The New York Times introduces us to four new Social Media websites that are a little more private then Facebook in the sense that we as users hold more control. Instagram and Path are a photo and video sharing media, whereas Ping is a music sharing media, and there is also Diaspora. Diaspora is similar to Facebook, however it doesn't allow your personal information, in a sense, walk away from your social media page. I find Diaspora and Ping to be the most interesting. I think they are both fantastic ideas. The way technology is taking over the world, it is crazy to think how simple it is for someone to get ahold of your personal information.
I love the descriptions given about Eng's surroundings and how he is just welcomed with open arms. Generally you don't see this because celebrities are normally thrown into such a negative light. Eng is an example that nice guys can finish first. I salute him for his blogging skills and his knowledge of knowing what is a legit story and when to write it.
What a heart wrenching article by Andre, but such a vivid use of description. "Jeb and I headed off the trail through a dense stand of evergreens. At our feet was a bed of brown pine needles, some dead branches and exposed tree roots." It is almost like I am there and I can imagine pine needles under my feet and the crunching and cracking of branches below my shoes. When he talks of his parents arguments I can almost hear them arguing. Phenomenal writing!
Social media is all about diversity
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