Blue Lime

Jul 15th

Getting a Second Opinion

Once again in the same week, I’m compelled to support the writings—and in this case a quote from another source—of Lynn Gaertner-Johnston of Syntax Training in Seattle, Washington: Get a second opinion before you send an email that is very important or intended for a large audience. I agree with Lynn (and not her student). […]

Jul 13th

Rushing Can Be Thoughtless

In our fast-paced world, we sometimes forget to slow down. Lynn Gaertner-Johnston found this on her recent vacation and cites examples of this in professional settings. Here is the one I see the most often. Although they know a proposal deadline is coming, they delay working on it, then scream to the finish. They make […]

Jul 12th

Turtleor Finally Fully Named

As some of you know, we all have four names. As of today, Turtleor has earned the last piece that makes her name complete. Turtleor Testudines Houdini Luza She’s become quite the little escape artist—and those nose dives from the kitchen window to the sink can’t be fun!—so we are seeking a larger space for […]

Jul 10th

8 ways to celebrate Jon Swanson’s birthday

Check out this über cool birthday celebration! Yep. Tomorrow, July 10, 2008, is my fiftieth birthday. Last year I had a huge social media birthday. It was really cool. But don’t do it again. Instead, let me suggest what I’d like for my birthday. 1. If you know someone who can’t afford to go out […]

Jul 10th

MPG

Thanks, Charles, for forwarding this little giggle along to us. A recent study conducted by Harvard University found that the average American walks about 900 miles a year. Another study by the American Medical Association found that Americans drink, on average, 22 gallons of alcohol a year. This means, on average, Americans get about 41 […]

Jul 8th

Wish I Could Go …

Grammar Girl will be in Austin signing her new book. From Upcoming Wednesday, July 16, 2008 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM Third Coast Coffee Roasting Company 4402 S. Congress, Ste. 109 Austin, Texas 78745 Category: Media Website: http://grammar.quickanddirtytips.com Grammar Girl will read from her new book, answer all your questions, and give away prizes.

Jul 8th

No Bombers’ Game Tonight

from the Brazos Valley Bombers‘ Newsletter Rained Out! The hyped-up matchup between the Brazos Valley Bombers and TCL leading McKinney Marshals will have to wait another day. Heavy rains and thunderstorms poured into the Bryan area, soaking the field at Brazos Valley Bank Ballpark. Although the rain should subside by the normal game time, team […]

Jul 4th

Fireworks Day

Fireworks Day[1] As always, we are in Paris for L’s grandparents’ birthdays. (His is on the 3rd and her’s is on the 4th). Because Paris has the band concert and fireworks show are on the 3rd, we have one big party with them every year. After a nice dinner, cake & ice cream, and presents, […]