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Geek Love: My DayTimer Planner

February 12, 2009

There are certain things I can’t live without.

There’s my computer for one.
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I live for this thing. I’ve been a Mac-addict for about five years now and I’ll never go back. And of course, when I’m at home I have my trusty Macbook:
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And then of course, there’s my Blackberry. Can’t leave home without that.
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Even though I love all my electronic doodads, from my Ipod and my Bose Sound Dock to my Flip camera and my Sony Cybershot, there is one product that I would be CRIPPLED without. This is the item that is always in my bag. Never needs to be charged. Never needs batteries. Never needs to be serviced in anyway.

And it’s got my whole life contained inside.

I am absolutely helpless without it.

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Pitch Me!

February 11, 2009

I’d like you all to meet Rosalyn. She’s an up-and-coming writer trying to break into national magazines.

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Here’s Rosalyn. See her working so hard on her trusty Macbook, staring intently at the screen, surrounded by all her favorite magazines. Do you know what she’s doing?

She’s trying to write the perfect pitch.

If you’re trying to break into magazines, a good pitch is essential. And Rosalyn needs a bit of help.
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A Conversation with…Mike Schreiber

February 10, 2009
courtesy of Mike Schreiber. No stealing!

courtesy of Mike Schreiber.

Ten years ago, I had to interview Common for The Source. The interview took place at the legendary Electric Lady Studios in the Village. Mike Schreiber was the photographer assigned for the story and we ended up talking while we waited for Common. After five minutes of conversation, I decided that Mike was arrogant, cocky and annoying. Ten years later, he still is. He’s also one of my favorite photographers. He’s completely self-taught, has shot everything from dogs to prisoners to rappers for everyone from The Source to Vibe and GIANT. (Check out his website) I called Mike up this morning and asked him to tell me about his ten favorite photographs and the stories behind them. Here’s how the conversation went down.

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10 Honest Questions on…The Grammys

February 9, 2009

I told TH to pick up some ice cream on the way home last night. I turned on the television promptly at 8, even though I couldn’t start watching right away. Wanted to make sure I’d be able to rewind. I got my Sunday chores out of the way. Then settled down with TG and TH in the living room, ready to indulge in some Grammy night celebudrama.

And my first question was…

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The Week In Review: February 7, 2009.

February 7, 2009

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Dear Readers…. what an awesome week! Loved all the feedback on every post.

This week marked my thirtieth post. Whoa. It’s been a blast. Here’s to the next 30!

Let’s review. What have we learned this week?

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