Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Just Me

So, just to start off a little background about myself should suffice. I am not a computer person and I definitely would not classify myself as someone who is up to date on all of the random happenings in the digital world. I grew up in a home with no Internet, no video games, limited cable, and lots of time spent outside in the yard. I only really started using a computer on a consistent basis when I moved out of my home and went to college. Don't think that I did not enjoy myself growing up though; my brothers and I did wonders with a little video camera, bicycles, and some wood for jumps. My dad was also really good at getting us up into the Sierra Nevada Mountains. I grew up camping, fly fishing, and hiking and I love those things still today.

I very much enjoy the beach. I grew up in North San Diego county and spent lots of time in the surf. Body surfing is my favorite activity at the beach but I will pull out my ocean kayak every so often and surf the waves in that. It doesn't really matter what is going on at the beach, it is always fun.


I am really excited for the Digital Civilization class. If anyone needs to improve their skills in the digital world it is me. The entire concept of the class is really interesting and I am stoked to be able to focus on applying what I learn instead of just regurgitating facts on a bubble sheet. 


So here goes getting into it.

3 comments:

Gideon Burton said...

Dalton--
Nice blog design and a good introductory post. Stay critical of tech and the digital world. Those non-technical parts of growing up are really important and I'm glad you are mentioning them. Of course we want a balance, but it's probably easier to come to tech later than to have too much of it too soon. Welcome to the class!

Unknown said...

Believe it or not, I highly applaud a childhood without video games and the Internet. Sounds like you had a great time. Where is this picture from?

Dalton said...

The picture is from the Upper Golden Trout Wilderness in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. It is close to Bishop, CA on Route 395. Great place especially because the only way to get there is on horseback or hiking.

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