I'd like to think that my interests coincide with both of my parent's.
My mom has always loved learning new things and still sends me future teaching tools through email. She was a preschool teacher for a few years when I was younger as well as a Sunday school teacher. As I grew older, she spent time planning the most interesting speakers and field trips for the gifted school in my school district. She was constantly researching newspaper articles and used personal connections to find the most worthwhile speakers for these elementary-aged students. Even though she had to stop working in the past years, she continues her learning through the use of technology. The Internet has allowed my mom to continue her life of education. Ask her any question and my mom will be able to quickly and efficiently find pages upon pages of the topic you wanted. I also have to say that she is an avid Facebook-fanatic as well.
My dad is a graphic designer buff. He uses technology throughout his everyday life at his job, creating brochures, logos for companies, and even my brother's wedding invitations last year. He recently took classes to become certified to create websites. Even Dad understands the demand of the changing technological world. Although he refuses to create a Facebook account, he is an experienced Linked-In user and has had plenty of success finding freelance work through this, along with other social networking sites.
Even my older brother has created his own blog with his biggest interest in mind: vehicles. Jason, who is becoming a successful automobile salesman, has continuously researched information about cars and decided to transmit his thoughts on a web page. This is ultimately what caused me to start my blog. Why not go out and share my interests as well?
As I have grown older, I have learned to embrace the similarities I have with members of my family. To me, it means there is this special connection in us which allows for great conversations and a flow of new ideas. While at work yesterday, my dad had actually emailed me about a great opportunity for us to collaborate together on a project. The rabbi of our congregation is retiring this year. As a way to give back, Dad was asked to create a “celebration video” honoring what a great man he is. Immediately, he sent a reply stating that he and I would team up for this opportunity. What a great way to bond! I have never worked on a professional level with my dad and am excited to create something from scratch with him. Better yet -- it involves iMovie... my favorite!
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| My parents and I dancing at my brother's wedding. |
My mom has always loved learning new things and still sends me future teaching tools through email. She was a preschool teacher for a few years when I was younger as well as a Sunday school teacher. As I grew older, she spent time planning the most interesting speakers and field trips for the gifted school in my school district. She was constantly researching newspaper articles and used personal connections to find the most worthwhile speakers for these elementary-aged students. Even though she had to stop working in the past years, she continues her learning through the use of technology. The Internet has allowed my mom to continue her life of education. Ask her any question and my mom will be able to quickly and efficiently find pages upon pages of the topic you wanted. I also have to say that she is an avid Facebook-fanatic as well.
My dad is a graphic designer buff. He uses technology throughout his everyday life at his job, creating brochures, logos for companies, and even my brother's wedding invitations last year. He recently took classes to become certified to create websites. Even Dad understands the demand of the changing technological world. Although he refuses to create a Facebook account, he is an experienced Linked-In user and has had plenty of success finding freelance work through this, along with other social networking sites.
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| My brother and I |
Even my older brother has created his own blog with his biggest interest in mind: vehicles. Jason, who is becoming a successful automobile salesman, has continuously researched information about cars and decided to transmit his thoughts on a web page. This is ultimately what caused me to start my blog. Why not go out and share my interests as well?
As I have grown older, I have learned to embrace the similarities I have with members of my family. To me, it means there is this special connection in us which allows for great conversations and a flow of new ideas. While at work yesterday, my dad had actually emailed me about a great opportunity for us to collaborate together on a project. The rabbi of our congregation is retiring this year. As a way to give back, Dad was asked to create a “celebration video” honoring what a great man he is. Immediately, he sent a reply stating that he and I would team up for this opportunity. What a great way to bond! I have never worked on a professional level with my dad and am excited to create something from scratch with him. Better yet -- it involves iMovie... my favorite!
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