It is weird but I find myself living in the moment a little more knowing I can capture the moment and share it on the blog. Walking in the park, I imagine my friends who live in far away places and what they might like about the local flora and fauna I take for granted as plain. When enjoying a pint or brewing, I concentrate on the experience a little more so I know what to authentically share come blog time.
Imagine the distraction of a smart phone and online blog actually helping me live in and appreciate the moment a little more. Never expected that.
The phone is a tool like any other - it can be used for good or "evil". The thing is that for most, the draw to the dark side of the force is too strong to overcome, and rather than being creative, they are consumptive.