Ilene Bauer Poet Rhyme

Facebook

Those who share on Facebook
Must assume, though incorrectly,
That everyone will learn their news,
If even indirectly.

But that is not the case at times,
So pictures and events
Are missed by some who’d like to know,
To varying extents.

The Facebook fans can’t understand
Reluctance to belong,
Believing that not joining up
Is foolish, strange and wrong.

Thus many who have made the choice
To stay off Facebook’s site
Must hope that for important stuff
A friend will shed some light.

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Gershon Wolf March 27, 2022 at 5:56 PM As for joining 'Facebook,' my face is already an open book. lol. :) gw

Caren Krutsinger March 27, 2022 at 3:18 AM I cannot tell you how many times I have said "I will never participate in social media" but my children begged me to do Facebook. I am careful to only post positive things. Aware of the consequences.

Andrea Dietrich March 25, 2022 at 12:59 PM My mom won't touch a computer. I can't even email her and it is sad that all her kids constantly show news by FB. It is a bit like devil playground there yet I am an addict. I sure understand people choosing not to go there

Tom Cunningham March 25, 2022 at 9:33 AM I used to go on there a lot but saw the light, can't remember the last time I looked in. Tom

Jan Allison March 24, 2022 at 2:24 PM I don't do FB but understand those who do but I have no wish to share my every movement with the world lol :-) hugs Jan xx

Leo Larry Amadore March 24, 2022 at 1:54 PM I am a frequent FB visitor/user and can attest to the accuracy of some of your poem, Ilene.....many have been the times when a few of my FB posts have been misconstrued/misinterpreted, mostly on purpose for the furtherance of whatever agenda the user espoused. But it (FB) does provide some benefit in keeping up with/in touch with some friends and family. Enjoyed your poem.

Rico Leffanta March 24, 2022 at 12:07 PM Facebook tells everyone I have an account with them; I don't, but nothing will persuade them to tell the truth! Write on, Ilene!