Second Life

I've spent a little more time in SL recently, and I'm starting to see the potential it has for learning and socializing. I'm still ticked off that FSU seems to consider it a threat. I think my next project will be getting the word out to the network nazis that it isn't just a game. BTW, I'm Liatris Tidewater if anyone sees this and wants to say hello.

iPhone

I looked at the online demos and tech specs for the new iPhone, and I must say I'm impressed. I know it's expensive, and the monthly service charges will probably be outlandish, but it's still very cool. I could just about get rid of my current cell phone, iPod, PDA, and notebook computer if I had one of them. Maybe I should try to convince my employers that I need one for evaluation purposes...yeah, right!

Social Software

I'm really enjoying the workshops I'm doing on social software for the Libraries. Everyone seems to get something from them, even the people who were already familiar with a lot of the sites. I'm learning, too.

Where has the summer gone?

What a difference a year makes. After being worn out by hurricanes the last two summers, the relative peace of this one has caused time to fly by. I know there's still over three months to sweat (literally, in Tallahassee), but maybe we'll dodge the bullet after all.

Final World Cup Thoughts

I watched most of the final two matches and enjoyed them, in spite of The Incident in the final. The Italians are great actors, but they did win, so perhaps Team USA should take a few lessons. On to South Africa!

Dog Days

Just returned from a long holiday weekend at Dog Island. The weather, water, and bugs were all very cooperative. I'd stay out there all summer if it were always so nice. I just hope my next trip doesn't involve storm shutters.

Bye-bye USA soccer

With Team USA's loss to Ghana, I must find another team to root for. I'm leaning toward the Socceroos of Australia or possibly the Dutch. Looking forward to the next round!