I remain undecided on the current state of social networking. Once, when I was between jobs, I built a facebook page, and yes it was rather amusing for a few months. A different blast from the past would hit the old inbox about every other day. I made the all so common mistake of conversing with an old girlfriend or two. My wife quickly informed me how pathetic and inappropriate that idea was. Old friends are important. Old aquaintances are not, and most should remain deeply rooted in the past. But hey, if a bad choice shows back up, you can always drop them back into the unknown by cutting them from your list of accepted contacts. I wish that were possible in everyday life. I don't like you and I never want to see, smell, hear, or even consider your mere existence again (Click). Aaaaaaah, that's better.
In short, there are pros and cons to the whole set up. My wonder lies with those that spend half of their day posting pictures, discussing shit that happened in 1983, posting everyday BS that doesn't matter, and generally assuming that everyone gives a flying monkey turd about their every move. As a point of reference, here are a few recent post from my "friends" :
1. Going to the store, I need butter and some Salem lights.
2. Loving life at the beach, I am having some great seafood. (post picture of their plate)
3. I'm Smiling
4. Went to the doctor for stomach problems, I still don't know what's wrong.
5. Go Dawgs (there is no UGA team competing at any level on June the 9th) Maybe tennis or golf, but trust me, this post came from a person that could not put together another organized thought.
What the hell is going on? Are you lonely? Is this some type of exhibition fetish. Do you want someone knowing every detail of your day? Because look here, we don't give a damn about who won the little league game, or how much you enjoyed your last bowel movement. If you want to sit and post, fine, but, give us something worth reading. Tell us something about yourself that noone would know. Better yet, throw a little fiction on top of the story. Spice it up. Tell us who you screwed last night and how you hid it from your husband. These are things that are not important, but they do carry a little entertainment value. I enjoy communicating and creating, however, I would never just go online to let everyone know what I am cooking for supper.
I know the lack of personal presence results in feelings of confidence ,when communicating with others online. I have one word of advice. Use that confidence. Say some shit that you would never say over the dinner table. Make it fun, not weird. Those of you who are guilty of posting worthless info know who you are. Please be aware that all of your friends are talking behind your back. We all think you have deep rooted mental problems and should seek professional help. Please, quit. It makes everyone feel awkward and uncomfortable.
P.S. I am currently feeding the dog. He is a very good boy.
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