Okay. I'm sure at this point people are getting sick of me talking about Pokémon Go but I honestly can't get over how much hate the app is getting. Now, I will argue that there are a number of updates I'd still like to see come to the app but if I'm being honest, they … Continue reading Pokémon Go Update Encourages User Safety
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What Parents Should Know About DisneyMix
Disney has thrown their hat in the social media messaging ring. This may come as a surprise to some but Disney has been in the social media business for a while with popular platforms like Club Penguin and Marvel Kids. The app serves to be a contender with apps such as WhatsApp, Snapchat, Facebook Messenger … Continue reading What Parents Should Know About DisneyMix
Instagram Launches “Stories”: What Parents Should Know
I've found, over the past year, the best way to describe the difference between Instagram and Snapchat is by looking at how we share. For Instagram we are highlighting moments from our day or week in a one off way that sticks around forever. Snapchat allows a you to share so much more by posting … Continue reading Instagram Launches “Stories”: What Parents Should Know
Justin Timberlake Encourages All ‘Don’t Waste Your Twenties’
I will admit that I'm not big on award shows especially when it comes to "smaller" ones like the Teen Choice Awards but I have to admit I was curious to check out Justin Timberlake accepting the first ever Teen Choice Decade Award last night. He was awarded the honor for his many achievements in … Continue reading Justin Timberlake Encourages All ‘Don’t Waste Your Twenties’
Viral Obituary Encourages All to Ask For Help
An obituary written for 22-year-old Clay Shepard that after his death in 2015 has gone viral. It's a message of love from his family who's message for everyone is that is never wrong to ask for help. The obituary describes Clay's death of drug overdose and tells of his family's love and support during several … Continue reading Viral Obituary Encourages All to Ask For Help
Snapchat’s NSFW Lawsuit and What Parents Should Know
JOSH'S NOTE: The following blog post is going to contain some language that may be offensive to some. Please know that it is only included for the sake of passing along the appropriate information. If you feel that you may be offended you might want to pass on this blog post. Since its inception, Snapchat … Continue reading Snapchat’s NSFW Lawsuit and What Parents Should Know
Pokémon Go: Fact and Fiction (But Mostly Fiction)
I don't even know how to start this. Seriously, I've been staring at the screen for an obscene amount of time trying to start this entry. I have to admit, I'm a little annoyed. I apologize now if this is jarred but I'm getting this off my chest. For the past couple weeks, I've been … Continue reading Pokémon Go: Fact and Fiction (But Mostly Fiction)
What Parents Should Know About Pokémon Go
I will be the first to admit that until about a week ago, I really knew nothing about Pokémon other than the absolute basics. I never was much into the card game though I totally rocked it on my GameBoy (I might be old). Love em or hate em, those adorable little creatures are back … Continue reading What Parents Should Know About Pokémon Go
Explaining Tragedy: Talking to Your Kids About Current Events
This is, truthfully, a topic I have been avoiding writing about. I've been asked about it many times and I just haven't been able to bring myself to do it. The events of the past month haven't really changed my mind but have certainly proved that it has to be done. It would seem that … Continue reading Explaining Tragedy: Talking to Your Kids About Current Events
Twitter Polls Become Cyberbullying Tool
In late October of this year Twitter introduced a new way for its 500 million users to interact with one another by launching Twitter Polls. While Twitter has always offered ways for users to gather information and opinions through hashtags or simply having users cast their vote through either retweet or favorites, this new polling … Continue reading Twitter Polls Become Cyberbullying Tool
Breaking Down Digital Walls 