Social networking is science fiction come to life. Hal, are you there? No stress or anxiety, just sit in front of your computer and meet folks with similar interests. What an idea! Most people think of only Myspace or Facebook but apparently there's a world of networking out there. Okay, I suppose some of the sites looked fun, like Dogster and Ning. Sam might be interested in his own website so he can hook up with some of his Sheltie bro's and Posh Mama was all about parenting and looked like a great resource for new parents. Also, connecting with others who share health issues may provide important information during a difficult time. I'm not sure, however, about Pengspace, a website for penguin friends. Hmm.....All right, I'll admit that I've "lurked" before but I always come away feeling creepy, like an online Peeping Tom. Who are these freakish people who spend hours at a keyboard, writing to no one in particular about their personal lives, their private thoughts...posting pictures of their kid in Underdog costumes....? (((shudder))) I am adjusting to the idea. In an increasingly shrinking world we are all reaching out to connect to one another; to share our lives and to feel less alone. This is more of the same - perhaps impersonal but definitely a means to that end...and to first contact.
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