My most recent article for the Indianapolis Business Journal dealt (once again) with the infamous Barry Bonds and his record-setting baseball. This time, however, we’re telling the story of Marc Ecko, the fashion-designing baseball fan who purchased the ball for $750,000 and plans to… well, you’ll just have to read the article for that.
I am *not* the Mom…
But I certainly understand where she’s coming from. Another classic example of great creativity; a must-see.
When I grow up, I want to be…
Lily turns seven tomorrow. On the way to school recently we were discussing what she and Jack want to be when they grow up. Not surprisingly, Jack wants to be a spy, like his Dad. Lily, on the other hand, had a different idea.
“I want to be a Vet, Dad. Like Megan’s Mom,” she said.
“That’s a good idea,” I responded. “You’re really going to have to study and get good grades for that.” Thinking about her bossy side, I added, “You know what you should be, Lil? A dictator.”
She got a funny look on her face and asked what a dictator was.
“That’s someone who runs country and tells everyone what to do,” I answered.
She got a far away look on her face for a moment, smiled, and then said, “I could be good at that.”
Warning: I'm About to Toot the Rare Bird Horn
We’ve had some good news this week. The Web Marketing Association has announced the winners of its annual WebAwards and Rare Bird was recognized for four sites, including winning top honors in the shopping category.
From the Association: “With thousands of entries from more than 40 countries, the WebAwards set the standard of excellence for successful web site development.”
Absolutely Perfect…
Sometimes I see something that is such a picture-perfect fit to describe life with kids that, after a brief pang of jealousy (“I wish I’d written that!”) I realize it’s just simply much too good not to share.
[Update: Creative efforts this good need to be properly recognized and I’m happy to report I can help: I’ve located the original author. His name is David Crawford, and he’s also created a better video version that you can access from there. I highly recommend that you stop by, buy the song, and send your best wishes to David.]