Ducking, dodging, and hiding is a common occurance wherever cameras are found. (Let's face it, some of us just aren't that comfortable with our photgraphic image.) But with the  increasing popularity of digital technology comes yet another reason to hid our faces- and those of our children- from the lens.

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It seems like everywhere I turn these days I find my childrens'  names and faces plastered on the internet. And, to be honest, I find this frustrating. Though my husband and I  have tried to protect our children by keeping their personal information private and by not posting their pictures in public places, there is no way we can control the actions of others.

So, what's the solution?

Should we, like a  Scrooge of the blogosphere, approach each party with a request to remove the offending snapshots? Or should we arrive at every social event with an announcement of our wishes? Is it even reasonable to expect that our wishes be followed in this area?  Does it really make a difference anyway?

Any thoughts?