Facebook, really?

I have recently joined the ranks of Facebook. I must say, it is a monumental waste of time with few redeeming qualities. It is the pinnacle of the cyber-generation's need to stay connected on every mundane level possible. And, sadly, I like it! Mostly I have enjoyed getting in touch with people Alan and I haven't talked to or seen since High School. We got married, left and never looked back.
Yesterday we had our friend Kent Kolhase and his cute family over for dinner after not seeing or talking to him for almost 20 years. I can't believe I am old enough to say that but alas it is true. It was so fun catching up with him and getting to know his family. Except for a few gray hairs, he looks exactly the same.
We have discovered a few other friends and look forward to getting in touch with them too.
We also, had Stake Conference yesterday and got to go to the Ogden Tabernacle. I didn't know Ogden had a tabernacle too. It is very different than the one in Salt Lake but it sits next to the temple also like the Salt Lake tabernacle does. The presiding Bishop and his Wife spoke to us and it was exhilerating to see a General Authority up close. He talked about the attributes of all the prophets he has known in his life since David O McKay and what great men they were/are. It was a good meeting. Our Stake President talked about the importance of our families and the value of families. It is nice to be reminded from time to time that our families are the most important things in our lives. I find my desire to be with my family grows as I get older. Especially as members of my family die and our children get older and prepare for their futures. Life goes by quickly. There really isn't any time to waste on the superficial. I suppose this means less time on Facebook!