About a week ago, I deactivated my Facebook account. It was a decision I had been pondering for a few weeks. I had grown tired of it. Tired of scrolling past LOLCats, political rants, whiny posts, pleas to make purchases, and narcissistic cries for attention. All this just to get to the few actual status updates from the minuscule number of friends who still use Fb as it was in its infancy.
Surprisingly, I've found that I'm happier without the frustration. Am I missing some information I'd like to know? Probably. But I'm sure if something big happens to someone close, I'll get a phone call or text. Realistically, I'll probably end up reactivating the account but won't become a daily user again. Here are a few reasons why:
1. I have found that I have created several accounts by linking through Fb, without the Fb account, my linked account doesn't exist.
2. Family and friends share photos via Fb- it's easy for them.
3. It's an easy way to coordinate with several people and to get a message out to the masses.
Just be forewarned, I may reopen my account, just don't expect me to sift through the mass of junk to catch your update. If it's important to you and I'm important to you - call me and update me yourself. Better yet- let's meet up for coffee.
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
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