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Can You Hear Me Now?

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Can You Hear Me Now?

 

 

 

I previously mentioned taking some classes. Two of these are called Step And Steady.  The classes have a goal of improved mobility, better balance and physical endurance through exercise for those  who have experienced brain trauma or a stroke.  All was going well until this month's shutdown order.   

 

Through the wise thinking of administrators and others, the classes have continued meeting online through Zoom.  These along with a communications class in the same program help maintain participation in a classroom-type environment.    

 

Like anything new, the learning curve is part of this different method of instruction.   Sure, there are delays and missed connections but there is also a spirit of cooperation.  So while the sound occasionally blurs, the picture disappears or a pet enters the screen, it's nice to know there is no need to be "alone" even when you may be attending a class by yourself.  

 

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Posted by

Michael Jacobs

 

CalBRE # 01165532

P. O. Box 587

Pasadena, CA 91102

Call/Text:  818.516.4393

mtj916@gmail.com

 

 

Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

We have discovered FaceTime once again and it is always nice to touch base with those who feel shut in by a microscopic virus.

Remain safe my friend and happy Saturday Michael Jacobs 

Mar 28, 2020 07:45 AM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Michael, glad to hear Zoom is allowing you to continue your classes and improvement with mobility!   Zoom must be VERY busy right now.

Mar 28, 2020 07:52 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP - while I have heard of virtual doctor visits, I have yet to have one.  Interesting times indeed.  Lots of changes and modifications to come.

Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS - you too.  

Joan Cox - while not everyone in class is participating for one reason or another, this is yet another example of "work-in-progress".  

Mar 28, 2020 08:02 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

Hi Michael Jacobs - I had to attend my first ZOOM meeting on Wednesday.  I need to take a tutorial so I do better next Wednesday! 

Mar 28, 2020 09:44 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Michael- my nieces and I were on House Party just this morning!  It's amazing what the new tech can do to help us. 

Mar 28, 2020 09:54 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Sheri Sperry - MCNE® - I've now attended four Zoom sessions so far including one for the second time.  It does get a bit more "normal" with time.

Kathy Streib - I have yet to "meet" with House Party.  Each day brings a new adventure in connecting.  

Mar 28, 2020 10:00 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Michael,

My neighbors kid is attending his Kindergarten classes via Zoom as well as his Karate lessons...We are all in this together, and we can make life great...A

Mar 28, 2020 11:13 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Ron and Alexandra Seigel - we each have the power of controlling our own attitude.  That remains a constant.  

Mar 28, 2020 11:26 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

I think the use of zoom and other virtual tools is a GREAT thing - it's allowing us to stay social and healthy while physically distanced.

Mar 28, 2020 11:40 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Kat Palmiotti - I am sure there is much to discover when it comes to that virtual toolbox.  

Mar 28, 2020 01:16 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Michael we are having Zoom office meetings and with the Stay-cation it is hard to come up with an excuse why I could not make the meeting... looking for ideas?:)))Endre

Mar 28, 2020 11:20 PM
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Morning Michael.

For the time being, this will be the new way of doing what needs to, be done.  

Mar 29, 2020 01:02 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

The stay at home orders have forced us to accomplish things in a different way.  I think we are reassessing everyday activities once done without as much technology involved.  I'm wondering once this is all over, if we won't look back.

Mar 29, 2020 01:22 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Endre Barath, Jr. - it sounds as if you need to get those creative juices flowing - sounds like the solution may be a new "recipe".  

James Dray - looking for different ways is a good way to stay ahead of any malady that may include "routine".  

Myrl Jeffcoat - I wonder too but refrain from predicting.  

 

Mar 29, 2020 03:54 AM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

Zoom has become quite the useful tool of late. Everything from happy hours with family and friends, to business meetings, to exercise groups. It's wonderful. I'm happy you are forgiving of the occasional blips. Flexibility is always welcome. D

Mar 29, 2020 07:41 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD - do you remember the drawn curtain or the appearance of the dog alerting us as to trouble with all sorts of connectivity issues in those days when ActiveRain experienced more than an occasional blip in operation?  Yes, flexibility does have its advantages.  

Mar 29, 2020 07:46 AM
Michael Jacobs

I think it's important to remember, Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD 

Mar 29, 2020 09:15 AM
Debb Janes

I do remember those days, Michael. 

Mar 29, 2020 09:06 AM
Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty
Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL
Florida Space Coast Homes

Michael...this is just some pondering...but do you think when this is all said and done, some of the changes we made for the sake of the virus will become the new norm.

Mar 29, 2020 08:38 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty - yes, I do wonder but I also realize that the world changes, evolves, transforms as well as creeps towards and in different directions.  

Mar 29, 2020 09:18 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thankfully, the internet provides many new sources for increasing our knowledge.

Mar 29, 2020 09:44 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Roy Kelley - endless, perhaps.  Of course, it does get a bit overcrowded and rooting through the many stories can be extensive.  

Mar 30, 2020 08:34 PM