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Zoom Homework…I Had to Open My Big Mouth

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Zoom Homework…I Had to Open My Big Mouth

 

I’m just kidding! I mentioned using Grok to create a video, and now we’re all “Grok-ing” for our Zoom homework. (kidding Debe Maxwell, CRS )

 

 Sometimes our most informative Zoom Calls come from ones that are Open Table discussions. Our speaker was delayed on the tarmac, so we opened it up to discussions about AI.

 

Assignment:

Upload a picture to Grok and create a video using it. 

 

What I did:

Instead of uploading a photo, I asked Grok to create an image of a cuddly bear with a smile on its face. He is seated and has his arms outstretched. I asked it to have the bear say, “Here’s a hug.”

 

I chose a bear giving a hug because it seems we can all use a big hug these days. and a big bear hug is just what I pictured.

 

Here are the 4 images it offered: 

Next, I asked it to create a video, which it did. I turned it into a GIF, making it easier to upload. 




I also uploaded the video I took to YouTube so I could hear the sound. 

 

                              

 

I’m still finding my way around the AI sites. One thing I’ve discovered is it’s fun!!! 

 

All of us on the calls have learned from each other, even if only through the questions someone asks. 

 

If you’re interested in keeping your dendrites firing or seeing other ActiveRain members, I hope you’ll join us at our Zoom Calls every Tuesday at 1 PM CST. 

 

 

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Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

Perfect, Grok would not create a video for me, will have to try again.

Nov 05, 2025 07:22 AM
Kathy Streib

Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543 contact me and if I can help, I will. I'm going to take a look at the site you mentioned.

Nov 05, 2025 05:07 PM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

Amazing Kathy, you did great. Now I definitely want to try using this AI tool...but a little scary what can be done these days!

Nov 05, 2025 07:40 AM
Kathy Streib

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400 Thank you and I couldn't agree more. It's eerie and yet, fun to see what you can create.

Nov 05, 2025 05:08 PM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Kathy Streib as you know, I was in the moment learning with you on the phone. I was "testing" to see what it would create. I love your creativity ... and thank you for the hug. Here is one for you 🤗

Nov 05, 2025 08:57 AM
Kathy Streib

Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist   it's fun using the same prompt to see what our AI apps give us. We should try it again.

Nov 05, 2025 05:09 PM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

This was such a heartwarming share, Kathy Streib 😊. Loved the bear hug idea—simple, sweet, and surprisingly powerful. Thanks for turning a tech assignment into something that made me smile and think!

Nov 05, 2025 12:34 PM
Kathy Streib

Thank you Lew Corcoran That was very kind of you. However, YOU are the AI King as far as I'm concerned. You mastered it from day 1!!! Your creations are truly like a work of art. 

Nov 05, 2025 05:11 PM
Lew Corcoran

That means the world, Kathy Streib. Thank you. I’m genuinely touched by your words. I’ve just been doing my best to learn, grow, and create with heart, and hearing that it resonates with you is the greatest reward. If anything I’ve made feels like art, it’s because of the inspiration and kindness of people like you. Grateful beyond words.

Nov 06, 2025 05:09 AM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Kathy, that is very cool, and MOST people would love to see that!    I missed a good Zoom class.

Nov 05, 2025 12:57 PM
Kathy Streib

Joan Cox it was fun. You can still experiment with it and if you have a question, just ask!!!

Nov 05, 2025 05:12 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Kathy looks like I really missed out this week by not being able to attend yesterday AR ZOOM Meeting.

Nov 05, 2025 04:07 PM
Kathy Streib

George Souto you had a much more important job to do on Tuesday!!!

Nov 05, 2025 05:12 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
Southern Utah's Preferred Real Estate Agent.

I could almost feel the fur on the cute, little teddy bear and the (((HUG)))! Well done, Kathy!

Nov 05, 2025 07:06 PM
Kathy Streib

Thank you Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can! it's fun learning the new apps. 

Nov 07, 2025 06:37 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
Retired Broker/Owner - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

This is really cool Kathy!  I look forward to having the time to play with this a bit and create something fun.  So much to discover about AI and I am enjoying the journey.

Nov 06, 2025 09:18 AM
Kathy Streib

Anna "Banana" Kruchten I love the time it saves me when I'm looking for clip art or a picture for my posts!!!

