Monthly Archives: November 2010

Book Review: One Second After by William Forstchen

Posted on November 29, 2010 by

I finished this book …and then took it to bed with me … in my head. The message of the book stayed for the next few days and I wondered what could happen to me and my community if we … Continue reading →

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Keeping Black Friday — Green

Posted on November 25, 2010 by

What if on Black Friday, shoppers were only allowed to use cash? Nice concept, huh?

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Dear Boys and Girls … please bow your heads and say a prayer for President Kennedy

Posted on November 21, 2010 by

November 22, 1963 “Dear Boys and Girls … please bow your heads and say a prayer for President Kennedy, who was shot and killed today in Dallas, Texas.” Me — Third grade, 8 years old and carrying the weight of … Continue reading →

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Using Google Search as a calculator

Posted on November 21, 2010 by

Did you know that you can write your math problem in a Google Search Engine and it will give you the correct answer? So, if you can’t locate your calculator or do the math in your head … you can … Continue reading →

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All Top

Posted on November 19, 2010 by

I spent way too much time today exploring a site called ALLTOP. This site has top stories, top blogs and top rated online issues. I found out about this site from a book called Social Media 101 by Chris Brogan. … Continue reading →

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The Secret Behind True Success: Carnival Cruise Ship Spendor

Posted on November 15, 2010 by

Last week we all followed the plight of the wounded cruise ship at sea. We imagined what horrors the 4500 passengers were experiencing.  When they landed, we expected to see harried travelers fuming with rage. Instead we saw people getting … Continue reading →

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Veterans Day words of thanks

Posted on November 11, 2010 by

Today is Veterans Day. Today is a day to honor and appreciate our veterans from all wars. Tomorrow is a day to honor and appreciate our veterans. Next week is also a good time … A phone call, card or … Continue reading →

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