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[NinaS]

I don't have a FB account and don't plan to in the future, but according to my friends and family who did have one and quit using it, this sounds about par for the course: My sis emailed me this today because she knows I have refused to become a FB "Friend" and she has deleted her account, saying that she could get the same thing by sitting in on one of my grandmother's sewing circles, and she thought this was cute.

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I am trying to make friends outside of Facebook while applying the same principles.

Therefore, I walk down the street and tell passers-by what I have eaten, how I feel at the moment, what I did the night before, what I will do later and with whom.

I give them pictures of my family, my dog and me gardening, taking things apart in the garage, watering the lawn, standing in front of landmarks, driving around town and doing what anybody and everybody does every day.

I also listen to their conversations, give them a “thumbs up” and tell them I Like them.
And it works just like Facebook. I already have four people following me: two police officers, a private investigator and a psychiatrist.

 

[Caroljo]

I've seen that before and it IS pretty funny......

You do realize that many people use facebook to stay in contact with friends & family that live far away? There's nothing wrong with you not wanting to be a part of that. I know quite a few people that don't. I'll also say there is a lot of crap that gets posted there. But for most people, it's just fun. When my class was planning our class reunion, they set up a FB page. I had never gone to one of our reunions before, but I'd planned to attend this one. It was nice because classmates joined that page & I was able to see what they looked like now.....it really helped when we went to the reunion and I didn't feel foolish for not recognizing some of them!

I didn't join to MAKE friends....I joined to stay in contact with the ones I have that have moved away, and family that lives in other states. I never accept friend request from people I don't already know.

 

[oicu812]

i get emails all the time from strangers wanting to be my friend...

i tell them i have more than i can use now...

 

[Caroljo]

i get emails all the time from strangers wanting to be my friend...

i tell them i have more than i can use now...

I just delete their requests.

 

[NinaS]

I've seen that before and it IS pretty funny......

You do realize that many people use facebook to stay in contact with friends & family that live far away? There's nothing wrong with you not wanting to be a part of that. I know quite a few people that don't. I'll also say there is a lot of crap that gets posted there. But for most people, it's just fun. When my class was planning our class reunion, they set up a FB page. I had never gone to one of our reunions before, but I'd planned to attend this one. It was nice because classmates joined that page & I was able to see what they looked like now.....it really helped when we went to the reunion and I didn't feel foolish for not recognizing some of them!

I didn't join to MAKE friends....I joined to stay in contact with the ones I have that have moved away, and family that lives in other states. I never accept friend request from people I don't already know.

Yes, Carol, I do know what Facebook is. I posted a JOKE. I don't need a lecture from you or anyone else. What "works" for you doesn't always work for others. Again....it was a joke. Lighten up.

 

[Jen]

I don't have a FB account and don't plan to in the future, but according to my friends and family who did have one and quit using it, this sounds about par for the course: My sis emailed me this today because she knows I have refused to become a FB "Friend" and she has deleted her account, saying that she could get the same thing by sitting in on one of my grandmother's sewing circles, and she thought this was cute.

FACEBOOK
I am trying to make friends outside of Facebook while applying the same principles.

Therefore, I walk down the street and tell passers-by what I have eaten, how I feel at the moment, what I did the night before, what I will do later and with whom.

I give them pictures of my family, my dog and me gardening, taking things apart in the garage, watering the lawn, standing in front of landmarks, driving around town and doing what anybody and everybody does every day.

I also listen to their conversations, give them a “thumbs up” and tell them I Like them.
And it works just like Facebook. I already have four people following me: two police officers, a private investigator and a psychiatrist.

If that is the way a person does Facebook, then they do need to just walk down the street and tell everyone they meet their life story. Some people actually do FB that way.

But this was just a joke.

I am on Facebook to keep in (private) contact with special people who live far from me. There is a way to do some things on FB privately. The public stuff on my page is about funny (anonymous) animals being cute.

 

[Caroljo]

Yes, Carol, I do know what Facebook is. I posted a JOKE. I don't need a lecture from you or anyone else. What "works" for you doesn't always work for others. Again....it was a joke. Lighten up.

Wow....I wasn't lecturing you!! I agreed the joke was funny. Sorry I decided to just explain why I and many others do enjoy FB. I know you'd said before you don't have an account....in fact you made it a point to laugh at people that do, and say we only have it to 'make friends'. How about you lighten up?

 

[NinaS]

Wow....I wasn't lecturing you!! I agreed the joke was funny. Sorry I decided to just explain why I and many others do enjoy FB. I know you'd said before you don't have an account....in fact you made it a point to laugh at people that do, and say we only have it to 'make friends'. How about you lighten up?

As I said...it was written as a JOKE. If you and Jen and Max want to go on about the benefits of FB...have at it.

 

[Jen]

Wow....I wasn't lecturing you!! I agreed the joke was funny. Sorry I decided to just explain why I and many others do enjoy FB. I know you'd said before you don't have an account....in fact you made it a point to laugh at people that do, and say we only have it to 'make friends'. How about you lighten up?

She went in great length to explain she's not on FB. Should be okay for us to do it too.

 

[Jen]

As I said...it was written as a JOKE. If you and Jen and Max want to go on about the benefits of FB...have at it.

Lighten up, Nina.

 

[NinaS]

If that is the way a person does Facebook, then they do need to just walk down the street and tell everyone they meet their life story. Some people actually do FB that way.

