Here are the questions asked:

• How are you involved with Digital Asset Management?
• You recently started the NYC Digital Asset Manager meetup group on Meetup.com which has been very successful this year. You have had numerous events almost every month. What inspired you to start this group?
• Now that you have accumulated over 150 members at the time to this recording, do you anticipate more events coming up soon?
• What advise would you like to share with other DAM Professionals and people aspiring to become DAM Professionals?
• Do you foresee people following your model for the meetup group for Digital Asset Manager or Digital Asset Management Professionals or people aspiring to become DAM Professionals to start groups in their areas?

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Ron Paul did not win the primaries for the Republicant Party and the Ron Paul R[ƎVO˩]UTION soon quieted into the Ron Paul [OVER]LUTION.

That being said, there are some interesting anomalies to investigate. Not that I am declaring any foul play, no I am sure the members of the GOP were all little angels. I simply mean that there are some lessons to be learned here. An example is the use of MeetUps. Ron Paul had a literal Army of R[ƎVO˩]UTIONARIES. The other candidates, including Premier Obama had in no way shape or form near the help that the Paul Campaign had.

Back in 2008 I took some snapshots of the MeetUp Group numbers for multiple candidates. Here are the  snapshots

Yes, it is true primaries are not determined by the amount of Meetup members, however the ratio between MeetUp members and Delegate Representation SHOULD have held somewhat  true. It did not. So, either the Ron Paul delegates were the worst delegates in history or there was some amount of mischief. We do know that there was some amount of favoritism concerning television bias. Ron Paul certainly suffered there. In fact here is a good video explaining the television bias:

Though Ron Paul garnered 14% of the votes and Huckabee only 8% they employed tricks such as leaving Ron Paul’s face off of a graphic when he clearly beat the Huckster.

So, here we are in 2010. Rand Paul is doing well and Ron Paul has hinted at running in 2012. The drums are starting to beat once again in favor of liberty. However did we learn anything in 2008? Although the article below was written by a Statist, they have very valid arguments.

From Nolan Chart

A calm anlysis of the reasons — and lessons that should be taken away from it , but probably won’t.

by Logical Premise
(statist)
Sunday, March 9, 2008

Why did Ron Paul lose?

Let me clarifiy that statement. It is theoretically possible that the superdelegates could vote for Ron Paul in the convention. It is theoretically possible that all of Huckabee’s and Romney’s delegates, being free to vote how they like, could also vote for Ron Paul in the convention.

But the ugly reality is that even if he wins in such a convoluted manner, he really lost. He got, on average, between 2% and 10% of the vote in most states. The people clearly are not “behind him”, and if the delegates at the convention acted in a manner that went against the wishes of the electorate, most of them will have a price to pay.

But why did he lose? If you listen to Libertarians, Ron Paul is conservative, Christian, honest, dedicated, and a strict constitutionalist. He’s against big government, seemingly a Republican virtue. He dislikes taxation, seemingly a Republican virtue. He is , on some issues, very close to being a paleoconservative of the oldest school.

Why did they all vote for someone else? Let’s examine the reasons: continue reading

via: REVOLUTION BROADCASTING

This was an easy card that used 7 punches in all, though you could modify this card to use fewer punches or more stamps.  Here are the steps to create it yourself:

1. Punch the base of the flower using the extra large Fancy Flower punch
2. Stamp the five petal flower image from Punched Posies hostess set, once on colored cardstock and once on white cardstock
3. Punch out stamped images using the Five Petal punch
4. Stamp the smaller six petal flower image from the Punched Posies hostess set on white cardstock and punch out the center using 1/2” Circle punch
5. Layer these punched images together and glue
6. Punch the leaf using the Small Oval punch
7. Fold the oval in half and trim one side to form a point
8. Stamp the vase using one of the ornament images from the Delightful Decorations stamp set on white cardstock
9. Punch out using the ornament punch and trim the bottom of the ornament to form the flat base of the vase
10. Stamp the sentiment from the Because I Care hostess set on white cardstock
11. Punch out sentiment using the Large Oval punch
12. Punch corners of base white cardstock with the Ticket Corner punch
13. Stamp the stem using the stem image from the Punched Posies stamp set on base white cardstock
14. Glue down onto your card base and your done!

