Building Digital Connections Staff Conference by https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp Wellbeing wall, made with good vibes en-us 2021-01-19 15:56:45 UTC 2025-11-08 11:34:07 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f970.png During lockdown I completed some charity walks and challenges, and it really helped me stay more active. sercwall https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1102731052 2021-01-19 18:27:56 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1102731052 During lockdown I learnt to enjoy being at home more https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1102743139 2021-01-19 18:30:13 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1102743139 I learnt to make proper coffee https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1102843898 2021-01-19 18:49:41 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1102843898 I found a 15 min zoom disco and dance with my kids while dinner is on. We really look forward to it, get to be a silly and dance it out :-) https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1105667899 2021-01-20 13:42:36 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1105667899 I learnt how to use Padlet lol (use the plus sign or double click on the wall to add a comment). Also, a sit/stand desk and rebounder work wonders for keeping you active :) https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1105745329 2021-01-20 14:00:15 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1105745329 https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1106386958 2021-01-20 16:04:22 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1106386958 During lockdown I walked for miles and found a new love for audio books! digitallearning25 https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1109225476 2021-01-21 09:28:31 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1109225476 New Budget Living Room https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1109282430 During lock down, I managed to decorate my living room with a big tin of white paint and lots of cheap accessories from Home Bargains. 

]]> 2021-01-21 09:45:56 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1109282430 https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1109344907 After just returning to work after maternity leave, COVID hit which meant I got to spend even more time with my baby :-)]]> 2021-01-21 10:04:23 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1109344907 I have learned the value of hugs https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1113888364 2021-01-22 13:16:56 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1113888364 Lockdown sourdough!! https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1114032194 I started a sourdough starter last summer and it is still alive! It's been lovely to bake fancy bread, whilst having very little knowledge on baking 🥐🥨

]]> 2021-01-22 13:54:58 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1114032194 https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1114342878 Nothing has been enjoyable as we are in lockdown and the sooner out of it the better! ]]> 2021-01-22 15:02:21 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1114342878 Walking with Fitbit, audible books, and Hug in a Mug coffee brand!! https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1121051185 2021-01-25 09:40:06 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1121051185 Walking helped me. Turning tech off at the weekend and reading more. Also not listening to the news! https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1121147777 2021-01-25 10:08:12 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1121147777 No commuting left more time to exercise in the morning or evening. A better work/life balance. No preparing work clothes and lunch the night before is an added bonus! https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1121739508 2021-01-25 13:21:14 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1121739508 A new found hobby-Outdoor Swimming! https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1121754224 2021-01-25 13:24:56 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1121754224 Pimp my Doll's Crib https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1121939758 I have been refurbing an old doll's house into a miniature scandi dreamhouse. It's amazing how painting and making little bits of furniture unleashes a flow of creativity. I have also discovered TikTok, as you can see :-) ]]> 2021-01-25 14:04:48 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1121939758 Wish Jar https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1121970740 My children and I have been filling a big Kilner jar with post-it notes for our post-lockdown bucket list, including trips to the cinema, a camping trip, a visit to Santa and a big party with friends. ]]> 2021-01-25 14:10:41 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1121970740 I have learned that I am one of life's 'huggers'. I miss hugs!! https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1121982162 2021-01-25 14:12:46 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1121982162 We stayed in touch with friends https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1124040475 2021-01-25 20:18:09 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1124040475 Walking in the country and lots of coffee have got me through:) https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125698050 2021-01-26 09:04:23 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125698050 No commute gave me more time to get the household chores out of the way. Then I had more time to bake and watch loads of history programmes. They make you realise there have been other tough times, but humans are resilient and life goes on... https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125762406 2021-01-26 09:22:52 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125762406 I am having more quality time with my family. https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125833782 2021-01-26 09:42:26 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125833782 Re-discovered my love of reading books and started listening to podcasts on my daily walk! https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125840977 2021-01-26 09:44:28 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125840977 Still having a job when so many others have not been so fortunate. https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125851891 2021-01-26 09:47:35 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125851891 Lots of sewing (dressmaking), family time, cooking and more walking :) https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125853802 2021-01-26 09:48:02 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125853802 Being able to work from home and home school our son whilst my husband is out working with the NHS. By not going out as often, we've been able to keep him and his patients safe too. https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125853921 2021-01-26 09:48:04 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125853921 Baking kimreid3 https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125860383 during lockdown, I have been learning to bake and finally, after years of them being very flat, have mastered a good, chunky, rustic scone :-)

