What we love about the internet...

There are so many bad news stories in the media about the internet and the evils which lurk there. For a change, I wanted to highlight some of the fantastic things we know about it;-

·         A woman who lives in Scotland who reads her grandchildren a bedtime story via Skype each night. Simple and lovely.

·         Who could imagine keeping in touch with friends and family around the world without the wonder of Facebook? I have friends in (deep breath);-

Spain, Sweden, Germany, Netherlands, France, Malaysia, Brazil, Egypt, USA, Scotland, Ireland, New Zealand, Philippines, Australia, Syria, Dubai, Israel.

And of course England. How on earth would we ever chat or share photos?

·         Learning. Everyday. Did you know that the strawberry is part of the rose family? Or that “Rhythm" is the longest English word without a vowel? How many times have you said “Google it”?

·         Internet Dating. Well, it works for some people.

·         Shopping in your pyjamas.

For young people it is their world, and a place to grow, learn, socialise, shop, play, date and all the normal things they should be doing.  Equip them with the tools and wisdom to make sensible (ish) decisions, and let them experience it in all its glory.