The Ninth Wonder?

Written by Writer Dad on September 12, 2008 - View Comments
Categories: Writing

“Some stories are true that never happened.”

~Elie Weisel

I love my Macbook.  A lot.  It’s safe to say there’d be no Writer Dad without it.  

It’s possible I might’ve stumbled into writing anyway, but it wouldn’t have been in the ninja in the dead of night way it did.

I feel like I can do anything with my notebook.  I don’t mean curing hunger or bending time, but I can write books, make music, or cut movies.  

Maybe one day paint pictures.

Everyone can be an artisan.  

A limitless toolbox, often weighing less than five pounds, is available to most.

I love to learn.  

The more I learn, the more I understand how little I know.  

I’ve wanted to make a video.  I have the tools, just never used them.  But there are plenty of tutorials and the software is easy to use, so I don’t really have an excuse not to.

Today’s release is an old ditty, in different clothing.  I’m not sure who among us has been here since we last saw it, but it’s different enough to make it worthy.

I hope you enjoy. I’d love to hear what you think, good or bad.  

If you enjoy it, please consider Stumbling, or following the link and leaving a comment on Youtube or Viddler.  

Thanks,

Writer Dad

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This video would not have been possible without the help of Ian from Indigo Spot, who not only helped me figure out why I was a gimp in the first place, but how I can avoid being a gimp in the future.  Thanks, Ian, and everyone who piled in the tow truck.  You guys were amazing.

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  • I enjoyed both versions of this story, Writer Dad. The video is so cool with the photos you incorporated.

    Funny coincidence, after our son was born my husband made a short video I dubbed The Story of R's Birth (it was not graphic, thankfully!) and he used Bolero as background music in it as well. Hmmmmm.

    Glad you persevered through the hard tech stuff to reach your goal! Well done!
  • I love it! And, Bolero's always been a favorite :)

    Dereck Coatneys last blog post..Anticipation
  • I really enjoyed the video! Thanks for the inspiring message.

    Beths last blog post..MonHaibun: Observer
  • Writer Dad
    Barbara: We can never OD from knowledge, right?
  • Hi Writer Dad,

    I love how you put that, "The more I learn, the more I understand how little I know." That holds true for me, too, and makes me want to learn even more. It's a wonderful never ending cycle.

    Barbara Swaffords last blog post..How To Get Your Blog Blacklisted
  • Writer Dad
    Sunil: What is that? Is that when I just film myself saying what I want to say instead of writing it? That could be interesting.

    Lance: Thanks. It was fun to twist the story into something different. I have a feeling I'm not quite finished with it.

    Emily: Chocolate and coffee are yummy and yummier. I should have included more chocolate in my weekend. Bad, Writer Dad. Thanks for the compliment. Much appreciated.

    Ellen: Thanks Ellen, dudette. Synchronicity is sweet.
  • Writer Dad,

    I'll have to come back and watch the video but I just wanted to pop in and say a moment of sychronicity when I saw Elie Weisel because I was just thinking of reading that book by him *goes to the bookshelf gets book* called, "Night." Yes. It won the Nobel Peace Prize.

    Take care Writer Dad dude.

    Ellen Wilsons last blog post..Clean the Toilet and Become a Writer
  • Ahhhh! Yay! It's up! WTG Writer Dad! I love it! *clap*

    I just ate chocoate and have been drinking coffee all morning. Do I sound a bit hyped up and overdramatic? Maybe.

    Still, I love it. :)

    Emilys last blog post..A Simple Little To-Do List
  • Awesome job on the video! I loved both versions (the written and the video). The video, here, is really nice because it is more visual - with pictures and music. A very nice touch to the story. I find music to be very motivating, and really liked the choice you had to go with the story here. Great job on sharing this story through a different medium.

    Lances last blog post..I’m Famous!
  • Hello WD

    Waiting eagerly for your 1st video post :)

    Sunil Pathaks last blog post..Bloggers confusion: How Long A Blog Post Should Be
  • Writer Dad
    BC Doan: We know nothing, but if we work a lifetime at learning, we might finally gain something.

    Dave Fowler: Thanks, man. You are always so kind.

    Goodfather: I love puns. Don't ever delete them.

    Evelyn: Thanks for the offer Evelyn. It's very kind. I too, think the story was improved with the "score." Regal, but your movie was dreamy.