Punched Flower Recipe:
Stamps: Punched Posies, Delightful Decorations, Because I Care
Ink: Poppy Parade, Daffodil Delight, Old Olive
Paper:  Old Olive CS, Whisper White CS, Poppy Parade CS, Daffodil Delight CS
Accessories:  Fancy Flower punch, Five Petal punch, 1/2” circle punch, Ornament punch, Ticket Corner punch, Small Oval punch, Large Oval punch

I’m not sure what happened to me this month. I started out the month of June OK by photographing jewelry each night as planned. But after taking so much time shooting just 10 items I felt tired.

Actually tired has been what I’ve been feeling for most of this month. Hence, not much of anything has been accomplished. I haven’t done much painting, no cards, not much jewelry until recently this week (I’ll post those items next week).

I’ve been on vacation and had grand plans for getting so many creative things done, but I seem to be lacking stem and inspiration. Maybe it’s the heat and humidity. Sometimes I feel like I need to just stop everything–I mean everything–for awhile just to get a rest. Does anyone else feel that way?

Maybe I just need to see some big results or sells to get me fired up. But that can’t happen if I don’t get these business things done each month to stay on track.

So here is what I didn’t get done in June and need to get done in July:

June goals (NOW JULY GOALS):

1. Continue to measure, size and name all paintings (five each night). Nope.

2. Photograph three pieces of jewelry each day after work. Only shot 10 pieces at the beginning of June. Need to do this for July.

3. Post at least 10 images of jewelry on my web site. Nope. Only got one up on the web.

4. Scan in 5 greeting cards per night. Nada. What’s wrong with me?!

Here are the cards and if you happen to be in the Bay area, we’d love to have you come be a part of our group! 

Father’s Day Card Recipe:
Stamps: Teeny Tiny Wishes
Ink: Chocolate Chip Classic
Paper: Bermuda Bay CS*, Crushed Curry CS*, Whisper White CS
Accessories: Chocolate Chip stitched ribbon*, Large Star punch, Small Star punch*, 1/16″ circle punch, gold brad, Snail

Best Wishes Recipe:
Stamps: Kind and Caring Thoughts*
Ink: Basic Grey Classic
Paper: Basic Grey CS, Whisper White CS, Pink Flamingo DSP*
Accessories: Cameo Coral Marker*, Old Olive Marker

* indicates a retiring item

Cafe Society July meetup at Charmers Cafe

Saturday, July 31st 6-8pm

Enjoy great coffee and conversation at Charmers Cafe in Rogers Park.

It is $5 to RSVP online for this event, so please invite your friends to join our group and attend.

- Bill Morton

Cafe Society July meetup at Charmers Cafe

Saturday, July 31st 6-8pm

Enjoy great coffee and conversation at Charmers Cafe in Rogers Park.

It is $5 to RSVP online for this event, so please invite your friends to join our group and attend.

- Bill Morton

Charmers Cafe 1500 W. Jarvis Avenue Chicago, IL. 60626

On Sunday morning, Logan and I took the Canadian Kennel Club’s Canine Good Neighbour evalution, and passed.
This was something that I’ve been talking about doing since I brought Logan home, and this really filled every dream I had of raising and beautiful well adjusted dog.

A little rundown of what the CGN test is:

The Canadian Kennel Club, Canine Good Neighbour program identifies and rewards responsible and caring owners and their canine partners.

