Saturday, December 6, 2008

Thing # 3

Social Networks...who knew? I found that there may be more networks than anyone could join in a lifetime. Possible a way of interacting with people on some level.

1. Eons...for people over 50. I chose this because I felt I would find some connection to the groups that were there. I like the fact that it is for "baby boomers"! I disliked the fact that there were so many discussions to choose from I didn't know which one to look at.

2. Social Networks are popular in my opinion because people can interact with others without really giving away part of themselves.
a. This might be good for some one who is shy, has problems talking to people, doesn't like to leave the house, or just incredibly nosey.
b. Truthfully there is no network that can replace the warmth of conversation, hearing someones voice, their touch, their understanding.

3. Surprise! The first group I checked was..."Helion Grannys"...they are not for me! I then went to a book group but found they were discussing Adult books...also not my thing. I think it will be some time before I find something of interest...something worthwile to actually participate.

4. Our Library Ning & Aparently Ning are really a good space where library users are able to reach out and discuss things. I hope that we can get more paretns involved so they know it is a good space to join a discussion.

To this I say "There's no place Like Home".

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

"This might be good for some one who is shy, has problems talking to people, doesn't like to leave the house, or just incredibly nosey."
OMG...it's me!
:)