Why I Don’t Worry About Instant Messaging

I don’t worry about kids these days becoming so involved with social networks (Facebook, MySpace, etc.) and instant messaging (AIM, text messages, etc.) that they become isolated from real human contact. Why not? XKCD says it perfectly:

Sometimes an impulsive 2:00 AM cross-country trip is the only solution.

Long distance relationships are hard. IM can turn a friend down the street into a long distance relationship.

Excuse me. I’d write more but I need to go hug Candy. But before, I go, here’s one for you: <hug>

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