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About Gandalfe

Just an itinerant saxophonist trying to find life between the changes. I have retired from the Corps of Engineers and Microsoft. I am an admin on the Woodwind Forum, run the Pacifica Big Band (formerly the Microsoft Jumpin' Jive Orchestra) and participate in other ensembles. Mostly enjoy time with family and friends.

New Christmas Icons & Tracking Cookies

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Gandalfe

How much do you like this from All Things D? Times they are a changin’. Two things that pop out at me with this comic. This is a funny but poignant cartoon.  And all Things D warns you about tracking … Continue reading →

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It’s new computer time for Casa du Glassa

Posted on December 11, 2012 by Gandalfe

“A computer once beat me at chess, but it was no match for me at kick boxing.” ~ Emo Philips Suzy and I decided to replace our twin Dell desktop computers from 2007. I like and buy from Dell because: … Continue reading →

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Trust

Posted on December 9, 2012 by Gandalfe

Borrowed from a number of collections on Facebook.

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“In the Mood” 2012

Posted on December 8, 2012 by Gandalfe

“It’s been a big week for our side. Over on the beaches of Normandy our boys have fired the opening guns of the long awaited drive to liberate the world.” ~ Glenn Miller during a radio broadcast of “I Sustain … Continue reading →

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Protect Yourself from ID Theft

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Gandalfe

“I don’t need to worry about identity theft because no one wants to be me.” ~ Josie Fleschute Approximately 15 million United States residents have their identities used fraudulently each year with financial losses totalling upwards of $50 billion. On … Continue reading →

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Kids are Shopping Online

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Gandalfe

“Shopping tip:  You can get shoes for 85 cents at the bowling alley.”  ~ Anon How do we introduce younger consumers to online retail? With limited research, I can say with 0% certainty that nothing comprehensive exists to teach young … Continue reading →

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Don’t Worry, Be Happy

Posted on December 4, 2012 by Gandalfe

“Once again, we come to the Holiday Season, a deeply religious time that each of us observes, in his own way, by going to the mall of his choice.” ~ Dave Barry As I wonder about Seattle, I am struck … Continue reading →

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FB: Wild for Wildlife & Nature

Posted on November 25, 2012 by Gandalfe

From the Facebook site “Wild for Wildlife and Nature”.

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Lou Adler ~ How to Win Friends and Influence People Using the Anti-DISC – Part 2

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Gandalfe

This intro to Lou’s book talks to me so much that I have to share it on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and here. I put it here because I do not want to lose this. Full disclosure, I’m an Influencer type … Continue reading →

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The Forgetful Vigilante

Posted on November 16, 2012 by Gandalfe

“Oh my gawd, she’s wearing a granny bra.” ~ Brooke Macaskill

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