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Photos of WOW/ SkillsUSA web design contest

April 17, 2010 - Technology , WOW - by Mark - No Comments

Here are a few photos from the Illinois, WOW/ SkillsUSA web design contest. Thanks again to Lynda.com for the prizes. The winners were thrilled. Thanks again to Jonathan Worent and Shari Tripp for their help with this contest. www.flickr.com

Springfield, Illinois near A. Lincoln’s home

April 17, 2010 - Travel - by Mark - No Comments

I arrived in Springfield, Illinois for the WOW/ SkillsUSA web design contest on April 15, 2010. Abraham Lincoln died on April 15, 1865. So I thought it appropriate to visit his home exactly 145 years after he died. Here are a few photos of the vicinity. www.flickr.com

Sign and meaning?

April 17, 2010 - Huh? , Travel - by Mark - 2 Comments

While returning from the WOW/ SkillsUSA web design contest in Springfield, Jonathan and I stopped for dinner. I spotted this sign. I guess I just have a different view of the world. However, can someone please tell me what is so stinkin special about Saturday?

WOW Web Design Contest Winners (Illinois)

April 17, 2010 - ICC , WOW - by Mark - No Comments

We just concluded the 10 annual WOW web design contest in Springfield, Illinois (and winners were announced today). Everyone who participated in this contest has demonstrated their willingness to step up to challenges and do more than just attend. You are all to be congratulated for trying. The judges had […]

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Illinois WOW Web Design contest reflections

April 16, 2010 - Technology , WOW - by Mark - 1 Comment

I supervised the Illinois WOW/ SkillsUSA web design contest in Springfield on April 16. Many, many thanks to Jonathan Worent for his help with this contest. Jonathan – it would be much more difficult without you. I am most appreciative of you taking time from your day job as owner […]

MAPS 2010 Fossil Show and Sale

April 5, 2010 - Fossils - by Mark - No Comments

MAPS (Mid-America Paleontological Society) held their annual fossil show and sale in Macomb, IL on March 26 – 28, 2010. I was able to take a number of photos of various fossils. There were not as many insect fossils this year so I did not purchase as much as I […]

Special post for today

April 1, 2010 - Huh? , Technology - by Mark - No Comments

In honor of today, April 1, 2010, I thought it appropriate to include a few words of sage advice. First of all, be carefujl what you ask for – you might get it. Next, make certain you fully understand the implications of the day. I do hope everyone has a […]

Spring Break in Montana

March 22, 2010 - Travel - by Mark - No Comments

These are a few of the photos I took during my recent spring break trip to visit our family in Montana. Had a great visit with everyone and had some wonderful times with our grandsons. I even got a chance to collect some fossil insects and leaves near Drummond. I […]

Lynda.com 1 Year of training

March 6, 2010 - Technology - by Mark - No Comments

For those who are curious, I obtained a Lynda.com account one year ago tomorrow. I just finished viewing some training this morning and have therefore finished one year of training. I have found this to be an invaluable resource. The fact that it is available to meet my schedule is […]

Happy Birthday Abe and Charlie

February 12, 2010 - General - by Mark - No Comments

February 12, 1809 – 201 years ago both Abraham Lincoln and Charles Darwin were born. Thought it was fitting to offer them both a Happy Birthday.

Spring, 2010 semester begins tomorrow

January 18, 2010 - Technology - by Mark - No Comments

As we begin the spring, 2010 semester, I wanted to share a few thoughts with students taking my classes in the web curriculum. First – welcome to class. I am here to help you better understand the material and apply it to real life situations. If you ever have a […]

Helena, MT

January 3, 2010 - Travel - by Mark - No Comments

Shortly after Christmas, 2009, we took a day trip to the area around Helena, MT. It is about a 2 hour drive from home. Keep in mind that most of the photos in this Flickr set were taken within 15 to 20 miles of the state capital. We spent a […]

Belt, Montana

January 2, 2010 - Travel - by Mark - No Comments

These are some photos that I took in the area near where I visited. It was a great Christmas holiday. Thanks to Ben and Lindsay for their hospitality. So much fun to spend time with the grandkids as well. I had a wonderful time. www.flickr.com

It is cold

January 1, 2010 - Travel - by Mark - No Comments

These are some of the photos showing how cold it was on some days. Note the amount of frost and fog that has frozen on various structures. In many cases it was roughly 1/2 inch thick. www.flickr.com

More photos from Montana

December 31, 2009 - Travel - by Mark - No Comments

These are some of the photos that I took as I traveled from Billings to Great Falls, Montana by car since Northwest Airlines dropped me off in Billings instead of where I paid for and took forever to actually arrange for transportation since the airport was closed in Great Falls […]