The Day The Winds Changed

This is a very short retrospective article over at Accuweather.com, looking back at the lessons learned during the tornado outbreak of April 27, 2011.

It’s worth a read on its own merits, but I’m sharing because of the personal connection I have to both of the key players.
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Things I Learned From SkyMall

I don’t travel as much as I used to, so maybe my allergy to bad marketing wasn’t as attuned. It started on the way down to the plane:
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Really? Even with her legs crossed, she had seven inches of space. Why did she pay extra for the other four?

Maybe that was the appetizer that got me excited about making a meal of SkyMall. I turned to a random page, and the thoughts just came at me… [Continue reading]

Flattery

A Spammers First

I suppose it is a badge of honor somewhat, that out of the universe of Twitter users from which to choose, some spammer somewhere picked me first. She obviously chose me for my intelligence, my incredible personal network, and my ability to … [Continue reading]

Never Looked Back

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I saw a wonderful post today from a 20-something reporter who has gotten out of the business. She essentially burned through the same phases Journalism I once did, just in much less … [Continue reading]

What’cha Want?

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You know what is good for you. Exercise more Eat less Read more Watch less Smell roses Don't stress The disconnect comes when our behavior does not reflect our goals. As it happens, G.I. Joe had it right. Knowing really is half the … [Continue reading]

Life Untethered

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I left my phone for a little while today. It was really difficult. It's a nice phone, and I enjoy using it. I like how it keeps me connected to so many people in so many places doing so many different and wonderful things. … [Continue reading]

Applied Problem Solving

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A recent conversation with my wife: "Do you remember those shape puzzles, like Tangrams?" "Which ones?" "You know, those puzzles where you have shapes, and you have to fit them into a confined area?" My daughter interrupted: "OH, I … [Continue reading]