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I don’t see any reason to post my children online and yes, I feel it is annoying to be bombarded with other people’s personal pics. I become infuriated when other people tag my sons, without my permission, as well. I have a very private file for my children on my fb page, which is designated specifically for my family and close friends. I can’t imagine why anyone else would want to scroll through another redundant Disney file. I am private, by nature, and do not wish to make it easier for the voyeurs of the world to pilfer through my family’s business. There is always some stratetegy behind what I post. It is never a random unload of the mundane, as I try to remain sensitive to and aware of those on the receiving end.
I have very limited photos of my personal life posted online. I’ve managed to keep my SO secret for years, so much so, that a few of my friends have insinuated that he doesn’t even exist. This does not mean I am not proud or that I don’t care about them. I am simply trying to protect them and preserve some necessary boundaries that tend to get blurred amidst a sea of photos.
As far as maintaining your own identity separate from your children, this is easier said than done. Not losing onesself in the process of childrearing has become a personal challenge of mine, and certainly that of countless others. But, I do find the need to over share to be somewhat endearing, as it is usually done with good intentions. I just feel that being elusive is more compelling and safer than being exposed. So, we are hiding out.
I’ve always felt that ultrasound pics, in general, are the ultimate invasion of the most sacred of all spaces.
What’s next? Photos of the winning sperm?
“ Isn’t he ADORABLE?”
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