Technology

Technology – including electronic gadgets that range from phones to video games to the computer – is something that Susan believes her family spends too much time using. She believes her family should spend more time with each other rather than just in front of screens. Greg disagrees, believing technology is a good thing until it violates his privacy. Nevertheless, Susan manages to get a petition and vote before the Mayor and City Council, who vote for the city to voluntarily go unplugged for the weekend.

Webcams

Webcams are a form of technology that Greg doesn’t like. Frank sets up a webcam somewhere in the house in order to keep an eye on Grandpa, to ensure he doesn’t throw any more wild parties. Greg becomes paranoid, thinking he is always being watched by the webcam. Greg explains to the reader that he doesn’t like the...