You can connect with her via email. That way you don't have to be
soooo careful what you say.
Just ask her for her email address.
> Thanks for the input. As for Certified's question about why I even
> do Facebook, I originally didn't want to do it, but I have a
> relative who's going through a rough time. I had a good time
> connecting with her this summer and wanted to maintain the
> relationship, and some of my family pointed out that the best way
> to connect with her is through Facebook.