It's been a while since I've updated things on here.  I was on vacation in New Orleans for a little while to celebrate my birthday, and I was swamped with client work.  Now that things have calmed down a little bit, I'm happy to announce that I will be putting a collection of short stories up for sale on LuLu within the next month.  The short stories included in this collection are:
  • Fireflies and Mice
  • Woodson Park
  • Max
  • Hugs
  • Annie's Blind Date
  • Not Van Gogh
  • The Language Collector
  • Blood Lake
  • Marguerite and Me
  • Not Van Gogh
  • Indier Gray
  • Leslie's Deal
  • Santa's Cheezborgers
  • Welcome Home
  • The Man on the Bus
  • and Sector 46
You will recognize some of these from fiction Friday exercises I have done on this website - the stories in the collection will be complete.  Look for more announcements about Santa's Cheezborgers and Other Stories here soon.

In addition to working on this collection of short stories, I published many articles on Bright Hub.  Here is a sampling of some of the most recent articles published:

  • Microsoft Excel Games Playing games with Microsoft Excel - a spreadsheet program? Is this even possible? Not only is it possible, but it's even fun! Read on to find what games are available for you to play on Microsoft Excel.

  • Quick Reference Guide for MS Word 2007 This article serves as a quick reference for users of MS Word 2007. Find out how to use shortcut keys and buttons to make your word processing tasks a cinch.

  • Getting Started With Microsoft Outlook So you've been looking for a program that will track your tasks, appointments and corral your email. While many different programs promise to perform the same duties, Microsoft Outlook is still one of the most widely used Personal Information Managers (PIMs). Learn how to get the most from it here

  • How to Setup MS Outlook in Windows Vista This article discusses the steps for you to complete when setting up MS Outlook in Windows Vista. Topics include installing the program, configuring your email, and getting the program to do what you'd like it to do.

  • A Review of Ubidesk This article reviews the project management software, Ubidesk. Is this program for you and your company? Find out by reading this article.

  • Balancing Art and Science in Project Management Is project management more of an art or is it more of a science? Find out here

  • Common Project Management Charts This article lists and describes some of the common charts used in project management. Learn about what charts can help you to plan your projects by reading further.

  • Understanding Basic Project Management Formulas What are some of the common formulas used in project management? Find out by reading this article.

  • Where to Find Project Management Clipart If you're preparing a presentation or demonstration, you may want to jazz it up with some clipart relating to project management. What are some of the best online sources for PM clipart? Find out by reading this article.

  • How PM Skills Help in Other Jobs What are some of the ways that project management skills can prove valuable in other jobs? In today's world, getting certified in project management (or having a degree for that matter) does not necessarily mean that you will end up working in that field. Find out how PM skills can help your job.

This week, in addition to writing more Bright Hub articles, I am also working on a chapter on finding a life partner, articles for an up-and coming website, and two interviews with authors for the official launch issue of Equanimity Magazine (a great magazine for those of you who want to be inspired, motivated, and challenged!)  All in all, it will be a busy yet rewarding week. 

What are you working on this week?