Today I entered the world of You Tube. Now I know what all the fuss is about. I recently took up the hobby of beading so I viewed several introductory beading videos. Very cool--it was like having my own private beading session. I can see how this site will be helpful for learning so many things.
I think You Tube could be useful for publicizing the Pamunkey libraries and their services and events. Each branch could make a video tour of their site highlighting the building and the resources and various services. Special speakers/events could be taped and shared. The possibilities are endless!
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
3rd Thing: The 71/2 Habits of Lifelong Learners
As a child, one of the household rules enforced by my parents was that work ALWAYS comes before play. On the one hand, this was a good rule because it cultivated discipline and responsibility. On the other hand, it stifled spontaneity.
As an adult, I often find that there is little time left over for play once I have done all of my grown-up work. So I suppose the habit that most challenges me is #8: Play. It is often hard for me to put my work aside and have fun just hanging out with my family and friends. And yet I know that I need to make time for the people who are important to me. Afterall, it is the time we spend with others that makes life truly worth living.
I have always had a strong internal sense of direction so the first habit, beginning with the end in mind, comes pretty easily to me. Whether creating an original story for an elementary musical, designing a church music program, buying and setting up house or pursuing a new job, I have often been able to envision the end result and take the steps to make it a reality. I believe that anything is possible with enough vision and persistence!
As an adult, I often find that there is little time left over for play once I have done all of my grown-up work. So I suppose the habit that most challenges me is #8: Play. It is often hard for me to put my work aside and have fun just hanging out with my family and friends. And yet I know that I need to make time for the people who are important to me. Afterall, it is the time we spend with others that makes life truly worth living.
I have always had a strong internal sense of direction so the first habit, beginning with the end in mind, comes pretty easily to me. Whether creating an original story for an elementary musical, designing a church music program, buying and setting up house or pursuing a new job, I have often been able to envision the end result and take the steps to make it a reality. I believe that anything is possible with enough vision and persistence!
Thursday, October 9, 2008
A-Blogging I Will Go
One of the great benefits of working for the library is the opportunity to learn new things. The 20 things will definitely stretch me but also help me navigate this brave new technological world that my nieces and nephews have already mastered. I'm gonna show them that you really can teach a "not-so-old" dog new tricks!
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