Category Archives: In the news…

Balancing work and kids ~ real advice for real life

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Gandalfe

In my travels for Microsoft I often get asked about work/home life balance. Having come from 20 years in the military, I really wanted to find a job where I could create a successful and satisfying balance. I think I’ve … Continue reading →

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Newsflash: You are not owed a Retirement

Posted on March 22, 2011 by Gandalfe

From Eolake’s blog, Who pays for the Pensions?: Many people believe that what they pay in taxes now is being saved up to pay for their pension when they grow old. S’not so,  what’s being paid now is paying for … Continue reading →

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Spam Killer: Microsoft and Feds take down the largest Botnet in the World!

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Gandalfe

Just Tweeted: Largest Spam Network Shut Down by Microsoft and Feds! http://tinyurl.com/SpamBlowStruck Now for the rest of the story from the Official Microsoft Blog: Just over a year ago, we announced that the Microsoft Digital Crimes Unit (DCU), in cooperation … Continue reading →

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Your Neighborhood: Where Americans Are Moving?

Posted on March 15, 2011 by Gandalfe

Forbes provides a fascinating snapshot of what the status of movement is for anywhere in the United States in the Map: Where Americans Are Moving article. As I look at this map (more black than red) I infer that more … Continue reading →

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Tax Breaks for the Rich Versus Budget Cuts

Posted on March 14, 2011 by Gandalfe

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It’s Getting Crazy out There

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Gandalfe

Gas is now $4 a gallon at gas stations in selected locations around the United States. Is the dollar the new dime? And why do we still have pennies?

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Miss Representation

Posted on February 23, 2011 by Gandalfe

Miss Representation explores women’s under-representation in positions of power and influence and challenges the limited and often disparaging portrayals of women in media. Writer/Director Jennifer Siebel Newsom brings together some of America’s most influential thought leaders in politics, news, entertainment, … Continue reading →

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NYT: Comparing This Recession to Previous Ones

Posted on February 22, 2011 by Gandalfe

I can’t believe anyone doesn’t know how deep this recession cuts across all people and groups in the United States. But this New York Times article really puts it into perspective. Most us know a family member, friend or coworker … Continue reading →

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Top 10 e-paper technologies in the next 20 years | ZDNet

Posted on February 12, 2011 by Gandalfe

This was too good not to share. Makes me wonder if my great grandchildren (no I don’t have any… yet) will not recognize paperback books. ZDNet | Chris Jablonski ~ Over the next two decades, conventional print and static information … Continue reading →

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My Fav Superbowl 2011 Commercial ~ Use the Force

Posted on February 8, 2011 by Gandalfe

This was probably my favorite Super Bowl commercial… The way that kid can still convey his expressions through the mask is priceless! (Not to mention that Darth Vader’s theme by John Williams is probably one of the most recognized movie … Continue reading →

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