I am seriously considering doing away with our TV when we return home. Looks like we're better off without it.

The first week we were here the boys wanted to watch a lot of TV, or I should say movies. There isn't TV reception here, but quite a collection of older movies. So, to ease the transition, I let them. Our second week I noticed that they were playing outside a lot more, even though it was sweltering hot, and they were enjoying each other's company. Then they started reading more. Lots more. Now, almost everywhere we go they have a book in tow. They read in the car. They read when we're waiting for food at a restaurant (which usually takes an hour.) They read every night in bed. And...they're still playing outside with other children. They seem to have forgotten the TV. It reminds me of our time living in the RV.

While we were on the road, with limited TV access, they did the same thing. They could entertain themselves with anything--sticks, dirt, whatever. They had to. We only brought 2 bins of toys, and one of those stayed underneath the RV while we traveled. They played together outside a lot (because there wasn't much space inside), read all the time, and got along beautifully. So, I'm considering eliminating the television from our lives. It's just a crutch--a time filler. Based on what I've seen, I think the boys are actually happier and more well-rounded without that distraction. How about you? Do you feel like the TV is taking over? Have you ever tried fasting TV for a month? Have any of you given it up entirely? Are you happier without it or missing it? Just wondered...