I’ll be honest, yesterday was not a very inspirational Wednesday. I didn’t get to hold my regular teacher gathering for inspiration because I was in a meeting. It seemed like everywhere I turned, discouragement was waiting to stare me in the face. So, what do I do when I am feeling discouraged? I look to my PLN, of course. You all are a constant source of inspiration and encouragement for me. From my Twitter friends to my blogging alliance bloggers, they are a constant source of sunshine. So, for today’s (late) Webspiration Wednesday, I am sharing the blogs that make me smile, and offering you another opportunity to jump into Twitter and join our PLN (personal learning network).
My Integrating Technology Journey
Blogging About the Web 2.0 Classroom
Educational Technology and Life
Integrating Technology in the Primary Classroom
Realizing Your Personal Legend
Technology Figuring Out How the Pieces Fit
The Pursuit of Technology Integration Happiness
World Languages Technology Consultant
Vanessa Cassie: Sharp’s Audio/Visual
Reading Teachers Online Arsenal
I get a daily dose of inspiration from my Blogging Alliance and Twitter friends, but in the past day they have spoiled me with extra acts of friendship. After I posted a discouraging tweet, I immediately got several encouraging messages from my PLN friends. This morning I woke up to more support and encouragement. @woodenmask sent me this: http://soytuaire.labuat.com/ and a gift song on iTunes The Roses of Success (from Chitty Chitty Bang Bang). @lamoureuxr sent me this: Don’t Stop Believing Kid’s Choir. @TheNerdyTeacher included me in his tribute to Snick post that made me laugh out loud. To my PLN, thank you for the smiles and virtual hugs today. They were felt loud and clear.
If you haven’t joined Twitter and started building your PLN yet, let me encourage you to start by following these incredible educators. Jump in, you won’t regret it!
A great big virtual hug back to you, you wonderful person. Thank you for everything you give to others. You are amazing!
Thank you Judith, my husband is now wondering why I am teary 🙂 I am overwhelmed by all of the love and support!
Kelly,
Here’s a big virtual hug! Ever since you came into my life you have brought nothing but sunshine! One day it will be a virtual hug. Just let me know if you need anything.
I still find it amazing how much support we can get from people we have never met, but with whom we have built a mutually respectful relationship.
It’s good that there are others who inspire you, as you have been (and still are, of course!), a wonderful inspiration to many of us. Many of the tools and ideas I gain online have come from you and your blog, so a big thank you for that.
Virtual Hugs back to you!
Thank you for always being there and for what you share.
Love
Thank you for always being there and for what you share!
Virtual hugs back to you.
Thanks Kelly! I”m just getting caught up on a week’s worth of Twitter updates, blog posts and PLN tips — thanks for the mention here! I completely agree — I would be lost without my PLN and especially you as you contribute so many great ideas and took on the humongous task of organizing our edublogger alliance! Sending a big, belated virtual hug your way today 🙂
Kelly,
You give me inspiration daily. You are a thoughtful, caring person and your students are so lucky to have you. This member of the PLN says virtual hug, and virtual high five for a job well done.
Big ole virtual hugs back at ya. I was talking to Shelly the other day and I was telling her that you are the reason I started on Twitter and my blog. I’m. Not sure if I told you that before. Keep doing what you do because you inspire teachers and students every single day. Thanks for all of the support you have given me and my blog. I’m not sure I would be blogging today without it. 🙂
Tweet ya later!
I didn’t know that Nick but I am so glad that you joined the blogging world and my PLN!!
Thank you Suzanne, I can’t tell you how much that means!
Thanks Vanessa! So happy to have you as a part of my PLN!
Thank you Mariana, love reading your blog, cheers me right up!
I agree, I was trying to explain this to my husband (who is also on Twitter) but we in education have something very special in our PLN.
Thanks Shelly! I feel the same way about you :o)
I am glad to say that those blogs make me smile too. YOU also make me smile. I feel encouraged by you on a regular basis. I blog more and tweet more because of you too! 🙂