The Internet has changed our relationship to the world at large. It is now expected that every experience must be a part of a larger collective. Even the most mundane of moments must be shared with the masses. We are encouraged to share every moment of our lives with the world at large. It is not enough to just smell the roses. As we are drawn further into the new digital domains, we are at risk of losing the ability to distinguish the important moments from the unimportant moments. The Internet can be an important tool and help us connect with one another, but it is equally important to take time to disconnect and be present in the moment. Information is not knowledge. Knowledge comes with experience. PROJECT SMELL THE ROSES is a call to be present in the here and now.

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