Joanita's Spotlight Moments

Last Week Before Graduation

2009-04-27T20:22:00.000-07:00

I am working on my PFDP, it’s extremely busy at Boatwright Memorial Library. It’s hard believed that the year has passed by so quickly! From this point forward, the time will really feel as if it is flying! All my friends are graduating Fritz, Tony, Paul, Laurie, Mary Cate, Missy, Laura, Zac, Elena, Tugce, Garrett, Jackie. . . Goodness gracious. Well, I wish everyone in his/her future endeavors

Beautiful Sunny Day

2009-04-18T13:37:00.000-07:00

What a beautiful day! It’s about 79 degrees Sunny afternoon. I am sitting here in a rocking chair reading a book called “College Girl” by Patricia Weit. I wouldn’t ask for a prefect day for relaxing on a paddler, or working in the garden, or go the beach mall. Finally Spring is here I am looking forward to enjoying the weather weekend.

Enjoy your Weekend

2009-04-16T21:05:00.001-07:00

Thank God it Thursday end of the semester is extremely busy. I friend of mine Sarah Gordon is giving a presentation at the symposium tomorrow effects of the political violence in South Africa on Zulu gender relations. This is her culmination of her interdisciplinary thesis. I very proud of her accomplishment I look forward seeing her presentation tomorrow. The weather is supposed to be perfect. Finally Spring is here.

Happy Easter

2009-04-13T15:39:00.001-07:00

Peace School

2009-04-04T05:50:00.000-07:00

Wow! I almost forgot I had a blog. Well, I have been very busy trying to promote Peace School in Uganda. This is Nursery and Primary School is located in Makindye, 15 minutes from the capital city Kampala.
MJ, CEO of AHEAD Energy and Nate Undergraduate student at University of Rochester went to Uganda for 10 days February 8-18th, 2009 to visit Peace School. During their visit it became very clear to them that Peace School had a critical and urgent need to upgrade their cooking facilities. AHEAD Energy launched a project to upgrade the cooking facilities at Peace School. They built two Rocket stoves which can use firewood or charcoal. AHEAD Energy is hoping in the near future to install biodigester at Peace School in order they will be able to use gas.
Currently, Peace School is using these two modern Rocket stoves. The stoves are safe to use, clean, and cook faster. Peace School is free from harmful smoke and pollutants. Long Live! AHEAD Energy guys you have restored hope in the lives of young and old in this community.

Thanksgiving

2008-11-16T04:58:00.000-08:00

I am sure everyone is looking forward to Thanksgiving break. I have 14 people coming to my house. six students, friends from out of town and my family. It's going to be fun I am looking forward to the excitment

Trick or Treat

2008-10-30T20:54:00.000-07:00

Trick a Treat seniors are excited about the social tonight. Everyone dressed up in the costume and headed downtown at the Element Club

2008-10-29T20:55:00.000-07:00

A coworker from Virginia Diocesan Retreat Center died saddenly. I am not sure the cause of death. I am really scary and sad Richard was a guy great. He will greatly be missed

Grand Opening

2008-10-27T20:43:00.000-07:00

Officially, Main Service Desk staff has celebrated their new Self check Machine grand opening. With balloons flying and different favorite candies so many students were all excited about using the machine while enjoying candy. Staff is encouraging students to use the machine.

Baby Deer

2008-10-26T09:18:00.000-07:00

Rupert the tiny Deer, delivered by Caesarean section, after his mother was killed by a car. This tiny deer was delivered by Caesarean section at a wildlife hospital after his mother was killed by a car. Little muntjack Rupert, who is small he can fit in an adult hand was born after vets failed in their battle to save his mother.
Tiny: Rupert is so small he can be held in an adult's hand

Orphan: Vets were unable to save his mother. At six inches tall and weighing just over pound,

he is now incubator in the intensive care unit at Tiggy winkles
Wildlife Hospital in Buckingham shire.

Halloween

2008-10-22T19:50:00.001-07:00

Where does time go? It seems like its flying every day. Halloween is next week. Everyone already knows what they want to be. I think I am going to dress up as a Rock star. I am excited about that evening. My friend is dressing up as an angel; Nichols is dressing up as a Prince. Jemi is dressing as a butterfly. Paul is dressing up as alien.

