#ElectMR: A Happy Ending

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Here’s the thing. I think I have a pretty okay life. Sometimes, even excellent. I look around at the lives of my friends and neighbours and I’d say they have pretty good lives, too. Comfortable homes, plenty to eat, good schools, safe streets…you get the drift. My Town, a pretty typical North American suburb, has [...]

I’m Voting YES on the Happiness Ballot.

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No, there’s not a referendum going on (although I do like a good referendum now and again). In my town, there is a civic election going on. Yes, I am an avid poli-watcher. I think we’re so very lucky to live in a time and place where any citizen can participate in government and where [...]

#ElectMR – Candidates and Social Media

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Because I couldn’t resist… It’s civic election time where I live, and along with pumpkins, golden leaves and umbrellas, local candidates are showing up all over the landscape. And where I’m noticing them most is in the social media landscape. Many are first-time users of the medium, some have been putzing about on Facebook or [...]

Social Media Mindfulness or 5 Tips for the Facebook Frustrated

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As most of you know, I spend a good part of my spare time time moodling about on Social Media – blogging, posting, tweeting, linking in – sharing photos, ideas, recipes, tips and sometimes expertise (ahem)  - and connecting with friends and colleagues in my town and across the globe. I play some Farmville, comment [...]