As many who read this may know, I was not a fan of social media. I had a Facebook account many moons ago, and opted to not partake in any reading or socializing.

When I decided it was time to login and take care of this dormant account I was unable to login. I had turned on 2-factor authentication. During my lull time I had switched phone carriers. My guess is that my 2nd-factor text could not come through. My phone number was/is the same.

Going through the steps to 'remember my password' it was of no use. In the end, I was asked to scan my driver's license and email it to them. Um, no.

So, time went on and I was Facebook free. All the other social sites free for that matter. Email, phone, and text worked for me.

Then it happened. I knew it was only a matter of time. I needed social media. And, to add to the fun, Facebook was the social site of choice for my goal, by using a third party. Ugh.

Hence the Facebook account. Here is what I have learned about myself using Facebook...

I enjoy reading about what is going on in my virtual friends lives. Like enjoying visits over a beer with friends, it doesn't last all day/night. I read Facebook posts for thirty minutes everyday. I also try to share stuff from my end at least a couple times a week. I limit the time I spend socializing to keep me in check. Like watching TV or reading a good book, the time can slip by without notice.

For all those who want to 'clean out' their friends list, if you want to by all means. I tried that. Here is what I learned, some of the friends on your list you are closer to than some of the friends you 'know' and see on occasion. I have met some of the greatest people and I have never met them in person, face-to-face, or on the eyeball.

Enjoy your socializing on social media.