My Space, My Kids

I'm reading the book MySpace,MyKids right now due to the fact that I have an almost teenager in the house. I need to understand how all this works so that I can make informed decisions and protect my kids. Jason Illian, who wrote the book, really stresses privacy and teaching your kids/teens how not to leave a trail that will lead to them. This is a really good read for any of you who want to understand the Internet a little better and how to use it positively. The author writes "You are the parent, and you have been empowered by God to raise your children. Don't leave this tremendous responsibility up to the media, the culture, teachers, or the next-door neighbor. Be actively involved in your teens' lives, and when you are faced with a difficult situation, remember to be patient, honest and firm with your kids. Above all, remember that your job is not to make your kids happy-it is to make them holy."
This is such an important reminder to me. I loose sight of what my job is as a parent sometimes and need a gentle nudge back in the right direction. I do feel I have failed in many areas, some too late to change. There are days when I wish I could turn back the clock. I have definitely learned alot since then and would do a few things different. I don't think they are life altering changes....it's more the eating of the veggies, discipline issues,etc. Also showing the kids that Mommy's not perfect. Far from it. I am vulnerable and weak. But at the same time, I would be more confident and make decisions. But here I am. Imperfections and all.
Anyway, read the book. It will be in the church library as soon as I am done with it.

g2g(got to go)
L8ter.
gn (good night)
Just a bit of cyber language. You would not believe all of it!