Thursday Theater – Press Play!
Welcome to the first installment of Thursday Theater, my new video feature. I started this because I want to practice using my video camera and editing the videos that I take. I’m far from a pro, but I thought we could use this opportunity to try new things and encourage each other to build our skills. Please, play along! Mr. Linky is below for your linking enjoyment.
Each week, I will try to introduce a loose “theme,” which is totally optional. This week: play! Show us something related to playing, whether yourself, your kids, your dog, or whatever. Interpret as you will.
I’d also like to ask a question each week and get everyone’s feedback in the comments section. This week’s question:
Where do you host your video files for posting on your blog? Do you upload directly to your blog service (Blogger, Wordpress, etc.)? Do you use a file hosting service like YouTube or Vimeo? What do you like or dislike about the way you currently do things?
My answer: I have used YouTube, mostly because it’s the first thing you think of. But today I’m giving Vimeo a try. So far, video quality is nicer than YouTube, and it feels like there’s less of a mob mentality over there. Heck, I even started a group for this here feature, so if you’re on Vimeo, please feel free to join.
And, finally, my video for today! In the name of “playing,” this is my kids’ new favorite pastime: play-doh. They very much like to roll it, and squish it (and narrate doing so). And just for fun, the end of the video includes a little wiggle-dance from Daniel. Enjoy!
Squish and Roll from Goddess in Progress on Vimeo.
March 5th, 2009 at 6:40 am
Playdough is so much fun! I made my own but just like Rebecca, both of mine are constantly licking it and putting it in their mouths! Any suggestions for getting them to stop?
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March 5th, 2009 at 9:48 am
HAH! I love the “Squish!”
I’ve never heard of Vimeo…I’ll have to check that out. Been using YouTube just cuz it’s easy. The quality is definitely not as great as when it’s just playing directly on my computer though.
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March 5th, 2009 at 9:50 am
So cute! I haven’t been brave enough to try Play-doh yet.
March 5th, 2009 at 10:36 am
I jsut checked out Vimeo….I LOVE IT!!!! Thanks so much for the great tip!
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March 5th, 2009 at 1:00 pm
I have been using Youtube, but your video looks so much clearer than mine. I might have to give Vimeo a try. Your video is adorable. I haven’t been brave enough to let them get their hands on play-doh yet. I was considering it the other day, but am not sure I am ready.
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March 5th, 2009 at 5:54 pm
Aww. They’re so precious! Squish!
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March 5th, 2009 at 8:05 pm
I love my babies but could I fast-forward to that age?? SO FUN!! (it is, right???)
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March 5th, 2009 at 8:58 pm
I love that Rebecca makes the same grossed out face each time she puts the playdoh in her mouth.
March 5th, 2009 at 10:59 pm
I tried so hard to upload videos today to play along, but I have never done that before, and with all things computer related, need some help.
I will try again for next week!
March 5th, 2009 at 11:25 pm
Geez Louise – the photos do not capture just how grown up they are – wow, that happened quickly! Very adorable… hrm, Auntie Marci’s going to have to come admire them in person very soon!
March 5th, 2009 at 11:38 pm
i love it! are you sure your children are 18 months? i have yet to see my boys sit and play with playdoh appropriately, i am in a bit of awe.
i linked directly to flickr as that is where i upload my videos to. i am already there for photos, so i find it very convenient. i tried vimeo but my laptop did not like her.
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March 6th, 2009 at 11:43 am
LOVE IT! d and r are simply adorable. i love his wiggle dance so much.
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March 11th, 2009 at 9:12 pm
OH. MY. GOODNESS. They are so cute!!! I was having problems with my computer and couldn’t view this until today. My husband and I just watched it 3 times in a row and still laughed the third time in!
They are soo adorable. I love being able to hear them talk and see them in action! I can’t wait for our twins to get to the talking more stage!