Well, it's 'Blog Time' once again.  Where does the time go!  I'm finding that I enjoy writing the blog more and more each week.  I find myself looking to see what I really appreciate, new things that could be used for a subject, and just in general being more aware of life and the people around me. So, I really am benefiting personally from writing a blog.

Having said that, my thoughts have been to having a wonderful weekend to relax and enjoy my family and friends on this special weekend.  Get out of my normal every day 'rut' and into just pure relaxation!  Now, that's not bad, is it?  Well, no!  Then, I thought that I really am truly blessed to live in a land where I have the right to choose the things I want to do.  That I have the right to work, to play, to relax. With that, however, goes great responsibility for my choices.

So being the reflective person that I am, I started thinking about the price that others have paid for me to have those rights.  Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation's service. Memorial Day was officially proclaimed on May 5, 1868 by General John Logan, national commander of the Grand Army of the Republic and was first observed on May 30, 1868, when flowers were placed on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery.

I have never had the privilege of actually serving in the Armed Forces.  When I was growing up, women didn't really do that.  But, I would like to think that I would have served if I had been given the opportunity.  I would like to think that I care enough about this nation to give my life to keep the rights and freedoms that are ours.  Oh, I know there is alot of dissension going on right now in our country.  But, it is still a wonderful place to live and be free. 

So, please take time to remember our brave men and women serving in the United States Armed Forces around the world. Let's be grateful they are helping to keep our land safe!

Have a wonderful week!

Just a really quick note regarding something special that has happened to me this week. . . wonderful people have taken the time to either write and call just to say 'thank you.'  Truly, each of you made my day! 

Additionally, it brought to my mind that I need those with whom I work, clients that it is my privilege to help, and all those around me - to know how much I appreciate the time we have to spend time together.

Whether it is for just a moment or for a longer period of time, it doesn't matter.  What matters is that we work together to solve a problem, clarify a position, exchange ideas. 

Thank you all - from the bottom of my heart!  Make it a wonderful day!

Well, I'm told that this is a place where I can put my thoughts about the world, my life and the glorious work privilege that is mine.  :)  Really, I am excited, a little scared about putting my thoughts "out there", but I'm wiling to try.

In thinking about the best part of my job, I think the part I really enjoy is working with new ideas and ways to help you do the best job you can quickly, easily and reliably.  Currently, we are putting together a new Knowledge Base and Tips and Better Ways for the Web.  Keep checking back often as we will share ideas that you have sent and ideas that we have to serve you better!

Additionally, working with all the people at the office is one "trip"!  As you can tell from their Blogs, they keep me on my toes!  Daily I learn from them.

Then - when I leave the office and need a great relaxation from the hectic world of the web, I turn to my love of quilting - even though I am a novice.  It is so fun to work in putting together colors, design, and fabrics and become a 'one of a kind' quilter.  How awesome is that! As I finish projects, I will post pictures for all to see.  This will be a great challenge but oh, such fun!

Have a wonderful day!

Jan