The number one priority of every writer - whether it's for English class, Facebook, or a text message - is to communicate something to the reader (or receiver). You can also think of this receiver as your audience. They should be your number one priority, right? You're trying to tell them something. So what if they can't understand it? Well, you've probably failed in your mission, haven't you?
If status updates are a glimpse into your life for those people who you don't see on a daily basis, then it doesn't do anyone (them or you) any good if they don't receive the message. A quick Google search reveals dozens of Facebook groups dedicated to bemoaning those statuses that make little to no sense.
Actually, this blog provides some hilarious things that we've all seen and found annoying. I could go on and on about how much these annoy me, but I won't. I'll simply link you and let you decide.
Basically, just say what you mean. Make it as easy for your readers to understand as possible. This is Facebook, not the next great American novel.
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