By Theresa
The newsfeed in Facebook is both a blessing and a curse because: a) it allows you to keep tabs on your nearest and dearest friends and acquaintances; and b) it allows you to keep tabs on your nearest and dearest friends and acquaintances. For people who actually have funny, touching or interesting status updates, the newsfeed is great. And for all others who fall under one, or more than one (*cringe*) of the following categories, I curse you…
The Constant Status Updater
If you regularly update your Facebook status multiple times a day, it’s time to use Twitter. Nobody cares if you missed the bus, had a bagel for lunch, and are currently watching American Idol. The worst offenders are often parents who document every single burp, hiccup, and nap of their beloved offspring as if it were the most glorious thing. I’m a mother myself and even I don’t want to recount every mundane detail of my baby’s day.
By Theresa
Oscar Wilde once said, “A true friend stabs you in the front.” This quote rings true as a real friend isn’t afraid to put you in your place when you are out of line or tell you the brutal, honest truth even when it hurts. So what about those so-called friends that stab you in
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By Theresa
I live in your average middle-class neighbourhood where people take care of their lawns and most people on my street have 1.5 kids and a puppy. Most people are pretty friendly and say “hello” when they pass by—everybody except my neighbours that is.
By Theresa
The Frenemy
Description: Just as the name implies, this two-faced creature is part friend, part enemy. On good days, the two of you get along splendidly and at times can feel just like bossom buddies. However, before long, something triggers a sleeping dragon within the Frenemy and out comes a blast of nastiness. This “blast” can take many forms including deceit, back-stabbing and jealousy.
How to Protect Yourself: Keep your friends close, but your Frenemy even closer. Actually, the best way is to stay on good terms with the Frenemy and provide the illusion of closeness without revealing too many personal details that may be used against you during rough patches. And always, always watch your back to be prepared for the next blast.