2008-10-21T20:06:00.001-07:00

Tuesday nights are fun. Carol brings all the energy students need. Tonight, I am training community service students. Colin just emailed me he won’t be in tonight he has a class project due tomorrow. Oh guess who is working Jason, Nate, Katrina, and Fritz who all have a lot of energy. We’re extremely busy due to midterm exams.

A patron is asking about her missing documents she left by the copier. We have looked all over the library no luck. Jason has checked all trash cans and other copiers. I am not sure I believe she knows where she actually left her documents. However, we will put the word around.

Using Music As a Medicine

2008-10-20T14:41:00.000-07:00

Yep you heard me right. I have always used music as a medicine. Any woman should have a CD or tape to play when she's stressed. I have used even used music to calm my kids when they are confined indoors because of illness or weather. When I am working at night I find light jazz energizing. However, when I am cooking I prefer to listen to music from my home, Uganda. Soft rock keeps me moving when I clean my house. While Gospel music help me to relax when I am tired. I love to listen to country music when I drive. There is music for every mood. I think everyone should build a personal collection of musical selections to help calm any situation, collect thoughts, and create energy if needed. I love Music. Students listen to rap and dance music. Some like to listen to the Balkan sounds of Chalga.

Nicholas' Birthday

2008-10-18T14:20:00.001-07:00

I certainly had fun today catching up with old friends I hadn't seen for years. We celebrated Nick's 3rd birthday. Janet, my baby sister, is Nicholas' mom. Nick's birthday was October 9th but we celebrated Sunday the 12th when everyone had a day off.

We had every Ugandan food which is known to be health. Main dish was matooke which is made by steamed plantains. You should try it very tasty. Vegetables like peas, beans, sweet potatoes, cassava, rice, millet bread, and yams. Grilled Tilapia ha you don't want to miss this.

We get Nicholas during the weekends. We have fun time with him. We go the Maymont Park, Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens, or Three Lake Park. My favorite of the three is Maymont Park; it provides the beauty and opportunity to exercise. The barnyard with animals, the exhibits with other native, mansion, waterfall, and the beautiful gardens everything is awesome. Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens has some cool things. I love the Greenhouse and Christmas display. They have amazing gardens. If you haven’t been to neither one of these parks please make plans and visit. You will be surprised how much fun it is and you’ll enjoy nature and fresh breeze

Web 2.0

2008-10-15T21:11:00.001-07:00

Here we go again Web 2.0 now this the hottest topic. Web 2.0 is defined as what is next after web 2.0
After exploring the list I think I will go with

Online Photo Generator

2008-10-15T21:09:00.000-07:00

Online Photo Generator is awesome! I will use this software often. Now, as I am knowledgeable how to use Online Photo Generator I will take the advantage of featuring a wide variety of web design, image editing, and photo editing. I have especially enjoyed the online photo galley where I can see all the cool features Online Photo Generator offers.

Cuil

2008-10-15T19:51:00.000-07:00

In the 21st Century, with the rapid technological development changing the way libraries serve our communities, it is my goal to harness these new technologies in order to provide better service to both local and remote users. I also intend to use any new gadgets to advance and keep up with new technology. Here try this out and start your search try anything you will be surprised what you find.

2008-10-15T17:02:00.000-07:00

Sisters

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Here are four of the six sisters; MaryLove, Lydia, Janet, and I. We grew up on a farm. We spent a lot time together, reading, playing games, gardening, and knitting etc. Meddy and Passy still live in Uganda but we’re still close to one another. Growing up was sometimes hard but we had fun. We look back and laugh at some of the fights and jokes we had as kids they’re priceless moments.
I am very thankful for my mom for teaching us the strong values of God and keeping us close together. Dad teaching us the strong work ethics to earn what we get. Both my parents valued education and they made sure we got the best one possible. We attended all girls’ boarding schools we had a fabulous time during school. I think about how lucky I am to have such wonderful sisters. We’re very proud of each other. My sisters and I are best friends. I love my sisters!!!!!!

Zoho Writer

2008-10-08T21:22:00.000-07:00

Woo! It is incredible to see the different features Zoho Writer has. I have signed up for an account. According, to the features Zoho writer has I will use this software often. since I share documents with my brother. This will be great for him because he doesn't really have to be online. I like the fact that I am able to resize any photo within the document; I think that is cool.

