Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Geeking

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After managing to miss it the past few years despite my best efforts, I was finally able to catch the Department of Energy's Solar Decathlon on the National Mall. I was really excited to actually see modular energy-efficient homes up close and personal. The houses looked amazing - from the outside. Unfortunately, due to time constraints and long lines, I was only able to see the inside of three -...

Friday, October 16, 2009

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Praise Break!

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Got some good news today that has given some serious anxiety attacks a breakSo I'm doing my happy dance now and rotating the following songs by one of my favorite gospel music groups (I know some folks won't understand what they're about to see, and that's okay):P.S. - They will be in Baltimore this Saturday at the 1st Mariner Arena. Sadly, I can't make the event. ...

Thursday, October 8, 2009

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Innovative Ideas

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The voyeur in me loves this website. Custom Media Labs, an interactive marketing and communications firm in Wayne, PA, gives you a peek at the inner workings of their office life - literally. Their homepage background streams daily from webcams around the office. How cool! Follow the link, be patient, and watch:Customedial...

Monday, October 5, 2009

The Washington Post's Good Hair Feature

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Everyone wants to discuss the hair thing now:full article hereI found this young lady's view on Black hair particularly interesting. I have heard some White and Asian women make similar comments. Too bad most Black women don't have such a positive view of their own hair. A former colleague made the following comment once:"When I die, I hope I come back as a Black woman because you all have the most...

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