Monthly Archives: October 2008

Getting Presidential – Award, that is…

Posted on Monday, 20 October 2008 by Bronwen

I just got word that I have been chosen to receive the President of the United States’ Volunteer Service Award. Special Assistant to the President and Acting Director of The White House Office of USA Freedom Corps Alison T. Young … Continue reading →

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Links for Computer Basics Class

Posted on Thursday, 16 October 2008 by Bronwen

Last weekend’s classes on Computer Basics (aka “Make Friends with Your Computer”) and the Internet went really, really well, and I did promise to post some reference links to help everyone continue learning about all this geek stuff. And here … Continue reading →

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Photo Safari at the Arboretum

Posted on Wednesday, 15 October 2008 by Bronwen

The Digital Photography class I was planning to teach this Saturday at GCC was canceled due to lack of enrollment, but I wanted to offer an alternative photography outing for those who may be interested. The purpose is to give … Continue reading →

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Fire Update, #2

Posted on Tuesday, 14 October 2008 by Bronwen

Several folks asked to be kept apprised of how the fire is going. And those of you who didn’t get to benefit from their request.  From the looks of it the Marek Fire is mostly contained, and with the wind … Continue reading →

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Little Tujunga Fire Update

Posted on Monday, 13 October 2008 by Bronwen

As many of you know, the Santa Ana winds have kicked in with a vengeance and the wildfire season has begun. I’ve gotten several phone calls wanting to make sure I’m OK, and I’m happy to report that all is … Continue reading →

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Call + Response, A Rockumentary to End Slavery

Posted on Wednesday, 8 October 2008 by Bronwen

My friends Diane & Steve Wright are extremely talented folks who have worked in film and television for years. These days they have their own business providing feature film titling services, training in special effects (FX), as well as other … Continue reading →

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Adventures in the Mexican Riviera

Posted on Wednesday, 8 October 2008 by Bronwen

I just got back from vacation, a cruise to the “Mexican Riviera”, including Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, and Puerto Vallarta. Let me tell you, I had a blast, and met some great people while I was at it!

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