Wiki

2008-09-14T18:49:00.000-07:00

Wow! Finally I am back in the game. Right now, I am playing catch up. Let me talk about Wiki, this is excellent is software. I am glad Boatwright Library MSD is using Wiki. I have found Wiki extremely helpful. Whenever I am looking for something I use Wiki. It’s like a glossary. Student Consultants who work at the Main Service Desk also find this website useful. I refer my students to the wiki whatever they have a question. Well if you've a question or wondering about any thing you're not sure of the answer visit the BML wiki it's easy to find.

In general I think the Wiki software has cool features if you have tried it check it out

Library 2.0

2008-08-13T15:09:00.001-07:00

It is interesting to see how much technology has changed the library today. Previously a library was just a place to come and read books, but technology attracts more people today to the library than in the past. Some people are able to just come into the library to socialize. Library 2.0 would allow people to access the library from anywhere with their personal computer.

Also here at Boatwright library Memorial Library, study groups are becoming more popular and people friendly. The accommodation of our 8:15 Coffee Shop falls right in place when students and staff are in need of a pick-me up. In addition, we have a Career development office that offers service on Wednesday evening to help students with their resumes. We have great reference librarians who help students with their research projects. One thing I would like to add is that Boatwright Memorial library is a home away from home for our community, students and staff. We are always happy when our customers are satisfied. Our Theme is "Leave Happy"

With today's technology, the computer replaces the old study tables. Below is one of our many study areas where people come in and work on different things:

Note the all the students shown below have their textbooks open for study. This is the way we used to do it:

Technorati

2008-08-12T17:00:00.000-07:00

This exercise was very easy. However, I had to take time and follow the steps in order to complete the technorati claim correctly. But when it comes to the widget, MAN! it is hard. I couldn't figure out what to do. I have tried to add in my favorite blogs, I wasn't successful. Someone, please help! As you see below, I have managed a widget but for the life of me I cannot enter anything into it.

Blog Information

Week 6

2008-08-10T17:17:00.001-07:00

Finally I think I have completed my exercise on delicious. It took me a while to figure out how the tags and other components worked. Once I got the hang of it everything made sense.
Delicious

Rollyo

2008-08-09T09:11:00.000-07:00

I had a hard time getting this rollyo to work. Anyway, I went through the list trying one by one and, finally, I hope this works. I set my rollyo search to specific reference sources, but you can customize your rollyo searches with many more options. All you have to do is click on the list and choose for yourself!!! :)

When my friends ask me how my summer has been, I proudly inform them about our TechLearning 2008 program. I share with them the "23 Things I have Learned," and all the latest technology I have discovered, expanded and applied during this learning. Blogging has been a learning experience and at the same time has expanded knowledge of new and emerging Web 2.0 tools.

Some of My Favorite Books

2008-08-07T18:33:00.000-07:00

As I look back over the years there is a wealth of stories that I would love to share with my friends. I can tell you it has been a great experience working in a library. I will start off with the story of my first time shelving. I took a cart full of books to shelve on Basement level 2. I thought it would take me thirty minutes to shelve that truck. It took me two hours. When I got there, while I was shelving, I was also looking at the books and began reading them. By the time I finished shelving, I had half a cart of books I wanted to check out. Since then, reading has become one of my hobbies. When I read I feel as if I am visiting these places that I read about. The next time I went to shelve, I promised myself not to browse through the books while shelving, though it was hard not to. I will catalog some of my favorites books

Online Image Generator

2008-08-07T15:34:00.000-07:00

After playing with all the different online images generator I decided to use this it might be for kids but I thought it was cute. Enjoy the quiz

Week 5 Play Week

2008-08-06T18:23:00.000-07:00

This has certainly been a play week. Learning isn't so much a new task in the schema of human experiences as it is the recognition of what we have been doing all along and are now striving to do better. When I started blogging I thought it was too hard, but since then I've found it fun and refreshing.
Here is libraryThing

