By Steve

I'm not usually a late adapter. In most things I like to try what's new, explore uncharted territory, be a lab rat...I like change. But when it comes to technology, I often dig my heels in and resist.

I was the last person I know to purchase a cell phone, and I still don't text (and it's never crossed my mind to get an iphone). I use my phone to make and receive calls. Period. I have an ipod but there is currently just 20 songs loaded in it. I don't play video games. Can't make a spreadsheet. Don't instant message. And I have never explored the world of social networking.

Until now.

I am now exist in the realm of Facebook. I've simply come to realize that many of the initiatives that I want to share with the rest of the world wont become known unless I utilize more technology. So I approach Facebook as an asset to share, advance and invite others into causes I believe in.

So to all of you Facebookers, please welcome me into your normal places of existence but also give me grace. I likely will not be the best Facebook friend you have. Besides, if you want to be a friend, call me (don't text) and we can go to the beach (a recent trip I missed out on because I was not on Facebook) or a bike ride, maybe coffee...you know, the sort of things friends do...they get together.

I don't know how often, if ever, I will write on your wall, and don't know if I'll respond if you write on mine (and I don't know if what I just wrote is even possible). I'll make mistakes, update less often than most, and probably won't wow with creativity. But I will utilize the resources I can, in the best way I know how (with the help of others more adapted than me) to share my ambitions with those willing to call me friend.