Day 23 - July 8 - New ConnorWatch Website Registration

Some of you have noticed that the new website has a place to 'login' on the lower left corner of the home page, and are wondering what this is about.

First, in order to view the blog, and browse the website, you don't have to log in. We have tried to make this as welcome to guests as we possibly can. On the other hand, if you do register on the website by creating a free user ID and password, there are a couple of things it will do for you and us.

If you login each time you visit the website (you can check the 'remember me' box) it will list your user name as a visitor in the right column where it shows 'Who's Online'. As I'm posting this, I'm logged in as bradwmson, so you can tell I'm logged in. Now that in itself isn't worth much, but imagine how Eric and Cherié will feel seeing your name in the list of on-line visitors. It could be a bit of encouragement for them, even when we can't be there at their side.

Note: It is your 'username' that is displayed, so if the username you choose is cryptic, then we'll all get to guess who you are in the 'Who's Online' section. Just something you might want to consider.

Additionally, being logged in lets us tailor the content specifically for those who have registered, versus the general guests. Right now, were you to log in, you would see a poll on the home page asking you to tell us how you would best be notified by Connorwatch as things change with Connor. Again, we are asking so we can tailor the delivery mechanisms to best suit the friends and family that are so committed to serving Connor and the Williamsons.

Finally, it registers your email address in the ConnorWatch database. This is so we can send you direct notifications of significant events if you desire. Our commitment is to not use your email address for anything other than ConnorWatch, and to not sell, lease, lend, give away, or otherwise release your email to anyone for any purpose without your consent. I guess that qualifies as a privacy notice.

So, try it out. I think it will be helpful to you, and if it isn't, you can always unregister yourself. Don't forget to respond to the email activation notice it sends you. Once you confirm by activating your account, you can log in and join the rest of us.

If you have any questions or concerns, please let me know.

Brad
Michigan