The World of Skype

Okay, I know this technology has been around for awhile, but we are new to it in the Crout House. We always saw it as something teens did or you did with people overseas, but with Ryan away at school- we have discovered what a treasure it is.

Dan got the camera when Ryan and his parents were going to video conference every week- to see how school is going. His mom didn't end up doing it, but Dan just loved it. The first time the boys saw Ryan they were so excited. We told them to come see Ryan in Dad's office- they ran in thinking that Ryan was actually at the house. Their disappointment was short lived- they loved seeing their brother (even if a little square on the computer monitor).

Dan and I agreed that night, that this was the best money spent. Just having that personal touch every few days made Ryan not seem so far away. So, Dan is now convinced we should be Skyping with anyone who is more than an hour away. He even bought his dad a camera and headset with microphone so the boys could stay in touch with their grandpa. It was a magical moment for all of us!!

The boys talking with Grandpa!