As part of my “Professional Development” goals for this summer I enrolled in a one day (8:30 -5:00) PowerPoint class. Now….I am not a computer geek so this is not what I would consider to be a “good time”! I have had PowerPoint on my computer forever and I have messed around with it a few times, but…I really have had little reason to see what it can do.

One of the strong motivating factors in learning this particular software is a pending presentation that I volunteered (what was I thinking?) to give with my friend and colleague Ed Smith at the SCD seminar in October. There is nothing like a pending “opportunity” to motivate action. Sometimes we need a push to get us going.

I just returned from the class and I have to say it was really fun!! The teacher was excellent and I learned so many new things. I might even be able to teach my kids something. Okay…maybe not! Immediately after I got home from the class my daughter started quizzing me about what I learned. I think she may have taken the advanced class…HA!! Well, anyway…. I am very excited about my new found knowledge and I can’t wait to put it to good use. I can see many creative opportunities for this application in the future.

On a side note...If you have been wanting to learn something new (like ....drawing, floral design, watercolor, knitting, etc..) or if you need something to get those creative juices flowing, check into the community colleges in your area. They usually offer a wide range of art classes that are relaxed, inspiring and very educational!