    Matthew: Cool beans.

    Malathionman: Maybe someday; Writer Dad X

    Bamboo: I pet her frequently.

    Amy: That's all I need. Thanks.
  • Oh I love it!

    (That is all.)

    :-)

    Amy Derbys last blog post..Fiction Friday: Sex with Ghosts, and other stories
  • I think it's great you're so fond of your Macbook. It's really nice to see others truly appreciate what they have.

    Bamboo Forests last blog post..How to Get Your Act Together and Accomplish Your Goals
  • Are you sure you never saw "10?" It sure sounded like "10." I was sure Bo Derek was going to appear and your blog was going rated "R." :)

    malathionmans last blog post..Tough Crowd
  • @Writer Dad: Nope. I read later that you couldn't get it working and went to sleep. No big deal for me, I still needed to be at work.

    Matthew Drydens last blog post..An Effort
  • As you know, I've just uploaded mine. I know many have offered their help too. But if you need mine specifically, let me know. I used a Mac for mine and the software imovie maker. If you need help, write to me, ok?

    BTW, I can barely keep up with your posts! I've not seen the previous video that you've published. Awesome! The music made the story sound pretty dramatic. I'm glad that you put it here for people like me.

    Evelyn Lims last blog post..Hire A Dream Team For Creative Visualization
  • Nice video! All your efforts paid off :). Oops, sorry, that pun was really unintentional. Although I just noticed I'm not deleting it :p.

    Great job!
  • YAY! THE VIDEO IS LIVE!

    Writer Dad, the video is amazing. AMAZING.

    What a great way to spread the message even further.

    You are on the verge of starting an empire here!!

    Dave Fowlers last blog post..Pipe Dreams
  • My favorite part of this post is: "The more I learn, the more I understand how little I know. " This is exactly how I feel!

    BC Doans last blog post..Movie to Watch: "P.S. I Love You"
  • Writer Dad,

    My pleasure! And well deserved, I say.

    Brett Legrees last blog post..viking fridays - never lift your eyes.
  • Writer Dad
    Brett: Yay! Finally!! Thanks for the shout out on YouTube. I just got it.

    Beth: It's here, finally. Take a gander, and tell me whatcha think.

    Luis: Thanks. I'd love to do more. I just need time, and to not be such a gimp when it comes to my upload.
  • Awesome video - you've put a lot of work into that, and it clearly shows.

    Thanks for sharing that with all of us.

    -Brett

    Brett Legrees last blog post..viking fridays - never lift your eyes.
  • Nice job with the Video Writer Dad!

    On my way to give it a stumble!

    Hey, you should do some more of those. They're a great way to get someone's attention, as well as drive more traffic over to your site!

    Luis Grosss last blog post..Should Posts Be Short and To The Point or Long and Detailed?
  • My husband swears by his MacBook, even edits movies on it using Final Cut. I'm looking forward to seeing what you come up with.

    Beths last blog post..Like Feet Walking for Chocolate
  • Writer Dad,

    Woo hoo! Looking forward to seeing the video!

    -Brett

    Brett Legrees last blog post..things i learned from sharkboy and lavagirl.
  • Writer Dad
    Kip: I'm almost there. Within the hour; I'm almost sure.

    Brett: Macbook + Me = Happy. I think I've got it.

    Under an hour.

    Thank you everyone for both your patience and support.
  • I'm with Miz, Youtube baby!
  • I'll give it the "old college try" when I get home (the video) - so far stumped here at work, but we're hamstrung by IT...

    And yes, you can do anything with that machine - sky's the limit!

    -Brett

    Brett Legrees last blog post..things i learned from sharkboy and lavagirl.
  • Your efforts to post video apparently match my effort to post music, but on the 2nd late night, I succeeded (sort of). Keep trying.

    Kip de Molls last blog post..Music Alights
  • Sal
    @Motivate Thyself: Thanks, that is what I have heard.

    Sals last blog post..A Man's Gotta Do....
  • Writer Dad
    Before I respond individually, let me just thank the entire community for being so awesome. We'll get this figured out, but if everything is for a reason, then this wouldn't work just so I could see how supportive you all are. Thanks to everyone who sent an email or dropped a comment. Really cool, guys.

    Matthew: I hope you didn't wait up too long.

