Hi everyone! My name is MacKenzie. I am currently a student at Oklahoma State University studying Human Development and Family Science (HDFS). This semester, I am taking an entrepreneurship class with @trostparadox, through which I will be using this platform often. I have never used Hive before but I am excited to get started. To begin this new journey, I thought I would share a few things that make me who I am. To start, I would like to say that I am pursuing an HDFS degree because the concept of development fascinates me. The idea that every experience in one's life has the ability to shape their future is one that continues to amaze me. To think that everything can be so connected, even if it is not apparent in the moment, illustrates that every human being is one giant puzzle waiting to be figured out. With my concentration in Early Childhood Education (ECE), I am able to assess the puzzle pieces that students start with and help them make those connections towards the bigger picture. After graduation, I plan to become a prekindergarten teacher in low income areas with limited access to high-quality ECE programs. By filling these gaps, students are able to discover their full potential and grow to become positive members of their future societies. I like to think that by following this career I am able to make small differences in the world around me that will eventually lead to a better life for all of us. Specifically, my long-term goal is to open a non-profit in a low-income area that will act as a sanctuary for students to come and receive tutoring services, as well as hands-on experiences with various animals to learn different life skills, such as responsibility. By taking this entrepreneurship class, I hope to gain the ability to recognize consumer interests and needs to tailor my non-profit to individual communities.
Outside of school, I like to spend quality time with my friends and my dog Bruce (pictured below). Bruce is my 150 lb Leonberger that thinks he is small enough to be a lap dog. Originally bred to be working dogs by pulling carts and rescuing people from drowning, Leonbergers are now known to be massive cuddle bugs to lounge around with and love forever. And Bruce definitely meets both of those requirements. He is a great dog! But enough about Bruce, let's talk about some of my hobbies. For one, I love to knit. I know it sounds weird but I started knitting when I was 16 and haven't stopped since. Being able to make something by hand that people will enjoy fills me with such joy that knitting has become my number one stress reliever. So far, I have only been able to make scarves but once I master that skill, I can move on to something a little more complicated, like a beanie or a sweater.
When I'm not spending time with Bruce or knitting my stress away, you can usually find me watching television or listening to music. I have very eclectic tastes for each of those mediums, but if I had to pick a favorite genre for both I would have to say psychological thrillers and classic rock. Movies like Get Out and Us or shows like the Twilight Zone keep me on the edge of my seat. I love them! And as far as music, I like to listen to classics like Eric Clapton, Bob Seger, Black Sabbath, Queen, Aerosmith, and so many more. There are definitely too many to count.
Well, I think that is probably enough for now. I look forward to becoming acquainted with all of you! Talk soon!
(This is my own personal photo of me)
(This is my own personal photo of Bruce when he was around four years old)
(This is my own personal photo of me and Bruce when Bruce was around 10 weeks old)
Hello @mackenziejones - Welcome to the Hive Platform
you will find many great communities on Hive and will no doubt slot into the Niche that benefits you the most
My key here at HIVE, and in any community for that matter, is engagement and you will find some very intriguing and inspirational people on HIVE.
I see that you have already linked into the CTP community, I see your post on CTP Talk.
One of my most enjoyable activities, besides daily posting on CTP Talk and HIVE, is the Freewriters, Arts Photography and Gardens
Thank you for your introduction of yourself, It sounds like you love to live a full and rewarding life
The interconnectedness of every detail in this existence has been a fascination of mine for many many years and knowing that one action here can have an impact there because of this connectedness, can only, one would hope, give room for people to self reflect and know that their actions can have such a meaningful influence on those around them.
Once again Welcome to HIVE
I was wondering when some of @trostparadox’s students would be starting to post. Maybe I’ve missed some?....Regardless, nice to see a new one making her intro.
Welcome! My wife also studies ECH, definitely helps in raising our three kids ;)
Great ambitions you have, best of luck!
Stay consistent here no matter what and you should be satisfied with results. Nice to meet you and best of luck in your journey.
Hello @mackenziejones! This is @indayclara from @ocd (Original Content Decentralized) team. We saw that you already posted your first post here in Hive! Congratulations and welcome!
Your name reminded me of the Mackenzie Clan of the Netflix series Outlander! Loved that one. Still waiting for the next season though. Anyways, great to have you here and you got an amazing goal of having your own non-profit center. There are a lot of communities that I think you would definitely like based on the things you mentioned above, you might want to check them out:
Hive Pets where you can share your stories about Bruce
Movies & TV Shows where you can share your movie reviews
Education where you can share your knowledge on education
NeedleWorkMonday where you can share about your knitting outputs.
Do check out different communities which you might be interested in here: Communities Incubation Program.
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STOPWelcome to Hive @mackenziejones! 😃 You have such an inspiring vision for the future education of the younger generation, and Bruce is such an adorable doggo 😍 Warm greetings from the communities, cheers!
D.Buzz is a great place for you to freely express what you want with our microblogging platform. Feel free to make an introduction post and let the community know who you are. 🐝
Welcome the the platform. It is good place to get social of world community.
Hi Mackenzie welcome, first as a dog mum i have to say welcome to Bruce aswell.
I wish you good luck blogging and I Will See you around🍀
Your value and input is appreciated and if you have questions let me know.
We (@jamerussell and I ) are presenting New comers in Our @Heyhaveyamet blogs almost every day , and There is a Discord called The Terminal for newbies and All answers to your questions, join in, I am on Hive everyday ! You can always leave a comment.
Greetings from Brittandjosie from the Netherlands
https://discord.gg/pxBj9b
Theterminal discord invite
Good luck to you as the new arrival, may hive become your new life !
And thank @trostparadox for onboarding thats what hive needs