Facebook

I was reading an article titled, “A Mother and Her Daughter Face up to Facebook,” by Debra Bruno and I had to laugh. I actually didn’t get Facebook until August of 2008. Until then I thought Facebook was pointless and a waste of time. I ended up getting Facebook so that I could easily share pictures with friends of events that we had attended. Since I have begun using it I have found it to be enjoyable and helpful in life. Facebook provides opportunities for networking and maintaining connections with others. I have attended two different colleges and although I do have my friend’s phone numbers and I could call them, it is easier to check out what and how my friends are doing on Facebook. I can view photos, leave comments and send them messages. It is a great way to communicate without inconveniencing someone with a lengthy phone call or a massive email. Everything you would ask about is available to view on their Facebook page. I do, however, talk to and communicate with all of my “Facebook friends” in person as well. I don’t believe that there are friends and then “Facebook friends”. My Facebook friends are my friends. I also don’t believe that you aren’t “true friends” unless you are Facebook friends. I have friends that I am not Facebook friends with and they are still just as good of friend. I believe that Facebook can be taken to the extreme, where you add anyone and everyone if you know them or not as a friend, or you only truly add friends that are actually your friends. It can be used for “Facebook stalking” and trying to find that cute guy or girl that you have a crush on, but that is not all. Facebook can be used to educate people on upcoming events in town, on campus, and the status friends. It is a way for families and friends to stay in contact when life takes you different places. Facebook can be good or bad, it depends on what your intentions are.