Covid-19 pandemic has reshaped education worldwide, and made using technology in language teaching a must for many "lo-tech" teachers. This presentation tells several small stories experienced by one university lecturer of this "lo-tech" group. The journey started with the efforts to learn to use zoom and master its many useful features. It went on with several chapters in which the teacher explored the possibilities to connect with her students via the mute and avatar-only option, to listen to their stories, to empathize with their hopes and fears, to offer them innovative formats for their assignment showcase, to engage them in the lesson and to win their hearts. The adoption of Stanford Design thinking process and Goleman's emotional intelligence in designing such small but meaningful learning activities will be illustrated. Furthermore, the presenter will provide reflective sharing of the strong impact on creating a learning environment that fosters creativity and welcomes authenticity.