Technology can help a long distance relationship last!!

Copyright Socyberty

Leaving San Diego to Chico, Calif was one of the easiest and hardest decisions I have ever had to make. I knew that I was leaving for a great reason, education, but at the same token I was leaving so much behind.

From family and friends to leaving my puppy, it was a bittersweet feeling that overwhelmed me. But leaving my boyfriend of eight years was what affected me the most. I am only 22, which means we have been together since we were roughly about 14. We grew as kids together, went to prom and attended all of community college together and for the first time my other half was forced to separate from me.

Not only was I upset, I was scared. I always said I was not up for long distance relationships and here I was face to face with that exact decision. It has been tough but I can honestly say because of technology things have gone better than expected.

Of course at times things can be tough but we are able to communicate on so many different digital ways. With the latest technology such as web cams, ichat and camera phone not being in contact in some cyberspace way is nearly impossible. It is quiet honestly up to each person involved in the relationship how much effort they are willing to put in.

According to an article done by education-portal.com statistics show that people in long distance relationships see each other 1.5 times a month. Fortunately now you are able to see each other everyday and though it may not be the same it definitely compensates in some way.

Some believe that long distant relationships never work but with time, effort and technology you can build a whole other foundation on your relationships. It definitely allows you to be creative and appreciate time you have together.
Technology makes it easier to communicate on all levels. You no longer are forced to wait for snail mail but instead with a click of mouse your significant other pops up instantly.

Who can we Blame?

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(Sound this Out)

This is typically how a child will sound out words as he or she begins their long journey of learning how to read and it seems that illiterate adults through out America are doing the very same thing.

In the United States alone it is estimated that over 40 million adults cannot read or write and what is even more alarming is the number is still growing. Though they can still function their tasks are limited. From reading labels in a grocery store to helping their children do homework these simple things only seem like luxury to them.

Illiteracy is usually caused by economic reasons that forces some to drop out of school early or some may just not be interested in learning, but is our “reliable” school districts doing everything they can to prevent an illiterate America? Some are arguing that schools are still passing children knowing how behind they really are in both reading and writing skills.

Staying up to date with the local news can be difficult as well. But some news websites are making things a little simpler by adding audio to some of their stories, which allows people to follow along with a recording. Sadly, not all things are quiet accommodating but with the latest technology things seem to be getting better as well as easier for those who cannot read.

How has the Web changed reading?

From emails, to web cams the web has ultimately given us access. What it also has given us is the ability to read. Of course most of us can read but having the World Wide Web has expanded the world of reading to those who were not as fortunate such as the blind and illiterate. There is now audio that goes along with certain stories which allows people to follow along at any given time. With a click of a button people are now capable of being up to date. They no longer have to rely on someone else to read to them.

You are also able to read many things at once or search for stories you may have missed in previous papers. You definitely don’t miss out because of the web. The web can also be a distraction to those who need to read and don’t deny it. It is during the time that we have to read online articles for our classes that face book and twitter immediately draws us in and some how two hours have passed and you haven’t read anything. Even worse we have skimmed through it, thinking that it is enough to get us by for the next quiz.

The web is a wonderful addition but it can definitely test your ability to focus. Remember once you are done reading the wed and its wonderful access will still be there.

Blogging does help!!

For so long journalist have been too afraid to embrace the phenomenon known as, the internet. From blogging to twittering some journalists have been reluctant as well as close minded about the whole idea not realizing that these things are a positive addition to the world of journalism.

Some just feel that the fast paced news and ranting blogs are non other than a distraction as well as an insult to the “Gate Keepers,” who have worked so hard to give journalism, the strong ethical name it once stood for.

Little do these journalists know that this wonderful paradox has taken over and will easily take away their jobs if they do not get on board the 21^st century? Blogging has not always had a good name. Some people have used it to their advantage and as their very own personal diary to note their latest drama filled relationships or lack of, for the entire world to see.

But over time blogging has changed. Some bloggers have filled their message boards with intelligent, news filled writing that can and have been very useful to mainstream journalists. Yes, some do argue that bloggers are not journalist and vice versa, but what journalist need to understand is that blogging is not there as a threat but rather as their very own learning tool.

There so many things that they can learn. Everyday mainstream journalists get straight to the point and report the news. Though they are doing their jobs some not only lack personality but their own personal touch because of the strong protocols they must follow but it is something viewers and listeners feed off of.

Times have changed and so have people. Some are drawn to opinions as well as emotions which bloggers are entitled to and definitely do. This is known as no restraint journalism. It is ok to say how you feel once in a great while. You never know, the people you report may appreciate the fact that someone else can relate. Blogging is also very fast for so many reasons. Mainstream journalists continuously have errors in all news rooms but that is what editors are there for.

But what happens when neither you nor your editor do not catch a fact or grammar error and the newspaper or magazine run? Unfortunately you can not take back what has been printed but only reprint a correction the following day, that is, if the paper is daily.

Blogging is quiet different. Once blogs have been posted bloggers as well as readers may notice an error and almost instantaneously correct it. It is quiet amazing.

Blogging also allows room for new and different voices which can be different to mainstream journalists. Of course people can easily email or write letters to the editor and hope it goes into the following paper but the net as well as blogging allows people to speak their mind for the entire world to see. It allows them to shed light on things the blogger may have missed or never known about.

Like Steve outing author of what journalist can learn from bloggers said, “I am not suggesting that newspapers and TV news operations mimic blogs, only that they experiment with some of the ideas that blogs present.”