Why Blog?

Here is an interesting site on why people blog: Why Blog? I have many thoughts and theories as to why we blog. In fact, I wrote my masters thesis on writing motivation and blogging. Personally, I was turned on to blogging because of a professor I had during my masters degree. He made us blog.

Most of my thoughts on blogging revolve around academic blogging. I believe blogging gives my high school students a real-world audience. As a teacher of English/Language Arts I could not ask for anything better. I try to give students the idea that the Internet can be more than Myspace, Facebook, and the only resource they use when writing a research paper.

All students have something to say. Giving them the experience and responsibility of their own blog can help give students a bigger voice and a much wider audience. That's the easy answer. Check out the link above and make your own decision.

The Holidays Are Over

In a way, I'm a bit relieved the holidays are over. It's actually good to be back on a regular schedule (though, my sleep schedule is not included quite yet). Now I can get on with my normal New Year's resolution, that is-getting to the gym regularly. I'm proud to say that I made it yesterday. However, the second and third and fourth days are the hardest. I figured since I'm back on the school schedule I might as well start everything with gusto.

I have to get into shape for all of the outdoor activities I have planned for this spring and summer. I ended up getting my kayaks for Christmas, so being on the water is in my future. I imagine paddling down rivers or around lakes enjoying and exploring the sites and sounds of nature that surround.

I hope to write many more mobile blogs because this new hobby. I'm having fun planning what gear to buy for the kayaks.