Internet speak

Since I was having trouble editing the columns when writing through my nook, I 
thought I would give it a try using my IPod Touch. 
 
I don't want to be the cool (or whatever the term is now) old guy; but I would 
like to try to understand and keep in touch with the younger generation. 
 
That is a small part of why I have  Facebook and Twitter accounts. 
 
To me they are interesting ways to keep up with the country and world. But it 
seems like lately, especially on Twitter, it seems like a new "language" is 
developing. 
 
I have seen different symbols being used when people send   out Tweets. The only 
one I can remember right now is #.  I have absolutely no idea what it means. 
 
If anyone who reads this understand what the different symbols mean could you 
explain them to me. (ocalarob@gmail.com) 
 
It makes me wonder if every generation has had things they don't understand 
about the younger generation? Until now I always thought that was a myth. 
 
I guess this is another sign that I am getting old. 
 
Sent from my iPod