by Hanna Joseff

Created on: June 03, 2010   Last Updated: June 04, 2010

More people are relying on the Internet and making it a necessity in their daily lives.  As technology gets more modern and everyone seems to go wireless, there's no need to rely on a home Internet connection for most.  Some are able to gain access at work to check emails and stuff whilst others have broadband connection on the go.  However, for those whom are temporarily or permanently without a home Internet connection and seeking tips to survive, here are some options:-

Stacking Up on Books To Read

This is perhaps one of the best time to catch up on stuffs which you are wanting to read but not having the time to.  Borrow some from the library if you have yet to or buy one which catches your eye and spend time reading them.  Make a mental note to write a review for it when you are done, just for future reference.  It is also good to pass the time by choosing this activity, and this is a good way to rest your fingers from surfing the Internet.  Spending time to read may also be considered as a relaxation time with a cup of coffee or tea to accompany and some nice, slow music to relax the mind.

Play Indoor Games

There are lots of indoor games that can be played with family members and love ones.  Invite a close friend over for a game of chess or a group of players for Monopoly and etc.  Rejoice the time when Internet access wasn't made widespread at most homes, and when life was much simpler with people playing indoor games and forming a close bond with one another.  If you like, have a tea party after the game session and a snack or two.

Gardening Activity

If you have a small garden at the back of your home, or in the front porch, and have since left it unattended, now is the perfect time to tend to it.  It's time to get those tools out and tear away the weeds.  You might want to plant a small plant or two, and treat it as a form of exercise as well.

Home Project

There may be an old attic unattended for long, or certain parts of your home which need attention.  Hence, dusts have collected and some broken furniture which need to be fixed.  Spend some time to attend to these.  Make it your mini home project which may take most of your time at home.  In fact, it is really fun to revamp your home or parts of it even if it's only spring cleaning.  Involve your kids and spouse for this project and form a special bond with them.  The amount of happiness derived is priceless.  After all, a beautiful home makes the heart grows fonder. 

Not Bad After All

These are some activities which may help you to survive even without a home Internet connection.  After all, without the existence of Internet before, people are able to survive and filling their time with fun stuffs to do at home. 

Do tell yourself that these options are like small blessings in disguise, which you may have realized that the time taken to spend on the Internet has really sucked up most of the time, preventing you from doing them.  So, now is the time to catch up.

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