And I heard, as it were, thunder rolling

I found this week’s lesson to be one of my favorites. I love NPR and discovered I can get podcasts of some of their shows. When I get my mp3 player, I will most likely use it to store and play music, but now I have a whole other avenue to pursue with it as well.

At this point, I’m too excited about having another "gadget" to learn about and play with to know all the uses I will find for it. Be assured it will be used often and will most likely become my new best friend. :)

I can’t wait to have the player in my hot, little hands. I would like to thank Tom and all his co-workers for making that moment possible. You’re all so special to me now.

"If music be the fruit of love....play on"

I love music. It can clear my mind, pick me up or calm me down. My doctor assures me that it is a safe yet powerful tool for me....er....but that's another story. :)

This week's lesson concerns digital rights, media and the internet. I do feel that the artist's and all the other people involved with music and other media should get their just profits from it. At the same time I can see sharing media on the internet. It helps promote it by allowing users to hear new music and share new finds.

I enjoyed the article written by Steve Jobs and I share his views on the subject.

Flickr, Flickr burning bright...

Once again, Tom and his merry team have given us a healthy dose of internet fare to chew on. In this case, I already knew about Flickr. I've found some pretty cool pix on this site. I think it's a great way to share with others. The idea of using Creative Commons, to offer a measure of protection for one's work, makes it even better. But, meeting other users in Hawaii to have a cook-out, kibitz and what-not.....no. Sharing some pix is probably all I'd be interested in doing.

In any case, it's one more way of sharing, learning and.....and stuff. Sometimes, it makes me feel like Maria in the Sound of Music....sharing what I know with anyone who's willing to learn. I'm so happy!