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Work has been picking up. We are in an interesting phase for Vertical Response (thanks Matt G. for the recommendation). I applied for those 10,000 free monthly email blasts and we got a response rather quickly. That built some momentum at CCTPG California Community Technology Policy Group), because afterwards I worked on a layout for our newsletter. I've been working on our website's site map and wireframe using Microsoft Visio, ooooo.

Also, about three weeks ago, I was able to make it to an event put on by the Pat Brown Institute of Public Affairs. The topic for discussion was “Technology and the Future of Civic Engagement.” We met some interesting people at this event.

Webinars: I hope to apply to the Drupal and the website securities webinar from NTEN. I think today is the deadline to apply for IST funds for the Drupal webinar, because the webinar will be put on exactly 2 weeks from now.

I am looking forward to the CTCnet Conference and seeing as many CTC VISTAS as possible. The three CCTPG staff have signed up for the conference (including me). So I hope to see you all soon!

On other Non-related work issues: it seems like my foodstamps are on hold. But I will try to clear that up as soon as I can. This past weekend, my brother and I went to Mexicali, Mexico for Las Fiestas del Sol (it’s like a huge city fair). This means I have been able to save some money from my stipends (keep in mind I have no car and I live with 5 other people, jeje). So, I am thankful for CCTPG that they have been able to cover my transportation costs. I usually grocery shop after work or in the weekends, todo a pie.

One last fun one: Halloween costume: Octagon Mask (only), which I bought while in Mexicali. Octagon was my favorite Mexican Luchador from the AAA league.

Comment from Josh King on October 27, 2008 - 5:26pm

Hey Ed,

That's a kickass costume. I'm still trying to find the parts for my mad-scientist costume. I'm pretty good on the scientist part, but how to make it truly mad? There's a DrupalCon coming up in March that I'm going to post about. It's in D.C., but if your organization might sponsor you maybe you might want to go...?
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In Solidarity,
Josh King
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CTC*VISTA Leader