The purpose of the Canine Good Neighbour Program test is to ensure that one of our most favoured companions, the dog, is accepted as a valued member of the community. Canine Good Neighbours can be counted on to present good manners at home, in public places and In the presence of other dogs. The program embraces both purebred and mixed-breed dogs and has been created to assist canine owner’s combat anti-dog sentiments which often target dogs as a whole. Additionally, the program enhances community awareness of responsible dog ownership and the benefits associated with dog ownership.

Canine Good Neighbour training is fun, rewarding, and useful. It can enable owners to achieve a better relationship with their dogs.

The test is not a competition calling for precision performance by the handler and dog. Rather, it assesses the handler and dog’s relationship together with the handler’s ability to control the dog.

Dogs are evaluated on their ability to perform basic exercises as well as their ability to demonstrate good manners in everyday situations.

The Canadian Kennel Club encourages all dog owners to participate in this program, thereby ensuring that our beloved canines are welcomed and respected members of our communities.

So, for all those naysayers, who think Dobermans are fierce, aggressive & don’t like strangers, booya!

We passed, and I couldn’t be more proud.

Where:
Cloverdale Mall
250 The East Mall
Etobicoke, ON M9B 3Y8
416.236.1668

Have your pet’s photo taken with the Easter Bunny!

A portion of the proceeds to benefit the Etobicoke Humane Society.

Bring your pet on a leash or in a cage and ENTER at the Mr. Souvlaki/Gino`s Pizza Mall entrance ONLY, during the designated hours.

Photos will be taken on a first come first serve basis.

We offer quality digital photography so your photos will be available for pick-up shortly after your visit. One 5″ x 7″ with folder $8; One 5″ x 7″ with folder and two 3½” x 5″ photos $15; One 5″ x 7″ with folder and four wallet size $15; Two 5″ x 7″ with folders $15

While you’re there, visit the Etobicoke Humane Society Kiosk featuring Adoption Info & Pics, Free Literature, Educational Colouring Materials.

Sunday, March 28 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm ONLY

Where: Centre Court, Near A&W, Cloverdale Mall

Learn more here!

Join The Mind Body Soul Experience Meetup Group! Come learn more about who we are, what we do, and all that we offer. Anyone Interested in exploring various Healing modalities, Energy work, opening up to your intuitive self are welcome!

Deeksha Oneness Blessing

Every Tuesday 7:00 p.m.
1111 East Brickyard Road (off 3300 south and 1100 East)

Oneness Blessing is the direct transference of an intelligent sacred energy which causes the heart to flower and initiates a neurobiological change in the brain. This brings a shift in perception and the realization that the sense of a separate self is an illusion. Oneness Blessing/Deeksha frees the senses from the constant chatter of the mind resulting in clarity of perception and feelings of joy, peace and inner silence.

Love donations are accepted gratefully!

Taking Charge of You Life.

March 29th at 7pm

Join MBSE member Vickie Parker,of the Windswept Ctr, at Tattwic Tides as she presents a 2 hour interactive program that gives you tools to change your life.

Learn how to ground to earth energy and run cosmic energy to fully anchor your soul into your body. There is a large difference in learning how to meditate and being grounded and running energy. Meditation is about separation of mind or soul from the physical form. Grounding and running your energy is about being 100% in your body.

Find out where the center of your head is so that you can be present to create what you want in your life. Learn more about your chakras and how they can influence your mood. Using color and positive words in our 7th chakra can create the mood and vibration we would like to have each day. Turning down our chakras cause quiet in the body, and allows us to have peace in our lives.

Experience exercises that allows you to release energy that you no longer want or need. As well as releasing other people’s energy that gets into our energy space from interactions with them. And much more. When you walk away from this gathering you will have tools you can use on a daily basis to take charge of how you experience your life.

To find out more or join the group Click Here

Wishing you the best 525,600 minutes of your life in 2010!

