Cool Thing #3

Who invented blogging? What a great idea! I think that I will use the blog, in the teacher education program, as a fun thing to do for myself. It seems like a cool way to journal out loud, and a great alternative to talking to myself. This blogging thing could also be a way for me to share my trials and tribulations (in technology and life) with others, but what I look forward to the most is learning about others through their blogs.

In the classroom, I would love for my students to set up blogs so that they can learn to communicate effectively with their peers, teachers, and parents and/or guardians. I think it would be an enjoyable exercise; a great accessible tool that will enable our community to grow in awareness, knowledge and understanding.

Here's to the blog! What a wonderful way to share information and ideas.

Life is short-Have FUN!

Cool Thing #2

Wow! Setting up this blog was easy. The instructions were straightforward and I am so thankful. I decided to use my last name as my posting name because I was clearly having a very uncreative moment. However, I made the decision to name my blog "Ms. Hicks Has Fun" because I believe that life is too short not to enjoy every moment. There are so many great things in life to do, to learn, to enjoy, to explore. So, I made the decision long ago to focus on all the good things in life and to have fun being alive.
My avatar looks kind of strange, but so do I (big head, funny haircut), so it may be pretty close to my outward appearance, but I'm not too concerned. I'm more into a person's spirit than ego stuff. I chose to wear the T-shirt with the recycling symbol because I am very diligent about recycling and taking care of the earth for future generations. I guess you label me as hippie or a tree hugger, but that's OK with me. I am happy to be an idealist! I love music so I am sporting some headphones (most likely listening to U2 or Coldplay) and I like peace so the background I picked is the ocean scene with the palm tree. Isn't the ocean great!?

Life is short-HAVE FUN

Cool Thing #1

I love learning! And I am excited about using technology (my biggest challenge) to my advantage. I have a great deal to learn in this area, but I know I will enjoy the journey. I haven't kept up with all the new gadgets and terminology but I am willing to learn.
My favorite habit, the one that resonates with me the most, is item 7 1/2-Play. It's a habit and a half! I always make sure that each day I take the time to do something fun. It could be reading a chapter in book, meditating, walking, listening to great music or playing with my dog, Gilda. I believe that this habit is very important because if we don't take time for ourselves, to fill ourselves up, then we will not have anything of value to give to others. I want to live a life of service and it's great to know that I am not alone. Teachers Rock!

Life is short-Have Fun