]]> 2021-01-26 09:49:52 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125860383 Realising that everything I really need, I already have - how lucky is that! It's reminded me of what really matters. https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125861013 2021-01-26 09:50:03 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125861013 https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125862634 I started to write a book. ]]> 2021-01-26 09:50:30 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125862634 Plenty of Netflix, walking and the lovely weather we had for a good part of lockdown helped a lot!! https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125866452 2021-01-26 09:51:34 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125866452 Weekly baking/cooking group with colleagues. Started diamond paintings too. https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125866671 2021-01-26 09:51:38 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125866671 Walks on the beach with my family and dog have got me through https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125868974 2021-01-26 09:52:16 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125868974 During the lockdown connected with my family on deeper level. https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125874946 2021-01-26 09:53:55 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125874946 GOT! https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125876413 Finally got the time to watch Game of Thrones, Waste of time once I watched season 8. 

]]> 2021-01-26 09:54:21 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125876413 Listened to a lot of great music, drank a lot of great wine and beer, researched my ancestry, enjoyed the comradeship of my colleagues and realised how blessed I am to have those I love. Especially the dog. :-) https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125878364 2021-01-26 09:54:55 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125878364 https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125879092 Long walks with family, catching up with family and friends over Zoom still enjoyable....not rushing around all the time ):

]]> 2021-01-26 09:55:08 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125879092 put a morning routine in place to start every day well - yoga followed by a walk - so much nicer than the morning commute! https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125886895 2021-01-26 09:57:19 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125886895 having time to do some more baking than I normally have https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125887858 2021-01-26 09:57:35 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125887858 Baking for elderly friends and delivering it. Long walks in our beautiful countryside and be thankful for where we live. Made a cable reel table (now my colleagues know why I was looking for one) and Zumba sessions for my work colleagues early morning which became a wonderful support network for us all https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125917904 2021-01-26 10:05:57 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125917904 I have torn up my living room carpets and put down some nice wood floors myself - wouldnt have had the time if not confined to a house rlittler4 https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125926395 2021-01-26 10:08:17 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125926395 I would like to thank supportive managers who helped me get through some difficult times relating to lockdown - Elaine Snoddy, Adele Uprichard, David Greer rlittler4 https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125930350 2021-01-26 10:09:28 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1125930350 https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1126055919 A couple of recent snowy and crispy frosty bright days have lifted the mood, and making a Snowman felt so theraputic]]> 2021-01-26 10:47:17 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1126055919 We baked a lot more at home and everyone got involved. https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1126088835 2021-01-26 10:57:46 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1126088835 I feel great that the company I work for makes time to remind me to make time for my happiness. I always enjoy the all staff development conferences. I was worried that the friendliness and cohesiveness of interacting with each other as an entire college wide team would be lost digitally, but I have reconnected with former colleagues in different campuses and job roles. I can revisit learning, enjoy visiting Scottish counterparts and learn new things. https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1126122029


]]> 2021-01-26 11:08:54 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1126122029 I really enjoyed getting to spend more time with my parents (my bubble) and learning new skills. I learned how to sew and made lots of face masks. :-) https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1126141786 2021-01-26 11:15:44 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1126141786 Being so thankful for new technology to keep in touch with friends and family, especially those abroad https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1126147001 2021-01-26 11:17:37 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1126147001 https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1126157765 More time for healthy eatting, nice long walks and quality time with my now husband.]]> 2021-01-26 11:21:24 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1126157765 nohagan https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1126183145 Walks to the lighthouse in Whitehead and McKees bakery!! What else is there exercise & cake lol !! oh and not to forget the mentoring team for always being on hand to answer a question or 3 and for their endless encouragement!!]]> 2021-01-26 11:30:00 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1126183145 I purchased a bike and for those that know me yes you did read that right and took to going for long cycle rides with a friend - not the weather or enough daylight hours for it now but will get back into it soon - was very relaxing and also good exercise - clears the mind jchaib https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1126189956 2021-01-26 11:32:20 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1126189956 Learned to lay paving slabs and paved our back garden. Now I'm NVQ Level 3 in making cement! https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1126846154 2021-01-26 14:24:40 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1126846154 Learned a new phrase which I use in work all the time as do many others I am sure lol - "you are on mute ...." who knew this would become the phrase of the year!! jchaib https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1130711123 2021-01-27 09:41:08 UTC https://padlet.com/digitallearning25/r6bptl55jhvidnqp/wish/1130711123