Throughout my years with technology, social media has played somewhat of a big role in my life. When I was younger, I was the only person without a phone, or social media and resorted to using the landline at home to talk to people. As much as I hate admitting it, during that time in my life, as envious as I was of others owning a phone, looking back now, it was almost a relief not to wonder if I should post photos from an event or what people would think or even say. I do, however, see the positive aspects of media and all it can do for us. Such as a rather recent event which occurred last week when a student from my high school and in my graduating class tragically passed away. Had it not been for my presence on social media, I wouldn't have known for days, weeks, or even months of his passing. But media also has a dark role to play in life. Over time, I have had to learn to think through what I'm saying or posting on social media. Although some social media platf