LIVE Monday, March 15 @7:00 PM [NY time] & then on-demand: CLICK

Mary Jo Fay wondered why there were so many unhappy, dissatisfied, miserably frustrated women. “I thought I was the only one filled with emotional confusion, low self-esteem issues, and darkly depressed about my relationships”. Author of 4 relationship books. Founder/facilitator of Denver’s BEST Dating, Mating, and Relating MeetUp Group. Writes “Living out of the Boxx” column for 2 newspapers. www.MaryJoFay.com.

A comical singer-songwriter and guitarist originally from Clemson, South Carolina, Carla Ulbrich now lives in New Jersey. Insert your own punchline here. This wordplay lover writes tunes about wedgies, Waffle House, Klingons, and how rich she would be if she held the copyright on the ‘F’ word. www.CarlaU.com.

Please join my Facebook Fan Page –> Click here

Show music: “Stay The Same” by pianist/composer Sarah Jane Cion aka Sally Shields

See you on the radio! …/bonnie

If you are interested in online marketing, social media, SEO, and all that goodness, then look out for these monthly events. Organisers have laid out their goals and plans for the meetup below, and I think they’ll be taking on a really nice format – I especially like the chance to get market updates from the group. Have a look and perhaps see you there!

The group is now being organised by Alan Bold, Jay Feeney & Eliza Dashwood. Having recently met to discuss the future of the group, we propose that the Internet Marketing events/meetups will be held once a month (every month).

As we have a wide range of members from experienced marketeers to entrepreneurs, enthusiasts and beginners, we feel we should ideally format the evening so that everyone gets something out of it. Here’s how we’d like to structure a typical evening…

(1) “An introduction to…”
a 5-10 minute talk covering a general synopsis about some key marketing strategies (ranging from SEM, SEO, Social Media, online/offline PR etc. etc.)

(2) Guest Speaker
We’ll invite a range of guest speakers to cover more specialist areas. Whilst we feel we should try to put the emphasis on marketing where we can, we feel we shouldn’t pigeon-hole the group too much and would like a range of speakers from marketing specialists to tech-founders and entrepreneurs.

(3) Q&A with guest speaker
Where questions will be opened up to the floor

(4) Market & Tech updates from the group
This is where we would encourage our regular members to give the group a quick update on any news from within their specialist field of interest or expertise. This could range from Google updates, Facebook developer updates, iPhone developer tips, recommended apps etc. etc.

(5) Drinks and networking
We’ll all head to the pub and carry on the evening with a few drinks. We’d really like to get people mingling a little more and will actively try to make more introductions and connections as we get to know everyone.

Hopefully this format will make for an informative evening for everyone and we really hope that we can get the creative and network juices flowing. We’ll try to post everything covered in the evening onto a group blog, and endeavour to video each section down the line. We’re also looking into more active forum channels so we can make more of the group online.

As ever, this is an open group and we encourage input from everyone – ideas for speakers, networking and events are always welcome

We hope to see everyone at the next event which we’ll be announcing next week when we have confirmed the venue…

Our first session will be more like a meet and greet. At that point, I will be compiling a list of topics that interest the members. I have a few professionals that can come in and talk to us about the topics listed below. If you are interested in hearing/learning about these topics. Please visit the meet-up group site and post a comment. If you want to join the group, you can follow the link below and click on the Tyler icon on the right of the page and that will take you there as well. Have a great day!

Topics:
Auditory Processing Disorder
Feeding Therapy
Biomedical/Supplements/Nutrient Deficits

Meet-up Group Link:

http://www.meetup.com/SpecialKids-SpecialNeeds-LongIsland-ParentGroup/
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When?
Saturday, January 23rd from 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Where?
Liberty Wells Building
On the southeast corner of 700 South and 400 East
Salt Lake City
The class will be held in Gym

RSVP:

Info@FourLeggedScholars.com or 801-463-1668

Payment:

• $10 Per Person.
• Pay cash or check upon arrival.

What Should I Bring?

