Yes I did it. I finally turned off the cable in our house. Why you asked? Well it was a myriad of reasons. And I will list them.

1. The family really doesn't watch that much TV- it usually watches us;
2. I felt the need to study and read more (miss that reading);
3. We have Netflix.com subscription (takes care of movies and some series )
4. We have  Hulu.com and Youtube.com;
5. This will force me write more without distractions;
6. Youngest son grades have been slipping. (See above - less distractions);
7. The cable bill was topping $200.00 a month- Money can be invested elsewhere for better return;
8. Hoping it will promote more family time;
9. Hoping it will promote more family conversation; and
10. WE JUST NEED A CHANGE.

I think we as a people have created too many "got to have" necessities. I have been for the last few years simplifying my life. Getting rid of some of the constant distractions. This will give us a time to be creative with out talking heads and people yelling at us all the time.  Well, we will see how this experiment goes. I will keep you posted.  What have you cut out of life in the last year or so?  Tell us what and why.

J. Richard Byrd