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No TV Update: Three Years and Counting

June 14, 2012

No TV Update: Three Years and Counting

Three years ago, my husband and I gave up our television when we moved overseas. At the time, I had no idea how we’d feel about its absence, or whether or not we’d replace it upon our return. Well, I’m happy to report that we love being TV-free, and have no intention of obtaining another.

In fact, we recently traveled to Texas for a family wedding, and during the five days in our hotel suite never once turned on the TV (we didn’t even notice its presence until the third or fourth day!).

Here’s a quick rundown on how tuning out the tube has enhanced our lives:

More silence.… {Read more}

Filed Under: Home, Minsumerism, One Less Thing Tagged With: minimalist, television, tv

Minimalist Living: Life Without a TV

November 12, 2009

Minimalist Living: Life Without a TV

For years, my husband and I talked about giving up our TV. We hadn’t had cable in a decade, hardly watched anything other than the news, and didn’t like the way it was the focal point of our living room.

But for some reason we could never take the crucial step of getting rid of the darn thing. Worse yet: when a lightning storm conveniently destroyed it for us, what did we do? We went out and bought another one. {sigh}

Our recent overseas move, however, provided us with another chance to be TV-free. And this time, I’m happy to report, we took it.… {Read more}

Filed Under: Home Tagged With: minimalist, television

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