This weekend is the first annual Austin Rock and Swap. This event will be filled with getting new to you clothes, cupcakes, music and more. Just bring 10 gently used clothes for entry. In return you will get to pick out 10 newish clothes, a chance to hear great music and free cupcake samples. The Cupcake Bar is donating the samples, yummy! The event is Saturday... [Read more...]
I’m a major Sci-Fi fan. I saw “Avatar” the day of its release and it was a good movie with a somewhat simple and predictable story line. After hearing some people debate what were the top 5 Sci-Fi movies of all time, I decided to make my own. I know this list is going to stir some debate but what the hell. Here is my Top 10 Sci-Fi movies all... [Read more...]
Has anyone heard of a lock and key event, or been to one? No, it's not a Locksmith Convention. Specifically for singles and happening in major cities across the US, Lock and Key Events are the hottest new rage. It's a great way to make new friends...and maybe even get a date or two or three... Find out more about the upcoming Austin Lock and Key Event... [Read more...]
Did you get any hot, new tech gadgets for Christmas? If not, don't despair. Maybe the coolest thing you would have wanted wasn't even on the market at Christmas.... but it might be now. The latest in tech is being unveiled this week at the Consumer Electronics Show. Here's what's hot. Read More →
Returning to Austin in March, The Phantom of the Opera is the tragic story of a young chorus girl, Christine - a young talented singer who, with the right training, could become world famous. While rehearsing at the Opera Populaire, where weird and unexplainable things happen, she captures the attention and the heart of The Phantom, or as the Opera Populaire... [Read more...]
... College Football ends tonight. Tonight's BCS Championship game between the Texas Longhorns and Alabama Crimson Tide is being built up as one of the best BCS bowl games in recent years. And, we're all hoping the Longhorns will not disappoint, as they proceed to stomp the Tide. Who's your pick? And why? I guess you've figured out mine. An expert breaks... [Read more...]
Limit Distractions, Increase Productivity and Reduce Workplace Stress
Posted on January 6, 2010 By jgrey (Edit) Leave a Comment
I work in a somewhat open environment.... as in, I don't have my own private, corner office with a marbled luxury restroom or wet bar. For the most part, my co-workers are all quite lovely and enhance the work place with their loveliness. But, like in any office, there's always going to be one or two office mates who just don't fit that mold, and as a result,... [Read more...]
Hey neighbors… anyone having a BCS Bowl Game Watching Party? I have a suggestion….. let’s get a group together and hoof it over to one of the Alamo Theaters… they’re airing it. What a great venue to watch Texas STOMP Alabama! Check out the calendar for the various locations here. Read More →
A new year usually gives me the urge to do new things around my apartment too. Especially, since I had to take down some things, rearrange some things and even get rid of some things, to make room for all the holiday decor. With all the decorations now put away, I have a somewhat cleaned-off canvass to work with. Besides, the same decorating scheme in an apartment... [Read more...]
It’s the New Year and we all try to make some type of change for the year to come. What are some of your New Year’s Resolutions? The resolutions that you had last year, did you follow through with them? If you need help with making your list of resolutions, here is a "Top 10 List" to get you started. Share with us how you spent New Year’s Eve. Happy... [Read more...]