New Development

2008-08-05T18:21:00.000-07:00

After doing all my research I decided to purchase a MacBook Pro. It's true they are expensive machines however, I am benefiting from the all the functions they provide. I love this machine. I will share some of the things I have discovered. Here we go: Macs are very user-friendly due to the interconnectedness of their applications, and simple to understand user interface. The main draw to using a Mac is that every program used on the Mac is made to work seamlessly with the rest of the programs and the operating system itself. Unlike a Windows machine the hardware of a Mac is built for the operating system, so there are rarely any bugs or problems between the software and hardware. This allows a much more pleasant user experience and allows for increased productivity of the user, because the applications are optimized for both the software and hardware of the computer. Another important part of the Mac operating system is the large amount of freeware applications available for it that you cannot get on Windows. Macs are also bundled with a very useful suite of applications called iLife. iLife contains media applications made for the Mac OS such as iTunes, iMovie, and iWeb. iLife applications are very simple to use and can even allow a new user to produce videos and websites with no prior experience.

More About RSS Feed

2008-08-04T13:26:00.000-07:00

After looking at different things RSS feed can do, here is more stuff to share

I have found the library of congress blog that is very interesting to look through.

Week 4 RSS Feed

2008-08-04T11:43:00.000-07:00

Google Reader has interested me . I have found lot of interesting articles here is one that captured my attention. This article talks about Brand New Google Search for iPhone. Pictures of the new Macbook?
With fast-growing technology it seems like every week something is introduced or new technology pops up. I am working hard to keep up with the times enjoy.

Interesting Technology

2008-08-03T16:22:00.001-07:00

The main thing that is technology related that has interested me has been Skype. Skype has done wonders for my relationships, and it is the most excellent technology. I would recommend it if you want to save money, time and stay connected with family and friends. I can send photos, text messages, and instant messages.

Since I started using Skype, I have learned of its multiple functions. It’s cheaper than any telephone company when using a landline phone or cell phone. Get this - it’s free when using computer to computer. It gets even better if you have a webcam, when you can even see the person on the other end. How cool is it that I get to see my mom who is 6000 miles away at least once a day!? With Skype you can be connected anywhere in the world, as long as you have internet and a computer. This is my favorite technology, which I wanted to share with you!

Click here to learn more about Skype you will be surprised what Skype can do for you. Check it out!

Week 3 Photorama!

2008-07-30T17:59:00.000-07:00

I got carried away and fell a little behind on the blog assignments. Week three required us to look at Flickr's API. I opened an account with flickr as required. However, I had already decided that I would use Friday Techtip After Digital photo Rodeo. I love that program because when it comes to managing photos in my opinion, I believe Picasa would be my first choice.

Week 2 Blogging

2008-07-30T17:37:00.000-07:00

To establish my blog, I have decided to use Blogger.com because it seemed easier for me being first time user. I must confess it is very addictive. Sometimes I find it hard to stop, however, its fun. I guess because I write about things I care about.

Week 1 Life long Learning

2008-07-30T17:21:00.000-07:00

First time I heard about Tech-Learning at Boatwright Library. I was worried but at the same time I wanted the challenge. I welcomed the opportunity because technology has become so pervasive in our society and workplace. Every week some new technology is introduced. I knew that this was the time to jump on board the tech bandwagon and start to rock and roll.

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Owen Is On A Tour

2008-07-23T17:12:00.002-07:00

That's Owen he has been on a tour. Checking out all the cool toys we have. He thinks he is hot stuff today. Go Owen! you're on a roll

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Fabulous Day

2008-07-23T17:11:00.000-07:00

Today was my birthday. I had a fabulous day couple of gifts and treats from friends. Certainly, I enjoyed reading my facebook messages. Brian made me one of my favorite music CDs. Jason played his latest instrument, a banjo, for me. It was really cool. Jeff got me a sub. Nick played Jambo song for all of us and we had a great time.

2008-07-23T17:10:00.000-07:00

Volunteer Program HS

2008-07-23T17:09:00.002-07:00

That's Joy Williams, she is a High School student from Open High School. She is interested in Chemistry and Biology. She is a smart cookie. This summer Joy has been taking some classes here at University of Richmond. During the afternoons she volunteer at the library. She loves to read. You can see today Joy has been sorting books and getting ready to put them on the pre-shelving shelf. She has been in the school band for seven years at Thomas Jefferson (TJ) High School. She plays a Trumpet which is her passion. Joy has enjoyed her time here at Boatwright Memorial Library

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Library in Uganda

2008-07-22T13:40:00.000-07:00

National Library of Uganda

Here is a link to the National Library in Uganda enjoy

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Joanita helps a patron while Andy checking the catalog for information about a book.

