Thanks to the Internet, it’s easier than ever to connect with family across the miles. You can create your own family network, plan get-togethers and stay connected in emergencies. I have plenty of sites that will help.  

Create a private network 

Many families stay in contact via social networking sites like Facebook. But, it doesn’t offer much privacy for family affairs. Luckily, there are better ways.

You can create a private networking site for your family. Post photos, leave notes and more. And you can prevent others from browsing through your family stuff.

A number of sites will help you create a family network. One of the most popular is MyFamily.com. The free service is specifically for creating family networks. A paid version removes ads and provides more storage. Your site is private; only those you invite can join.

You can also create a network through Ning.com. Ning isn’t limited to families. Rather, anyone can create a network. But you can make your network private. Only people you invite can see or join your network.