Thing #4 - Flickr

I created a Flickr account and even uploaded some photos of a couple knitting projects I did. I tried to add a slideshow element to my blog using my photos but it wasn't recognizing me and I'm tired so will have to leave that for another night. I need to pay attention to my kids now. I am going to see if I can add at least one to this posting. Keep your fingers crossed!

Hey - I think I did it! There's a weird open box at the top of this post that links to my Flickr photos but how do I make that box a label or something so people know what they're clicking on. That will be an adventure for another night. I'm out.

Thing #2 - Library 2.0

I look at my job as media specialist as a gate keeper to knowledge. Technology is constantly changing and the library must keep up. A library's job is to provide access to all types of information, in all of its forms. From actual books to eBooks, from actual magazines to online articles, the library is still the first source for research. We need to keep pace so we can assist our patrons in their pursuits.

Thing #3 - RSS

First, let me say I'm totally digging the whole Thing 1, Thing 2 deal as I am a huge Dr. Seuss fan.

Second, I am having a bit of trouble with RSS feed task. I chose to subscribe to Blogglines and to the Unshelved cartoon feed. I registered with Blogglines and put the button my toolbar but now am wondering how that links to my blog? Is Blogglines different from my blog? I'm so confused.

THING #1

I have never been good at reading and following directions. I'm a total kinesthetic learner so likes to jump in and muddle around before seeking direction. This usually works well for me but sometimes it causes me to miss an important step. SO this blog is to formally set up my Thing 1 for the 23 things on a stick project I've taken on. I'm always up for new learning new technology so you'll have to watch and see if I follow directions or skip a few in my "let's just see what this does" approach to life!

Work? Full Time? How am I suppose to get anything done?

After taking a five year leave of absence, I returned to teaching full time this fall. My children are all in school full time now so back to the daily 9 to 5, or in my case 7:30 to 3:30. The adjustment went fairly smoothly and I really enjoy my job. The problem is - when do I buy groceries? Get my hair cut? Go to the dentist? The doctor? Have coffee with my girlfriends? When did I do all those things when I worked before? I know I did it, but just haven't gotten back into a rhythm of fitting everything in around my work schedule.

Instead of getting my haircut every six weeks, it's eleven weeks. I got my son's hair cut the day before school started in September and it hasn't been cut since. It's pretty shaggy but hasn't taken on a Wookie appearance yet. Although, knowing my son, he'd like looking like a Wookie. My girls have long hair anyway so can go longer between haircuts. I cut my husband's hair so he's always looking sharp. He's offered to return the favor but so far I've passed.