I’m also pushing myself back into decision making mode so I’ve decided to switch to a Mac laptop. Happily my son will go to the Apple Store with me and guide me to one that will meet how I plan to use it without overbuying. He also wants to make sure it is one that will last me a long time.
I do need to find some tutorials and think about how to structure a learning plan to reduce frustration. So far my Google searches have shown me that people of all ages find switching from long time Windows use is a steep learning curve so at least I know it’s not just me. My son has convinced me to also use Google cloud storage, use Google docs instead of Office, and use a password manager. My brain and frustration levels are in for a workout.
My desktop was bought on 2013 though as was my Kindle so it has served me well and I need to change before it has a breakdown. My son also took care of deciding on a replacement Kindle and simply ordered me one and said it was a birthday present. I do tend to keep technology a long time. That learning curve should be easy!
I call my oldest son my techie son because he knows so much more about it than me. I always call on him when I have difficulties with my computer and he advises me on what I should do when things change.
ReplyDeleteIsn’t it great that they can help us!
DeleteHa!! I can relate to your struggles. One daughter and my sister are begging me to switch to an iPhone but I had one years ago and found it dreadful. But I think it was a rare model that had a lot of issues. My current Samsung was an insurance-provided replacement for my phone that blew into the hot tub. Grrr. It quickly overheats and shuts down. I need something else but don't feel like spending the money. And right now, I am not up to learning/relearning an iPhone.
ReplyDeleteLilacs. Oh, how delightful their fragrance. They remind me of childhood, too. Wish we could grow one here.
I’d forgotten about their “perfume “. I do really like my iPhone and wouldn’t want to switch back.
DeleteI usually get our youngest son to help with computer/tech things so you are definitely not alone. After working with a Windows computer I don't know if I could make the transfer to an Apple. You are very brave.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
He is my younger son and a software engineering exec so there is that. I am not wanting to switch to apple but my iPhone and iPad suggest it is a good idea. 🤪
DeleteThe lilacs remind me of childhood too, but the image that pops in my head is of an Avon Field Flowers creme perfume container. Green glass bottom with a plastic lavender-colored lid: https://www.ebay.com/itm/276052580339
ReplyDeleteI loved Field Flowers scent, and my mother let me wear it, since it was kind of a delicate scent a preteen could get away with.
What a lovely memory. Do you still wear perfume?
DeleteVery rarely. :)
DeleteWhere the lilacs in bloom this time of year? Here in Michigan we only see flowers in the spring. I LOVE them and I've had them in every house I've lived in over the past 80 years until my recent move.
ReplyDeleteWe are just north of Berkeley, Ca and these are in bloom now. Our seasons are a bit different than in the Midwest.
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