Galli Gripes: Who Are These People?

Over the past couple of months, I have received MANY private messages on Facebook. Most of the messages came from people I know personally who had nice things to say. However, some messages were from online acquaintances who asked rather inappropriate questions. That has made me think about who these people really are and whether our virtual friendship has run its course.

Do You Know Who Your Friends Are?

Sure, you knew Lulu back in elementary school, but is she someone with whom you want to share pictures of your kids or your brand-new car? At least three people who went to high school with me have been arrested for child-based crimes, and that has prompted me to take a close look at which friends I allow to see photos of my niece and nephews.

Now, back to Lulu from third grade. Do you know for certain that Lulu doesn’t put on a ski mask, break through windows, and burglarize homes at night? If you can’t answer “yes” with complete confidence, she probably shouldn’t be privy to your family’s upcoming vacation plans and other details about your life.

If we scrutinize our Facebook friends lists, most of us will find people we don’t know all that much about. Sure, you might have attended the same middle school as someone or you work with them, but do you know and trust them well enough to…