Thing 6-Mashups

Mashups - what can I say except that my brain feels like mashed potatoes after thing 6. I did visit the App Garden and explored three of the mashups. I went to Trippermap which geotags your flickr photos; Barbershop which is a cool app for men to see different hairstyles and beards and such, but I couldn't find an equivalent one for women; and also Snaptweet, which allows you to post your photos to Flickr and tweet them simulataneously. Honestly, I don't really understand the concept of mashups, so I don't see myself using them at work or in my personal life. I like the idea of posting pictures for family and friends to see online, but am not really that comfortable putting them out there for the world to see.

Thing 6

In App Garden I looked at Barbershop by Cameron L., Flickr Faves by griff le riff, and poyomi by rudib. My favorite was poyomi that had really cool pictures of Egypt. I also really liked the one "Barbershop" ...anyone can put their (or someone else's) picture and see different hairdos (length, color, style) and also, beards and mustaches.
I think the Barbershop would be alot of fun for me and for friends and family. A mashup of pictures of the library would be nice...especially at Christmas when we have the lighted wreaths and poinsettias.
I think sharing photos online is a great thing. However, I have heard that it's not a good idea to share personal photos, especially children...I'm really not sure what the danger is, but it's always good to be cautious.

THING5

Well, I finished thing5. It was not as easy as it sounds. First I had to sort through hundreds of family pictures, it took a long time, because most of them are fo my beautyful grandkids, had to find the animal pictures.I had to download the pictures from 2 other storage sites to my desktop, put all in a temporary folder. It is easier to upload all the pictures to the next site, if you keep them all together.Next I had to establish an account with Photobucket, not to hard to do.On one page it asked if I wanted the standard or pro-sharing.If you don't want to end up paying , make sure you klick on the very small no thanks key.Next came uploading all my pictures.Very frustrating. I kept getting interupted by an animated add and uploaded a few pictures more than once.I was able to fix all that when I came to editing the pictures.After adding a few captions, I was able to watch all as a slide show. The hardest part came next. Trying to link this site to our library blog. My family found out that I do know a few cuss words. We already have to sites to store our pictures, I think this one will only be used for work. Don't forget to take a look at my 4legged family. Gabi

Thing 3 & 4

I used Google Reader. I like the availability and accessibility of information on RSS feeds and newsreaders. I can see this tool being useful both at work and in my personal life. RSS feeds may be useful since the most current information is presented.

my 4 legged family

Graduation! A proud moment in a parent's life. We did not think they'd get this far. Never seen two more stubborn little guys, but look at them now. Come see the rest of our 4 legged family at Photobucket.

Thing 5

This is a picture of our kitty, Maximilian...I almost never take pictures....I didn't take this one, but I love it. I liked getting into Flickr...this stuff is pretty cool.

Thing 5 - PhotoSharing

I used PhotoBucket, as I already had an account.  I found it very easy to upload pictures from my computer to PhotoBucket and then download to the blog. It's a great way to back-up and organize your photos.  I have posted a picture of our cat, Ichiro,  I have so many cute pictures of our pets it was hard to choose.  I love the picture posted by Debbie on our team blog, I always wanted to go the Paris, someday!   Barbara  (http://photobucket.com/home/mommabear42)

Thing 5

Eiffel Tower - Paris
Originally uploaded by DiGitALGoLD

WOW, I went to Paris last October and stayed 5 minutes from the Eiffel Tower, My husband and I could also see it from our hotel room. I can't get enough of looking at pictures of the tower. Debbie

thank you

My first 2 posts are lost in cyberspace forever,but thanks to Gail for her patience and all her help it looks like I am on the right track. 3 gold stars and a great big thank you to her.

thing4

I chose google reader. Just added "lolcats'n'funny pictures of cats-I can has cheeseburgers" to my RSS list -no news stories-no important information-just some funny pictures to put a smile on your face,when you are having a tough day. All the RSS readers will give faster access to the information I am looking for.I chose a few work related sites, to be able to answer questions at work.The cooking and sewing sites I chose are just for fun.

thing3

RSS really is not that simple-I hope it will get easier as I learn more

Things 3 and 4

I used the Google reader for my RSS feeds. I enjoyed being able to sign right in to my google account and read up on my favorite sport blog (Ultimate Fighting Championship) and also some of my favorite news. I enjoyed trying to find some Library feeds and found that the Library of Congress had some great webcasts, I saw a great one on Paul McCartney. I definitely think the library should have a RSS feed with upcoming events and also whats going on in Largo. Debbie

Readers/RSS Feeds - Things 3 & 4

Thing 4:  I chose the Google Reader.  I like being able to have up-to-date information on topics that interest me.  A benefit of the feed is to get the information without having to go to each individual website to find it. For instance, I knew right away that Evan Longoria and Carl Crawford of the Tampa Bay Rays received Gold Glove awards.  I selected several baseball and football feeds, as those are the things that interest me.  I did find a few library feeds as well as the FDA food recall feed which is kind of a cool thing to keep up with.  However, I really don't see myself using it at work other than to have the knowledge to assist patrons.  An RSS feed of the library would be helpful to keep patrons informed about upcoming events, holiday closings, or special events.  Barbara M.

Thing One

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Fun Times

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thing1

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WOW

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