NEVER, EVER JUDGE A BOOK BY IT'S COVER! OR NEVER TOO OLD TO DREAM!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxPZh4AnWyk

Check out this video clip of Susan Boyle. It captures the spirit of our learning. The longer version's embedding mechanism was disabled so paste the URL above in your browser. Enjoy the full song! What an extraordinary gift!
This is an inspiring story that really illustrate the journey I have been taking in learning these Web 2.0 tools. This 47 year old charity worker, Susan Boyle, who by all outward appearances has experienced little in life and seemingly has a great deal to offer the world. The reaction of the judges and the audience shows just how shallow the world can be. They judged that she had nothing to offer until... she opened her mouth to sing. God does have a sense of humor, doesn't He! Take a look and a listen to this video...

It also illustrates the power of technology to get the message out. It has been verified that this video had millions and millions of hits on the internet. In so doing, Susan Boyle is now known around the world. Even if she doesn't go any farther in the Britain's Got Talent Competition...her life has been changed forever. Someone will snatch up that talented lady. There is a verse in the Bible that states, "A man's gift makes room for him and brings him before great men." [Proverbs 18:16]. This will probably play out in this woman's life. It will be fun to follow her progress and watch her dream unfold!

Is there any doubt that technology can be utilized as a tool to bring all people of the world together for the purpose of peace! What a powerful tool. I am so glad that I am participating in this project. I want to be able to use these tools to not only learn but also to connect. How very exciting!