Today I am laying the groundwork for new possibilities.
Some days we are able to make progress on particular projects, but today I am building the foundation that will support my blogging, helping and communicating.
I like working on websites, though I end up rediscovering techniques and using time learning to use the tools. I have a two hour rule for tool learning – if I can’t figure something out in two hours I look more diligently for information I am missing, often by searching the web, asking someone, or checking the documentation: reading the fine manual can be helpful!
Today’s rediscovery is how to manage the widget area in WordPress. I use the Mandigo theme, and discovered that its Sidebar replaces the usual WordPress widget area. No extra plugin is needed, and Mandigo provides a powerful Text facility for customizing the Widget area.
The results of today’s work is that I have created the main entry points for my Photographer and StageDesigner pages, so that I can start showing my photos and stage designs. These are both very creative and satisfying areas of my efforts, and I am looking forward to adding content.
I also plan on providing tips, techniques and hands-on information. I know that I really appreciate when things are explained clearly and a process is well-documented. It helps me, and others, get that job done!
Today I have set myself in motion – I am changing what I can do tomorrow by making more of today !