• You
• Your Dog
• Friends
• Other Dog Lovers
• Soft dog treats (pea to a dime in size; bring a small Ziploc bag full)
• Flat collar. No choker or prong collars please.
• 4-6 cloth/leather leash. No flexi-leashes please.
• Treat bags (attach to your pants) and clickers are recommended. *
• Distractions to be used in class (squeaker toys, balls, bones, treat toys such as kongs, tug toys, etc.)
• Children 12 years and older are invited if they are patient and listen well.
• Money for class and products (clickers and treat bags will be for sale)

* You may purchase a clicker and treat bag from Four Legged Scholars.

* You may also purchase head collars and front hook harnesses from Four Legged Scholars.

* *Note: Friendly Dogs Only Please. If your dog has aggression or fear issues please contact Four Legged Scholars for training.

Want to Hold a Seminar or Party at Your Facility or Home?

Contact Johanna 801-463-1668 or E-mail. She loves educating the public and is open to holding more in other facilities or homes!

What to Bring on the Walks:

• You
• Your Dog
• Friends
• Other Dog Lovers
• Soft dog treats (pea to a dime in size; bring a small Ziploc bag full)
• Flat collar. No choker or prong collars please.
• 4-6 cloth/leather leash. No flexi-leashes please.
• Treat bags (attach to your pants) and clickers are recommended. *
• Children 12 years and older are invited if they are patient and listen well.
• Poop bags
• Water for you and your dog
• Dress warmly

* *Note: Friendly Dogs Only Please. If your dog has aggression or fear issues please contact Four Legged Scholars for training.

Registration (RSVP)

Dates and Locations

1.) Sat. Jan 2nd 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Place: City Creek Canyon, 300 Canyon Road, Salt Lake City

Meet on the sidewalk at the first gate that leads in Memory Grove (near the parked cars on the street) If you get lost call Johanna 801-463-1668

Theme: “New Year’s Resolution Walk for Your Dog”

*Off Leash Walk

2.) Sat. Jan 9th 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Place: Tanner Park, 2760 South 2700 East, Salt Lake City, 84109

Meet on the grass in front of the parking lot (park in parking lot with the Tanner Park Sign).  If you get lost call Johanna 801-463-1668

Theme: “Doggie Meet and Greet Walk”

*Off Leash Walk

3.) Mon Jan 18th from 4:00-6:00 PM

Place: Liberty Park, 900 South 700 East, Salt Lake City, 84105

Meet on the grass at the entrance to Liberty Park from 900 South.  Call Johanna if you get lost 801-463-1668.

Theme: “Breed Equality Honoring Martin Luther King Day”

*On Only Leash Walk

4.) Mon. Jan 25th 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Place: Sugarhouse Park, 1300 South 2100 East, Salt Lake City 84108

Meet at the south side of the pond. Call Johanna if you get lost 801-463-1668.

Theme: “Bring a Friend Walk”

*On Only Leash Walk

Happy Training!

Johanna Teresi, Professional Owner and Trainer of Four Legged Scholars LLC

Please feel free to leave comments below about location suggestions, etc. Thanks!

I got into my best harness, checked it twice in the mirror and hopped into the car. I had no idea where we were going, but I could sense it was somewhere that had some dogs. And where there’s dogs, there’s usually beef-flavored treats – and you know how I feel about beef-flavored treats. Yup, about the same way I feel about chicken-flavored treats. Or lamb-flavored treats. Ok, the same way I feel about treats – period!

So eventually we got to a pleasant house on a pleasant street and went around back. It looked like any other house; smelled like any other house. So what was the big deal?????

BOSTONS! 

All over the place! So many me-looking dogs that I had to nip myself in the butt to make sure I wasn’t dreaming. I couldn’t believe it. Big Bostons, little Bostons, Bostons with round heads, Bostons with droopy ears, Bostons with tails, Bostons with Southern accents, Bostons with attitude, Bostons with black fingernails, and brown Bostons!

And then the fun started…

Lookit all them Bostons!!!!!

