Disclaimer: If this sounds like a school essay, I know it is something I wrote for my class. Technology plays an important role in my personal and professional life. I worked in a technology related position for about ten years as a computer teacher, computer lab assistant and in tech support. Personally, I see the … Continue reading My Views on Technology
Technology Resources
One of the assignments for my instructional technology class was to compose a list short list of resources. Thought I would re-post it here. Technology Make Blog. This is one of my favorite technology blogs Each day it features do-it-yourself projects. The features range from practical such as how to convert film to video or … Continue reading Technology Resources
Maverick Flying Car
Founded by Steve Saint, Maverick LSA is committed to making a useful, practical, and innovative vehicle that is capable of true frontier navigation. In September 2010, Maverick received a green light from the Federal Aviation Administration to begin production of the first flying car. The FAA issued a Special Light Sport Aircraft airworthiness certificate to … Continue reading Maverick Flying Car
Working on New Habits
My theme for 2011 is attitude and no not to get an attitude but to be more positive. (Ok, so those that know me can stop laughing now.) Well, I have decided I need to change some other habits to improve my attitude. So, I have started with cooking more at home. It is easy … Continue reading Working on New Habits
Dysgraphia Explained
Note: I originally wrote this for another blog. However, it is important part of my story. Dysgraphia is related to dyslexia. Dysgraphia affects fine motor skills and ability to write legibly. Like dyslexia it is often misunderstood. Many times a child with dyslexia may do very well in school except for writing legibly therefore it … Continue reading Dysgraphia Explained
Top 10: Technology
I'm taking an instructional technology class this semester so I've been thinking about techy stuff this week. Oh, the Big Guy is taking the same class so things are more nerdy around our house than usual. In the process I begin thinking of my favorite practical applications of technology. #10: Cruise Control - This may … Continue reading Top 10: Technology
Rest
I took this shot of the Big Guy or rather his feet. The Big Guy was relaxing after a long day of traveling. As I was editing the picture I remembered a book I discovered during college. The book is Principles of Spiritual Growth by Miles Stanford. One of the principles that was a rather … Continue reading Rest