But this was just a joke.

I am on Facebook to keep in (private) contact with special people who live far from me. There is a way to do some things on FB privately. The public stuff on my page is about funny (anonymous) animals being cute.

Yes, Jen...I am familiar with FB and how it works.

 

[NinaS]

She went in great length to explain she's not on FB. Should be okay for us to do it too.

Have at it.

 

[Caroljo]

As I said...it was written as a JOKE. If you and Jen and Max want to go on about the benefits of FB...have at it.

Wow....really? What did you expect when you posted this? That everyone would just come here and say " Ha ha...that was a good joke!" and leave it at that? We're just making conversation, and you STILL have the need to attack.

 

[Jen]

Yes, Jen...I am familiar with FB and how it works.

Thank you for telling me this.

 

[Max R.]

I don't have a FB account and don't plan to in the future, but according to my friends and family who did have one and quit using it, this sounds about par for the course: My sis emailed me this today because she knows I have refused to become a FB "Friend" and she has deleted her account, saying that she could get the same thing by sitting in on one of my grandmother's sewing circles, and she thought this was cute.

FACEBOOK
I am trying to make friends outside of Facebook while applying the same principles.

Therefore, I walk down the street and tell passers-by what I have eaten, how I feel at the moment, what I did the night before, what I will do later and with whom.

I give them pictures of my family, my dog and me gardening, taking things apart in the garage, watering the lawn, standing in front of landmarks, driving around town and doing what anybody and everybody does every day.

I also listen to their conversations, give them a “thumbs up” and tell them I Like them.
And it works just like Facebook. I already have four people following me: two police officers, a private investigator and a psychiatrist.

Funny and interesting. On a similar note, while I don't live in a yurt with a bunch of unwashed, pot-smoking, bongo-playing socialists, I've heard they do a lot of [Unwelcome language removed]...you know, because they don't have TVs. This would explain all the babies and the screams for others to pay their way.

 

[NinaS]

Funny and interesting. On a similar note, while I don't live in a yurt with a bunch of unwashed, pot-smoking, bongo-playing socialists, I've heard they do a lot of [Unwelcome language removed]...you know, because they don't have TVs. This would explain all the babies and the screams for others to pay their way.

WTH does that have to do with my post? You're a filthy creep.

 

[oicu812]

whats a yurt?

 

[Max R.]

WTH does that have to do with my post? You're a filthy creep.

I was being supportive about third-hand viewpoints of nothing you or I know about. Why the hostility?

 

[Max R.]

whats a yurt?

It's a LWL thing from the Republik of Kalifornia: http://www.yurts.com/what/
What is a Yurt?
The Pacific Yurt is a modern adaptation of the ancient shelter used by Central Asian nomads for centuries. The compact shape of the yurt and combination of lightweight members in tension and compression mean that the structure is highly efficient in maximizing strength while minimizing the use of materials.

The Pacific Yurt is a lightweight, low-cost, state-of-the-art version that retains the sense of wholeness of the ancient form while delivering the structural integrity, longevity and low maintenance demanded by modern users.

Though generally classified as a tent, the yurt is much stronger and weathertight. The Pacific Yurt is a circular structure that consists of a durable fabric cover, tension band and a wood frame that includes a lattice wall, radial rafters, central compression ring and a framed door.

"There aren't many places where you can sleep this comfortably and still see the stars."
- James H., Wyoming

Typically set upon wood platforms supported by simple post-and-beam systems, Pacific Yurts have minimal impact on the surrounding soils and, though durable, can be removed without a trace. Their flexibility allows them to be used in a wide variety of applications, from simple cabins to fully furnished retreats, complete with plumbing and electricity.

As the original manufacturer of the modern yurt, we have since 1978 shipped our product all over the world, where they have been used in an array of personal, business and government applications.

"It is an ingenious design, fun to put up and a very beautiful and aesthetically pleasing space."
- Laurel H., California

 

[oicu812]

It's a LWL thing from the Republik of Kalifornia: http://www.yurts.com/what/
What is a Yurt?
The Pacific Yurt is a modern adaptation of the ancient shelter used by Central Asian nomads for centuries. The compact shape of the yurt and combination of lightweight members in tension and compression mean that the structure is highly efficient in maximizing strength while minimizing the use of materials.

The Pacific Yurt is a lightweight, low-cost, state-of-the-art version that retains the sense of wholeness of the ancient form while delivering the structural integrity, longevity and low maintenance demanded by modern users.

Though generally classified as a tent, the yurt is much stronger and weathertight. The Pacific Yurt is a circular structure that consists of a durable fabric cover, tension band and a wood frame that includes a lattice wall, radial rafters, central compression ring and a framed door.

"There aren't many places where you can sleep this comfortably and still see the stars."
- James H., Wyoming

Typically set upon wood platforms supported by simple post-and-beam systems, Pacific Yurts have minimal impact on the surrounding soils and, though durable, can be removed without a trace. Their flexibility allows them to be used in a wide variety of applications, from simple cabins to fully furnished retreats, complete with plumbing and electricity.

As the original manufacturer of the modern yurt, we have since 1978 shipped our product all over the world, where they have been used in an array of personal, business and government applications.

"It is an ingenious design, fun to put up and a very beautiful and aesthetically pleasing space."
- Laurel H., California

oh! now i recognize the name...

we call them hovels, or shacks...