Another couple of shots I got in the park yesterday were these two young lovers sitting by the pond at the entrance of the Zoo Office and Education Center.
And what do you suppose they were doing?
Text me your love.
Gee whiz, I think this fellow is a little to focused on his worship of super heroes.
How very sad, Bob "RealMan" Timm. I was expecting something a little more personal. Maybe the advances of technology have also set us back in some ways.
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
Hi Bob,
I was waiting for the romance.... we can't fix others but we sure can make sure we personally don't fall into that trap!
Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
I'm a BIG fan of romance myself Sheri Sperry - MCNE® . If this is love today no wonder our population is taking a dive.
Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
Not to long ago we were eating out and a father and daughter were at dinner together ans they didn't look at each other or talk, they were too busy on their phones.
Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
Isn' that sad Joe Pryor ? I love visiting with my daughter even tho at times I really have to draw answers out of her.
Bob,
Let me assure you that we still see people who talk to each other of all ages, and no phones in the vicinity. A
Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
That's a beautiful thing Ron and Alexandra Seigel 
. The world need more vis a vis communication.
While undoubtedly technology has brought much improvement to our lives in many ways, much of it has always lead to a degradation of many things, social and communication skills seemingly the big losers.
Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
And how disastrous could that be Susan Haughton . On a day that we remember those who died for our country you wonder how many more will because of our lack of communication with each other.
Good morning Bob. My wife and I see it all the time. Without fail when we go out to eat we see a couple and either one or both of them hardly speak or eat because they are texting away on their cell phones
Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
Same here James Dray but then again my Bride and I usually only eat out at fast food places but I think it's even sadder when you see it at a nice restaurant.
Yesterday evening, a neighbor and I were reminiscing about days when grandkids visited and jumped around on living room floors, and used the couches as trampolines. There was usually a lot of giggles and shouting going on with that activity. Now when they visit, they sit quietly on couches staring blankly at tech screens. Homes are a whole lot quieter these days, and I don't know if that is a good thing.
Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
I'm going to step out and say that it is NOT a good thing Myrl Jeffcoat . Thank you for your word picture of the grandkids... I remember being one of those about 60 years ago.
It seems that people are always looking at their phones these days, rather than looking at each other, haha.
Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
Or even watching the road Brian England 
Bob "RealMan" Timm as Linda Blumenthal noted on her comment, "How very sad". Dumb guy, look in her beautiful eyes and kiss her!
Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
That's what I was thinking as well Sandy Padula and Norm Padula, JD, GRI NMLS#1483386 .
Sandy Padula & Norm Pa...
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Bob, it is sad that people sit together and text rather than interacting with each other.
Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
It sure is Sybil Campbell . If I were that young man I'd be kissing that young lady... I was always very focused with the ladies I was with.
I knew from the rear view that they were both looking at their phones. Amazing that we see this behavior wherever we go.
Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
It was obvious that they were not kissing but the way she is leaning into him I didn't think they both would be on their phones Debbie Reynolds . No wonder the birth rate is down.
Whatever did people do before cell phones ? Actually communicate !
Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
They sure have been a mixed blessing haven't they Sally K. & David L. Hanson . I remember as a traveling salesman in the olden days I knew where every phone booth in every little town was. What would/does Superman do these days?
Hi Bob... this is totally hysterical! Just spent the long weekend with four grandchildren and they also are constantly checking their phones.
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
I promise you Nina Hollander that when we get together I won't be looking at my phone (and I hope you won't be looking at yours).
Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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