Digitally Savvy Grandparents

This week, Dr. Mel Tavares shares her insights on how we can interact with grandchildren if distance or restrictions present struggles. I met Dr. Mel through another writing group we both participate in. Please welcome her and check out her website for more great advice. 

by Dr. Mel Tavares

@barbaralatta

Digitally Savvy Grandparents

“Hey, Grandma! How do you know so much about TikTok and Instagram?” my then twelve-year-old granddaughter asked inquisitively. 

Looking intently at her facial responses, I inquired, “Does it bother you that I know the social spots you hang out in?” 

She laughed a nervous laugh and replied, “No. Why would it? I don’t even use them.” 

After several seconds of silence, I called her by her Instagram handle. She gasped. “How do you know that? I didn’t tell the family!”  

I smiled and said, “I am a digitally savvy grandma and make it my business to know because I love you and want to be able to stay connected.”

Connections, Social Media And Networking Techniques for Writers

Book Review Friday

by Barbara Latta

Do you struggle with social media posts, understanding the lingo, or deciding which sites to join?

Are you contemplating beginning a blog of your own, or would you just like to know what a hashtag is?

Edie Melson’s book,Connections, Social Media And Networking Techniques for Writers will answer all your questions.

Connections by Edie Melson

Even if you are not a writer, you will benefit from great insights into the technological world of social media. Find the answer to navigating these electronic platforms through these detailed directions.

The elements described in this book have helped me in setting up my blog and learning how to navigate social media.

Visit Edie's blog at The Write Conversation. Connections is available at Amazon.