I’m not sure if you’ve noticed, but Millie is now running Storm Wisdom’s social media—and she’s doing a great job! I love her lighthearted approach.

And let’s be real—if you’re a small business today, being visible online isn’t optional. It’s a requirement. It’s like waving at cars on Shea Blvd—a quick reminder that we’re here, open, and ready to serve.

But personally… since Millie took over our social media pages—and also became a grandma! (Congratulations, Millie!)—I haven’t been on social media much at all. Honestly, it’s a relief not having to think about what to post on Instagram or Facebook.

I’ve always had a love/hate relationship with it. On one hand, I genuinely enjoy staying connected with friends, especially those who live far away. I’ve watched my friends’ kids grow up from a distance and seen my nieces and nephews celebrating milestones I might have otherwise missed. That part is great.

But with that connection comes an endless stream of “must-have” gadgets, quick-fix solutions, and trends I never knew I needed. It’s amazing how five minutes of catching up ends up requiring 20 minutes of scrolling through meaningless content.

The biggest realization, though? I was using social media as a substitute for actual social interaction.

It’s not just social media that’s changed the way we connect. We text more than we call. We order food delivered to our door, drive through to pick up a coffee, and there are countless other ways in which our interactions have become almost transactional.

This means going “old school” isn’t easy either. The ways we used to meet others or stay in touch now feel clunky and a bit awkward. So as the world keeps changing, I’m figuring out how to reconnect in ways that feel meaningful—without all the digital distractions.

How do you balance it? Have you found a way to stay truly connected without getting lost in the noise? Inquiring minds want to know!

I would love to hear your thoughts!

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