June makes it a year since I joined the Facebook crowd. I did this reluctantly. I previously had wanted no part of this internet group “friendship” thing, even when Hi5 and My Space ruled. Well, on the insistence of friends (real, not virtual), I sign up because the mantra was, “It’s a great networking tool.” One year later, my opinion of Facebook is a mixed bowl.
Honestly, I check my Facebook account daily. The only day I do not is when “current gone”. I must confess that it’s like a magic wand which presents remarkable results when you need to find someone and have no contact information for them. Looking up people you have not seen since primary school or neighbours who have migrated is indeed a joy. Facebook is great in these ways. What don’t I like? Hurmph!
1. I don’t want to see pics of the new nail polish on your big toe.
2. I don’t care to see pictures of food that you had at a restaurant.
3. Why should I mix up all my friends. In real life I keep my different groups of friends far apart from each other. I certainly would not bring my gangster pal in the company of those in the Charismatic movement.
4. I don’t want to be Facebook friends with my co-workers. I see them every day. What’s the point? If there’s something to ask, just take a few steps and ask.
5. I don’t like people who send friend request and after you accept, that that. There is no communication after.
6. The stupid videos that people post.
7. The follow-ups to the stupid videos
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