Archive for August, 2008
Wow, it was hot. The new state park is amazing, but not when it’s so hot outside. Originally, my plans for this previous weekend included:
For the past two weeks, the weather gurus have been saying it will rain this weekend. I’m a tough Oregonian, so I was prepared for that. I plan to go camping this weekend, and I’ve had my warm, waterproof clothing set out for a while.
I was asked the other day what my level of experience was with web 3.0. Last I’ve heard, though, the world is still catching up to 2.0, let alone experimenting with the next stage. It seems a few companies are trying to push their way upwards and onwards hoping to beat the rush to new technology. To give you an edge, here are a few of my favorite web 3.0 applications (also called “new” or “emerging” media).
I LOVE the Olympics. The last two summer Olympics involved me staying up until unheard of hours of the morning to watch my favorite events (Is there really a 2 o’clock in the AM? Wow!) This year’s games are no different. My favorite athletes of old might not be competing (I’m still upset at Marion Jones, by the way), but there are new names and faces the world over to cheer for throughout the events.
Update: Finally, my computer agrees with me and I’ve gotten you an image of the cover. Enjoy!
This week was big in the world of publishing. That is to say it was big in my world of publishing. As most of you know, I started a publishing company in April called Jumping Duck Media. Since then, I’ve put together a multitude of websites and blogs, and actually started working on a couple of book ideas. That, though, is all on the me side of things.
As a publisher, I get to work with other people, too! I’m happy to say that this week was huge for Jumping Duck. Our first fiction novel is nearing publication; I got the advanced reading copies in the mail on Monday and started sending them out for reviews. Hopefully the actual book will be in print by the end of the month.
Also, I shipped my first book to the printer on Wednesday. It’s a self-help/career education book by my friend, Sean Harry. All of the paperwork is registered, and I should be receiving the proof copy from the printer any day now! Two months ago I thought I’d never make it this far … as per my last post, I was standing at the bottom of the cliff. Now, halfway up the rock, I realize that reaching the top is a possible achievement. Woo hoo!