The girls have been asking for a myspace account for quite some time. There is NO way I'm letting that happen. Still, they want to journal, or blog, and they are quite creative, so I wanted to give them a chance. Here is the compromise:
They each get an AOL journal, but it's private. They can only invite family, and other folks that they have met IN PERSON, and I have to approve all readers. I figure this is a good way to let them try it, and I can shut it down in a HEARTBEAT.
All of that being said, a few of you may get an email, announcing that you've been added as a reader. Most of you won't, since they haven't met you in person, and neither have I. There will be a couple of exceptions, but not many. If you REALLY want to read the silly ramblings of a 10 or 12 year old, let me know. If I feel you're "safe," I'll let them add you. Even if we chat frequently, don't assume I'll think you're "safe." I'm a Mom, ok?
It's friggin' COLD outside. Good Lord in Heaven Above, I can't feel my fingers until halfway to work. I just wish it would be 78 forever. Nah, probably not. I like snow, and I like heat, and I like changing seasons. I'll deal with this cold crap. Brrrr.
Why is there a dog on my bed? He sheds and he smells kinda like a dog and this is MY bed! Why is he here? Oh yeah, he keeps my feet warm. Now I remember. Scoot closer, doggie of mine.
OK, Intervention is on A&E, and I love this show. See ya 'round!
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9 comments:
I like Intervention, too! It's sad and ridiculous at the same time. "I don't know how I got like this!! ::sob::"
Ryan started an online journal at 14 or 15...... it really helped her spelling and typing skills. Although I was a little militant about corrent spelling and grammar. Eh....
~Amy
If I had daughters I'd be the most hated dictator-ish protective dad ever. MySpace? Forget it! That is one big waste of bandwidth. Ugh.
xxx
Russ
Rachel, I tried to have a My Space and gave up because it kept telling me my password was invalid, Ugh , Hugs Lisa
Rachel, I tried to have a My Space and gave up because it kept telling me my password was invalid, Ugh , Hugs Lisa
a very good compromise. I think the "funnest" part of journalling is adding graphics (when I have time). Hope the girls enjoy. Estela
I hope the girls have fun with it!
Stay warm!
Pam
I think it's a great idea to allow them AOL journals. I've heard alot of other parents disdain with MySpace. It seems as if anyone and everyone does approach you at one point or another on there. I definitely would be worried with the girls being 10-12 years old. (Hugs) Indigo
I think the girls will have fun with a Journal, and the way you are setting it up should keep them safe. I think it is a great compromise. My Space would have been a little too open, this gives them the opportunity to experiment AND the safety to do it in. Good Job Mom!
Brook would love to be added. She has a private one also.
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