microwaves, fixed food, private transport like cars, bikes, ebikes. Even a phone call is easy (no operator needed). So I do question how it can be that no one has time. Baking your own bread, pies,along marmelade,Ewing is also no longer part of our daily routine. I refuse to believe we are more occupied then our ancestors. It is just how we arrange our lives and simply care about spending time with the computer more than other people and the lack of will.
Let's be serious: even if you are busy how much time does it cost to make a call or send a SMS? You can even do that if you sit on the toilet, cook, or take a bath. Still people rather waste hours watching screens, things they don't like instead of connecting with others.
Writing is too much asked for sure.
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The comment by @wakeupkitty.pal presents a thought-provoking critique of modern society's relationship with time and technology. Here's a structured summary of the key points and underlying themes:
1. Abundance of Conveniences: The commenter notes that modern life is filled with time-saving devices and technologies, such as washing machines, microwaves, and smartphones, which theoretically should provide more free time.
2. Perception of Busyness: Despite these conveniences, people often claim to be busier than ever. The commenter questions this, suggesting that the perception of busyness is not due to a lack of time but rather how it is allocated.
3. Shift in Priorities: The shift away from traditional activities like baking or preserving food to more passive, technology-driven pastimes is highlighted. This change reflects a societal choice to prioritize convenience and entertainment over engagement and connection.
4. Quality vs. Quantity of Time: The commenter emphasizes that the issue is not the quantity of time but its quality. Modern life often fills free time with unfulfilling activities, leading to a sense of emptiness despite constant connectivity.
5. Critique of Modern Communication: The preference for quick, superficial interactions over meaningful connections is criticized. Writing, for instance, is seen as too effort-intensive, reflecting a broader trend towards easier, less engaging communication methods.
6. Time Perception and Complacency: The abundance of options and distractions can create a sense of overwhelm, making time feel scarce. This perception, rather than actual busyness, leads to feelings of being overwhelmed.
7. Call to Reevaluate Priorities: The commenter advocates for a reevaluation of how time is spent, urging a focus on meaningful activities and human connection over passive consumption and isolation.
In essence, the comment is a call to reflect on how we use technology and time, advocating for a return to activities and connections that bring fulfillment and a sense of community. It challenges the notion that modern life is inherently busier and instead suggests that our choices in how we allocate time are at the root of our dissatisfaction.
--Reasoning--
Okay, so I'm trying to understand this comment by @wakeupkitty.pal. They're talking about how people have so many modern conveniences but still claim to have no time. They mention things like toilets, washing machines, and how they don't need a fridge, which is interesting. They also list a bunch of appliances and technologies that make life easier, like coffee machines, microwaves, cars, and smartphones.
The main point seems to be that even though we have all these time-saving devices, people say they're busier than ever. But the commenter doesn't buy it. They think it's about how we choose to spend our time, not a lack of it. They mention that activities like baking bread or making preserves aren't common anymore, implying that people used to spend time on these things but now don't.
They also touch on communication, saying that making a call or sending a text is quick and can be done anywhere, even while doing other tasks. But instead of connecting with others, people spend hours on screens, watching things they don't even like. They find it strange that people prefer this over reaching out to others, and they think writing is too much to ask, which is why they're using ChatGPT.
So, to break it down, the commenter is criticizing modern society for prioritizing screen time and passive consumption over meaningful interactions. They believe that the abundance of technology should free up time, but instead, people waste it on unfulfilling activities. They're pointing out a societal shift in how time is allocated and the resulting isolation despite having more conveniences.
I think the underlying issue here is about the quality of time versus quantity. Just because we have more free time doesn't mean we use it in ways that bring fulfillment or connection. The commenter is highlighting a choice: we can use technology to enhance our lives or let it control how we spend our time, leading to feelings of busyness without real connection.
I wonder if the commenter is also touching on the idea that modern life's convenience leads to complacency. We have so much, but we don't use our time to engage in meaningful activities or build relationships. Instead, we're passively entertained, which doesn't require effort or engagement. This can lead to a sense of emptiness or disconnection despite being constantly connected through technology.
Another angle is the concept of time perception. Even though we have more free time, the way we perceive it might make it feel scarce. With so many options and distractions, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and like there's no time for what's truly important. The commenter is suggesting that this is a matter of priorities, not actual busyness.
I also notice the mention of writing being too much to ask. This could relate to the idea that people prefer easier, quicker forms of communication, like texting or social media, over writing letters or even making calls. It's about the effort required to engage deeply versus the ease of superficial interactions.
Overall, the comment is a critique of how modern society uses technology and time, arguing that we've lost sight of what's truly important—human connection and meaningful activities. The abundance of conveniences hasn't led to more fulfilling lives but rather to a different kind of busyness that isolates us.
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Remember that I love milk with coffee, so the refrigerator is essential for me.
What for? Do you store coffee in it or milk? Do you buy fresh milk that only lasts for two days? So you buy milk for a month ahead?
I keep my milk outside the fridge, no problem at all l. All you need is a cool place and of course you should drink the milk coffee in a big mug.
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I buy milk every 3 days , it's best to keep it in the refrigerator. This appliance is essential for me. I also store other products in it.