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Ben checks out a book for a customer at the front desk.

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Ben discharging books...

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Ben busy at his work station discharging books and getting them in order to be pre-shelved. It's been great working at the library this summer!

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Andy is filled printers. Usually we fill our printers every hour during the summer depending on the day we fill the printers three times a day

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Yap! that's Jason he is back from Russia. He has a lot of experiences to share with us. If you need some tutoring with Russia, Jason is the person to contact. He made a lot of friends in Russia. He has great stories to share. Oops! Almost forgot he now plays a banjo. He is very creative when it comes to music.

2008-07-20T14:55:00.000-07:00

Jonathan and Kim have been discharging and sorting books from the book drop. Kim sometimes he volunteers at Boatwright Memorial Library he loves books. Kim states that he had great experience with our library someday he hopes to get his Masters in library science MLIS. Go Kim!

2008-07-20T14:49:00.000-07:00

Jonathan is discharging incoming books. He has been an excellent worker this summer. This is one of those days when we get a lot of books returned from over the weekend. It can get overwhelming after are few hours we catch up.

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Nick is ready to take a second book truck he loves to shelf.

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Sunday Evening Nick is excited about his assignment. He is ready to go shelf some book. While shelving Nick always find an interesting book to read for the week.

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Laurie is working in Governemnt Document Stack making list. You can see how she is having fun it have been a great summer

Evenings moments

2008-07-18T18:40:00.000-07:00

Smart Jeff helping a patron. Hi guys visit the library more often we have all the rescourses you need.

Introduction

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Peace Nursey and Primary School started as basically a Nursery School. It developed gradually. The main goal for this school was to help educate children who were not able to attend city schools because of school tuition and other requirements. Mainly these children were orphans whose parents had died of AIDS. These children had no hope.

The School's Mission is to create God-fearing, hardworking, and disciplined children.

SCHOOL MOTTO: GOD GIVES WISDOM

We believe that the chance for the children to be educated is a God-given right that should not be neglected. It is therefore our duty to help children who are disadvantaged at every cost and to attain an effective and efficient learning system for individual community and National Development.

SCHOOL ANTHEM
Peace Nursery and Primary
Moulds us for future in everything,
We are blessed by God
Who gives Wisdom Eternally!

Our uniform is white and red
Symbol for our seriousness
Keep our standards and lives safe,
Long live our school
Proprietress, headmistress and teachers

Here the vision I had for these children
AS we all know children are gifts from God. No matter where you live or come from we're all looking for a better life and deserve that opportunity.
When someone hear that you started a school they will have about ten different questions.
How much money you had to stay the school.
How have you managed, run and maintenanced.
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Peace Infant and Primary School: Our Upper school is located on my parent's property Mabuto Road in Makindye. December last day of school students had just received the present for Christmas 2007. Everyone was excited and happy because she or he had a present

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Student were having their lunch break. Everyone bring their own lunch.

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In Uganda this class is called Baby Class 4years old to 5 years old

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Here the children were posing for a photos

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Jambo Hello

Jambo, Jambo Bwana, Hello, Hello Sir,
Habari gani, How are you,
Mzuri sana. Very fine.

Wageni, mwakaribishwa, Foreigners, you're welcome,
Kenya yetu Hakuna Matata. In our Kenya there is no problem.

Kenya nchi nzuri, Kenya is a beautiful country,
Hakuna Matata. There is no problem.

Nchi ya maajabu A wonderful country
Hakuna Matata. There is no problem.

Nchi yenye amani, A peaceful country,
Hakuna Matata. There is no problem.

Hakuna Matata, There is no problem,
Hakuna Matata. There is no problem.

Watu wote, Everybody,
Hakuna Matata, There is no problem,
Wakaribishwa, Are welcome,
Hakuna Matata. There is no problem.

Hakuna Matata, There is no problem,
Hakuna Matata. (mpaka mwisho) There is no problem. (till end)

NOTE : This song, composed by Kenyan musician Teddy Kalanda Harrison, was first recorded in February 1980. Ever since, it has spawned many imitations and adaptions throughout the world, including that of Boney M.

http://mwanasimba.online.fr/E_songs_jambo.htm

Traditional Uganda Dance

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