Man!

 

I have a good lookin’ family!

 

So, This is What I Did Today

So, all in all, I’d count today as a success.

A Lesson in “Like”

Here’s a little note on Facebook etiquette: You definitely should not “Like” nearly every single status update that appears on your news feed. I know a few people that struggle with this concept on a daily basis. So, to assist those of you out there that submit to the urge to click that little button, I have compiled a list of example status updates to help you realize what should be “Liked” and what should be left alone.

“We got the house we wanted!!! We move in next week! I’m so happy!”

This can be “Liked.” Normally, if someone states that they are happy about something, and they’ve chosen to share it with the world, they kind of want you to “Like” it…or at least comment about it.

“Well…grandma’s getting worse. I just hope she can make it to Christmas.”

This is a prime example of a status you SHOULD NOT “Like”. It should be obvious, but I’ll explain why it’s unlikeable to those that are unsure. Even though it mentions Christmas, Grandmas dying is usually a bad occurrence. Normally, people are not too happy about their grandma’s condition worsening. So, don’t be that guy that sees the word “Christmas” and just decides it’s an awesome post.

[If the status update is a picture/video of an adorable dog, or your friend’s newborn baby]

You should have no problem clicking that “Like” button. Puppies, bunnies, babies of any animal (including human) are all acceptable things to enjoy seeing in your news feed, if you’re the type of person who enjoys that. Which, by the way, I am.

“I lost my phone and have no way of contacting anyone. I have no idea where it is…I’m so fucked, you guys.”

Why would you “Like” this? Is there any reason to “Like” this other than thinking that for some reason it’s funny? I can tell you that it isn’t funny. I found my phone, by the way.

[This status is genuinely and intentionally hilarious, even if the circumstances seem bad/upsetting. Ex: “Oh shit! I just remembered Jar Jar Binx exists.”]

If the status is seriously funny, and the poster knows that and was intentional, then you can “Like” it.

Sometimes, there are tricky statuses. You can’t tell if they’re a good thing or a bad thing.

[If the status update is a picture/video of your friends adorable puppy/any other pet that just died, along with some parting words to the pet.]

It’s probably best not to go anywhere near the “Like” button, and just comment with condolences. It might seem like you’re doing a nice gesture and “Liking” the memory of the pet, but it kind of just looks douchey unless you follow up with a comment stating how you will enjoy your memories of the pet.

“Well, that didn’t go over as well as I had hoped…but I’ll do better next time!”

Again, while you may feel like “Liking” this will be encouraging and complimentary to their spirit, it’s just confusing. Just comment with something like “Yeah, I’m sure you’ll do better next time! That’s the best way to look at it!”

“Please send your prayers and thoughts our way!!!!!! xoxo” 

Okay, while you may just love the idea that prayers and thoughts work, if you click “Like” it might seem like you’re enjoying the thing for which you’re praying. Again, comment instead.

The rule for tricky statuses is just comment on them. “Liking” something is so vague most of the time.

When you “Like” something, it’s not the same as saying “Hey! I read this! It was interesting in some form or fashion.” That’s why there should be an “Acknowledge” button.

I hope this has helped clear a few things up for those people that are obviously so confused by what the word “Like” means.

Also, be sure to “Like” this entry. It kind of deserves it.