    Rebecca: I'm working on it.

    Dot: Yes.

    Stacey: I'm thrilled to have given your boys a chorus.

    Mizfit: There's a present on its way.

    Hayden: Laptop + Time to Myself = HAPPY

    Sal: I could've done it hours ago. I'm trying to make it suspenseful.

    Blogging Millionaire: Thanks for the faith.

    Sal: Sorry they didn't update them on Tuesday. I kinda thought they would. They did update the ipod touches and make them all extra sweet though.

    Dave: Sigh.

    Rita: I know nothing, but at least it's more than some.

    Motivate thyself: You offered, that's more than enough. Present's in your inbox.

    Wendi Kelly: My plugin is fine, although the file is way too big to put it directly on the site. It's uploading it to youtube that's giving me the most trouble.

    Ian: Thanks. I did.
  • Ian
    WD,

    I can help you out if you still need it. Drop me a line at my e-mail.


    Ian
  • Sadly, when Harry switched me over to the new site, it didn't have the plug in to do video on it. ( still needs to be done) do you know if you have that plug in? I can't help more then that, or I would have figured out how to do it on my own by now, but its one place to look. And I couldn't figure it out because it LOOKS like everything is there until Harry said I needed to download the plug in.. ( which of course I haven't)
    good luck, from such a NON techie I have no right to even post this- take it with a grain ( or a shaker) of salt.
  • @Sal: I use a Macbook as well. From maintaining my blog to everything else you can think of (I am a technology consultant so this a lot of stuff) and I absolutely love it. I agree with Writer Dad when he says, "A limitless toolbox...". It's my Swiss Army Knife of the 21st century. Enjoy!

    Oh, and I will be back when the video is up. Can't wait to see it. I would offer my assistance but it looks like I'd have to take a number. :-)

    "Motivate Thyself"s last blog post..10 Reasons Why Community Is Essential To Our Success And Well Being
  • Writer Dad,
    Please don't cry! We will all be anxiously awaiting your video. Unfortunately, I can't help with the details, but I do have a 17 year old and a 20 year old who know this "stuff" like they were old saws. If you do not get the help you need - and I will be following your comments, I will call my daughter up at college this weekend and have her write to you under an "assumed" name. (A nom de video?)
    "The more I learn the more I understand how little I know." That, friend is the best line of an intelligent person. Even the "experts" don't know everything, and the best teachers - as I'm certain Daisy can tell you - are the ones with a thirst for knowledge, and an expansion of their own world of "exxpertise." Saying "I don't know, but I will find out" is a wonderful way for your class to see you as human!

    Good luck, friend!

    Rita
  • There's no rush. I'll still be here when you work it out.
  • Sal
    BTW, I am still looking into the Mackbook myself and should hopefully have one very soon...I can't wait, I am giddy like a catholic school girl on spring break, without the catholic part, or the school girl or spring break part for that matter.

    Sals last blog post..A Man's Gotta Do....
  • I cannot wait to see the video either. I'm sure once you figure it out it will be amazing.

    Blogging Millionaires last blog post..6 Ways to Make Your Advertising Page Explode
  • Sal
    I can't wait to see the video...the lack of tech-savvyness has really created a great atmosphere of suspense!

    Sals last blog post..A Man's Gotta Do....
  • Yes, my laptop + internet helped me figure out my company logo last night! Lovelovelove!
  • figure out the youtube stuff?

    Im not great at ALL but maybe able to help?

    MizFits last blog post..Friday Poetry Link Love. Short, sweet & a smidge offbeat.
  • I upload to YouTube on a regular basis. Let me know via email how I can help. It's the least I can do for someone who is responsible for my two boys runnng around the house chanting "NUMBER ONE AND NUMBER TWO".

    Stacey / CreateaBalances last blog post..9/11 Morning Pages
  • Dot
    Not to worry. We'll still be here. Isn't technology a bitch sometimes?
  • Good luck getting the video to work, Writer Dad. We're all intrigued and looking forward to viewing it!

    Rebecca Smiths last blog post..Don’t “lay” down on the job
  • Fantastic! I will definitely be checking this out before I head into dreamland. I'm a bit of video blogger myself, so this should prove to be very exciting!

    Matthew Drydens last blog post..I Can Tell, Tree
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