Pilot: A Potato Story

How did I end up here? 

The description of this course made me think this is going to be just what I need for the summer. A little sun (because who doesn't love a baked potato) and a course that helps me understand social media and how it impacts the potatoes around me. 

My history with social media is one of many tales, some fairytales, and others like horrors. Social media was a space for me to connect with my fellow potatoes, meet new potatoes, and learn about potato society. In most cases, I truly enjoy social media, but, just like in real life, I can be a bit of an introverted extrovert (Ambivert). I can do it, and sometimes I feel great at it, but I often need long breaks from it. I "unplugged" back in April because I felt like I had been consuming too much and engaging beyond my capacity, so I logged out of the apps and even deleted some. The desire to connect is still there, but I haven't figured out safeguards to do it in a way that protects me. 

Now you're probably wondering, "Okay... but why potatoes?"

Honestly, it's just catchy. It was either potatoes (which I LOVE) or serial killers (which I do not love but find fascinating). As a potato, I can share my experiences without fear of being judged (because who doesn't love potatoes), and the consequences feel a little less extreme. Like, what are you going to do? Fry me? 

I thought about dragging this out, but I wanted to let you in on the lore early. Do not fret. There's more to this potato's story. 

Anyways, welcome to my potato show!