Archive for July, 2008
Every once in a while there is an idea that seems to touch on every area of my life. These recurrent themes cause me to stop and take note as they often lead to greater understanding. One theme I see recurring is the idea of simplicity, streamlined approach to organizational development.
Certainly the wave of economic shifts in response to the energy crunch would encourage a more conservative approach to operations from a business standpoint. More fundamental though I believe is a reaction to t
July 29, 2008
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Not one to usually get on any soap box, but after reviewing the new game Star Wars: The Force Unleashed I couldn't help but be dissappointed in George Lucas. Let me say that I am a diehard fan of the original three movies. I was out of the country when the first of the next three were released and never quite got the fever for the second group. The video game's storyline actually serves to tie the two groups of films together which sounds like a great idea. The quality of the game looks excellen
July 17, 2008
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Yes, it's a great title for any adventure, Thank you Mr. Tolkein. My wife, kiddos and I embarked on the 4th of July from Austin up through Santa Fe, New Mexico on to South Central Colorado for a twelve day journey. We enjoyed Family Camp with Sky Ranch at Ute Trail where we made new friends, went horse back riding, kayaking, white water rafting, tomahawk throwing, skeet shooting, hiking, and a plethora of other activities; a wonderful getaway from our everyday life. On our return trip we
July 15, 2008
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Finding it a challenge to get good honest reviews of decent destinations on the web for overnight stays, I want to give a thumbs-up to the KOA in Abilene. Too many KOA campgrounds I've seen have been little more than a wide spot in the road. This one, though immediately off I-20, is proving to be an excellent overnight stop over on the way to more majestic views of Northern New Mexico and Colorado. For a family of five, the cabins have two rooms that accomodate us very well. The restrooms we
July 4, 2008
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