I'd never been in a pool that deep before. But once I got in, I couldn't get enough! And I didn't even need goggles.

Soon, a foxy little dame called Ruby showed up. And the guys couldn't get enough...

I kept my nose to myself and played it cool with Ruby. Struck up a little conversation about how nice her nails looked; does she use a Pedi Paw?? And then...

We played around! I guess being the American Gentleman helps when you're picking up ladies!

That big guy is Bowser. It was his yard. He looks tough, but he was a great host and a helluva Mario Kart player!

Kirby telling me a joke. It was "What's black and white and good? Give up? Bacon that I want to eat!!!!!!" I didn't get it either, but it sounded delicious.

1. Bill Brobeck – Chief Technical Officer Brobeck Solar Energy
2. Meghan Connolly Haupt – Founder of Sulusso
3. Ben Lewis – Founder of Engage As You Age
4. Hilary DeCesare - Co-founder and CEO of Girl Ambition and
5. Dan Porras, Founder & CEO of Planetwize

The winner selected by both the panel and the audience was Ben Lewis– Founder of Engage As You Age.

At Engage As You Age, LLC, we offer far more than friendly companionship; we know how to rekindle an older adult or senior’s involvement with contemporary life.

We’re not a caregiving company. What we are is a unique organization that carefully pairs insured, bonded, and trained employees with clients who share similar interests and passions. We personalize all of our matches to ensure that you or your loved one’s temperament and interests mesh well with those of a carefully selected activity specialist.

Our 2- to 3- hour visits are a surprisingly cost-effective way to bolster intellectual and emotional well-being. Our services are based on our belief that seniors deserve more than a life focused on meds and maintenance.

That is very cool. Connect our elderlys to their passion, and make them live a prolonged happier and healthier life. Being a promoter of music myself, I think Dan Porras had an interesting solution with the Planetwize: promoting music for a cause, with a business model that supports the musicians. I was only there to listen and learn…

It reminded me of a presentation course I took with Dale Carnegie in Stockholm some 15 years ago. At every session we gave short presentations, and there were contests in different categories. The winner was guided to give a Thank you speech following their 3-step model, which as my memory recalls was as follows: 1. Thank you, and express garatitude/appreciation. 2. This prize/token/award will always remember me of… 3. Thank you.

I had the honor of receiving such an award at the last session of the course, and the “Dale Carnegie Winner” Pen that I received would always remember me of a story that the leader shared during the first session. It was about jumping grasshoppers. You can soon read the story in my about page – but basically, I would always thrive to and encourage others to live and act as free as grasshoppers naturally do. Hm. Maybe that is what I still do now, with the Dale Carnegie Winner Pen in a different format. OK – so let’s go…

Aim high, and jump! The winner is you.

Johanna

If you own a small business or are thinking of starting a small business this is the group for you. Small business is the engine that will lead this country out of recession.

Small business owners wear many hats and it is hard to do everything we need to do. By pooling our resources and knowledge we can leverage our talents to grow and make our businesses more profitable. From sharing experiences to investigating new technologies, this group shall be dedicated to forming networks amongst business professionals in closely related fields and not so closely related fields for greater market exposure.

Come to learn and come to share. 

Now do the same thing to your body. Give it a “hello.” Ask the body what you can do as a spirit to make life easier for your body. You might really be surprised what the body asks for! Notice how you treat this body of yours. What kind of a spiritual boss are you? Are you kind, considerate and fun? Or are you critical, driven and judgmental? Try changing how you communicate with your body and then notice what kind of miracles you are able to manifest. It’s easier to create when you are happy and aligned with your spirit and your body. We call this Spirit/Body communications, and it’s worth clearing out and healing this space whenever you notice you are in effort and life seems harder than it should.

Meet other local designers and talk about everything from textile weaving and printing techniques, Pantone colors, software programs, latest trends, art exhibitions or even tea for that matter. Simply aimed at stimulating creative inspiration for New York’s design minded!

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