Final #walkmyworld Post

Here is my final #walkmyworld blog post. I decided to curate a storify to showcase the journey I have taken through the #walkmyworld learning event. Thank you for an amazing experience!

#walkmyworld Week 9: Story of Us

What do you have a unique perspective on? What have you learned while interacting with this group? What have you learned about learning and participating on the web? How will you use this information moving forward to use and share files in an open, friendly, respectful way?

Since being apart of the #ITDML program I have learned many things about the Internet.  Here are just a couple things I have taken away from the program and the #walkmyworld assignments:

1. Technology is not as scary as it seems

2. When it comes to technology, "playing with it" will get your farther then reading about it

3. You CAN become connected with honest, interesting people and realistic facts

4. Internet in the classroom doesn't mean text messaging

5. Students CAN learn with a device in front of them

6. Snapchat and other applications can be used for educational sharing

7. Not every student knows how to use technology (and properly)

8. It's a lot easier to share in a drive then it is to share paperwork

9. "Google it" isn't a bad saying

10. No matter where you live, technology can make the playing field equal.

Since the program started, I have shared files with my peers in the program. Then I started to share with my colleagues at work. Just recently, I started to share information with my students through Google drive. I learned that I can do this and it isn't that bad! One thing I have learned throughout the process, is most of students are unfamiliar with technology in the classroom as well. Sure they might know to do navigate the web faster then some teachers and know certain technological tricks I may not, but they still have to be taught about digital education etiquette. 

  

#walkmyworld Journey Through Life

What journey have you taken to get this point? What trials and tribulations have you encountered along the path? What great deeds and stories will you return to to give the world to make it a better place?

Life is full of journeys. Some long, some short. Some bumpy and some very smooth. Throughout my life I have traveled down many of those paths. Some so blinding I could barely see the window cracked open for a new opportunity. 

Like most, I have went through heart ache. Both of dieing family members, pets or the loss of a significant other. But I have also been on extremely happy paths. My most memorable journey is the journey that lead me to my educational field. This journey is the most memorable because it brought me many friendships and memories. It also led me to the man

I married. 

I think no matter what path we lead or venture on, embrace the path. Even though some paths may be virtually inconceivable to pass through. I believe this because at the end of the tunnel there is a place of serenity and happiness as long as you follow your heart.

Walk my World: Mirror Mirror on the Wall

What do you see in your reflection? What does the mirror say about you? What do you wish the mirror reflected? What truths are only known in the mirror?

At 30, looking in the mirror is not as much of a thrill as it was in my early 20's.  Looking at the passing age, my mirror reflects a person who is compassionate although sometime loses her cool. Ultimately, when I look at my mirror I see a past full of memories, laughs, and tears.  I see a sea of adventure and a thirst for more. My mirror knows the true strengths and weaknesses I hold. My pillars of loyalty are evident and my fear of being alone is only seen by me. I see a mirror reflection of someone who hopefully has many memories ahead of them. What does your mirror show?

Walk my World: I dream...do you?

I dream many dreams. Some subconscious and some actively. I dream of having a beautiful family with lots of love and passion. I dream to make a difference in my students lives. For them to relinquish  the hardships/burdens they hold on their shoulders and strive for their own dreams. I dream to continue to support my friends and family. To live in the moment and to cherish the events in my path. I dream for patience, because it can always be worse.

Then I look at my more traditional dreams. Some I have had since I was a baby. Dreams that separated me from the people I love. A dream of me on one side of the land and a large crack dividing myself from my family. But my dreams are also good. Dreaming of my family past present and future sitting around the table sharing stories, laughter, and warmth through conversations. 

I dream, what is it you dream about? #walkmyworld #itdml

Walk my World-2 places at once

Technology offers us the opportunity to be in two places at once. I apologize to do this but I was in two places at once this past week. I am holding a picture of myself bundled up sledding with my family while standing in a bathing suit on the beautiful beaches of Aruba!! #walkmyworld #aruba

Walk my World: Dawn of a New Day

What does "dawn" look like in your world? What do new beginnings look, sound and smell like as you start your day? What gets you excited to get up and enter your world? Do you have a favorite time of day?

As I wake at the beginning of a new day during these fridged winter months, I roll over to kiss my husband and stare at the innocence of my daughter sleeping. I thank god for being blessed with a new baby on the way and pet my endless loving dog who has now made her way on my bed. The smell of hot coffee brews from two rooms away and I stretch to wake myself up. The house is silent but soon will be filled with laughter and childs play. I listen in complete silence, gazing out at the backyard. I feel a sense of calming rush over my body. This is my favorite time of day. The time when I can hear myself breathing and find comfort knowing I am blessed with a family and beautiful home over my head on these fridges days.  This morning though, there is a slight chill in the air...this could only mean one thing! That's right, #SNOWDAY!!!! #walkmyworld #itdml

Walk My World: What Does Your Reflection Say?

Cari, carebear, and cappy are my usual suspects of names.  Family and friends are my ultimate priorities. Passionate and athletic are only a few words that describe me.  I have a strong work ethic but can appreciate relaxing.  One song I would love to live by is dream big by Ryan Shupe. Whenever I think about reflection, I think about the Michael Jackson song Man in the Mirror:

I'm starting with the man in the mirror
I'm asking him to change his ways

And no message could have been any clearer

If you want to make the world a better place

Take a look at yourself, and then make a change

Through a different "lens"

Pictures are worth a thousand words

Walk My World: Virtual High Five

The famous high five.  As seen in this video, there are many ways to go about a high five.  Ultimately, the high five whether it is for real or virtual is a mutual form of a "hello" and or support.  For example, I received a digital high five when I shared my door during last weeks #walkmyworld assignment from +Jody Ceglarski, +Kara Toman , and +Laura Krenicki.  All showed support and an excitement for my new adventure unfolding.  Thank you!