Monthly Archives: February 2009

The Miracle of Diet Coke and Mentos

Not that I have any time to waste these days, but if I did, watching this video would be a good way to spend it. Grateful for the miracles of chemical reactions between our favorite snacks!

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Remembering the horrors of high school gym class

I am up to my eyeballs in grant writing for the next three weeks, feeling overwhelmed and exhausted already – and I’m not even in the week before a deadline!  I’m having trouble finding the joy in all, but my … Continue reading

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Social Networking for Nonprofits Presentation Gratitude

The last two days, I’ve presented on Social Networking for Nonprofits to members of Association of Fundraising Professionals, and both time I got all excited, started talking too fast, and went way over my allotted time limit.  It’s only because … Continue reading

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A gratitude list for February 16, 2009

Lists.  Lazy lists. a lovely Valentines day having fun taking headshots with a friend and great photographer getting up earlier than normal without too much ado Paperback Swap- goodbye Rushdie’s Shame, hello How It All Vegan getting the headshots and … Continue reading

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Perfect Aim

I was already in my pajamas, certainly not planning on leaving the house again until tomorrow.  SMACK!  Our second story window frame is rattling and I look over and realize someone has launched a snowball at our window, and struck … Continue reading

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Welcome Forbes.com Readers: Starting Your Own Business

Welcome Forbes.com readers.  I’m glad my story on how to go from laid off employee to business owner inspired you enough to visit.   For those of you who have recently been laid off  – I feel your pain.  I … Continue reading

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