Today, I received a post that on February 18, 2006, I joined Facebook. I remember joining after I attended a library seminar about using Facebook to connect with students. That obviously did not happen, but certainly, other things did. Let me randomly list some observations and experiences.
A "Facebook Friend" is usually not a friend or even an acquaintance. I have about 600 of them, but most of them I have never met, haven't seen in over 5 years or only made contact in person only once. Likely, I should unfriend many of them. These people fall into one of these categories:
- Radio Enthusiasts
- Bob Dylan Fans
- Oldies music devotees
- Baseball fans
- Family
- Classmates from elementary school, high school or college
- Librarians
Very often I keep "an eye" on people I once knew but don't want to contact. I will not friend them under any circumstances.
I set up fan groups for Cousin Bruce Morrow and Harry Harrison. Both of those groups are very active especially after Harry recently passed away.
I announced the annual oldies meet and greet on Facebook which was very successful over the years.
All of the entries in Bruce's Journal are posted on Facebook. I am sure that many of the hits emanated from the Facebook posting.
Activity on Facebook can be a waste of time, but I feel the benefits outweigh the drawbacks of being on it. I know many people don't want to join since they are afraid of giving up their privacy. I try to be careful about not revealing issues that are too personal.
Thank you, Mark Zuckerberg.
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