Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Facebook

I have an issue with Facebook. Today, I received a friend request that has made me think about how much I want known and whether or not I want to be found. This is quite baffling for me. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated!!!!!

As I have posted before, Facebook is something that gives me mixed feelings. Part of me enjoys connecting with old friends, but part of me isn't so sure...if we were that good of friends, why did we lose each other??

Here is the new problem. Do I friend people who are the parents of former students?? I taught a young man in 7th grade who just graduated high school. I also taught his younger brother. Now, I'm getting a friend request from the mom. Do I confirm??? If I don't, it's like I have something to hide. I don't. If I accept, does that open the door to other parents??? Will/can this be used against me???

In pretty sure it's harmless, but I have to question it nonetheless.

Thoughts??? Feelings??? Advice????

And, can I get in trouble for other people's comments???

2 comments:

that girl said...

I wouldn't friend the parents...only those of us who are your friends..and yes, I agree... if "we" were such good friends, they why wait for facebook...?
because our lives are so busy, too busy, and with the internet, it is so much easier to keep in touch. look at family even...those of us who live far away depend on technology to stay in touch. it is instant and amazing.

does that help at all??

iteach7 said...

Yeah!!! I knew I could count on you for a great response. I am also enjoying reconnecting with my family. I'm getting to see pictures of by great-nieces and nephews that I wouldn't get to see pictures of otherwise.