Nov 07, 2025 06:38 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Kathy:

I wasn't familiar with Grok so was glad to learn about it and what it can do. Such a cute video.

Jeff

Nov 06, 2025 03:36 PM
Kathy Streib

Thank you Jeff Dowler, CRS I just started playing with Grok a few weeks ago. I think you'll like it.

Nov 07, 2025 06:39 PM
Dr. Paula McDonald
Beam & Branch Realty - Granbury, TX
Granbury, TX 936-203-0279

I have only used Grok a few times. Still learning. You did a great job.

Nov 06, 2025 04:22 PM
Kathy Streib

Dr. Paula McDonald Thank you. Have you uploaded a picture and turned it into a video?

Nov 07, 2025 06:39 PM
Liz and Bill Spear
Transaction Alliance 513.520.5305 www.WarrenCountyOhioRealEstate.com - Mason, OH
Transaction Alliance Cincinnati & Dayton suburbs

Amazing how this community can always find a tool and share the word to the group!  Over the years I can't count the number of apps, programs and websites that have been shared here that I have used.  Some just for a while, some to this day.

Nov 06, 2025 06:42 PM
Kathy Streib

I agree Liz and Bill Spear That's the beauty of the site. Do you remember Headline Analyzer?  

Nov 07, 2025 06:42 PM
Liz and Bill Spear

Sounds familiar, but not something I used much.

Nov 08, 2025 05:46 PM
Ginger Harper
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage~ Ginger Harper Real Estate Team - Southport, NC
Your Southport~Oak Island Agent~Brunswick County!

oh......I have made that mistake before and learned to regret it..LOL

 

Nov 07, 2025 09:43 AM
Kathy Streib

Ginger Harper and yet, I keep doing it.

Nov 07, 2025 06:42 PM
Sharon Tara
Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH
Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Nice job on the teddy bear, the voice is cute too!

Nov 07, 2025 01:56 PM
Kathy Streib

Sharon Tara Have you tried AI for creating images. You'd have so much fun.

Nov 07, 2025 06:43 PM
Sharon Tara

Kathy Streib  Yes, I've used Bing to create background images and a few times when I needed bodies for my grands' bodies. LOL

Nov 10, 2025 01:41 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Kathy Streib Beyond adorable, cute, creative and so much fun!

 

Nov 07, 2025 04:13 PM
Kathy Streib

Thank you Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400 I wonder what the next few months will bring us with image generators.

Nov 07, 2025 06:44 PM
Elyse Berman, PA
LoKation Real Estate - Boca Raton, FL
Boca Raton FL (561) 716-7824

That's good, Kathy!  Very impressive!!  I'm sorry I've missed so many weeks.  I've taken some classes here on AI.  Jonathan, who I work with, teaches them for the board.  I've been on overload.  

Nov 07, 2025 04:47 PM
Kathy Streib

Elyse Berman, PA I'll bet you have!!!  Hope you'll give it a try.

Nov 07, 2025 06:44 PM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

And, here's a BIG hug for you too, Kathy! Hey, I'm glad you mentioned GROK - this is the most fun assignment we've had yet!! I read Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist's post and had to stop reading the rest of the posts until I tried it and posted my own! LOL

Nov 07, 2025 09:31 PM
Steffy Hristova
HomeSmart Elite Group Tempe AZ Tel: 602.710.8161 - Tempe, AZ
Tempe AZ Realtor - Your Home Close to Your Work!

Warm and fuzzy, Kathy Streib ! I loved how you shared what you did to arrive at that video. I will try to set up an account with Grok, and learn to use it. 

Nov 08, 2025 07:19 AM
Eileen Burns 954.483.3912
Douglas Elliman Las Olas - Fort Lauderdale, FL
FLorida Real Estate Connector

outstanding gf

Nov 08, 2025 09:27 AM
Paddy Deighan MBA JD PhD
http://www.medicalandspaconsulting.com - Vail, CO
Paddy Deighan J.D. Ph.D

can I still submit homework for the prior Zoom assignment??

Nov 08, 2025 11:58 PM
Debra Leisek
Bay Realty,Inc Homer Alaska - Homer, AK

This is so cute and so much fun!! We can all uses a hug these days Kathy Streib 

I love Grok for information but haven't tried the video or photos yet. 

Nov 09, 2025 12:05 AM