Colorado Artificial Turf 2770 Arapahoe Rd Ste 1030-132, Lafayette, CO 80026 (720) 571-1610
Colorado Artificial Turf
2770 Arapahoe Rd Ste 1030-132,
Lafayette, CO 80026
(720) 571-1610
Ten years ago when someone would think of the Republican party, "web savvy" and "grassroots" would not be words that come to mind. I remember George W. Bush showcasing his tech ignorance when he used the term "internets" in the 2000 presidential campaign and most famously during the 2004 presidential debates. During the 2008 campaign, John McCain admitted he never felt the need to use email. It's easy to see why Republicans have been caricatured as a party of old men out of touch with the technology.
In 2000, the term "grassroots" would not be a commonly used word to describe conservatives. Grassroots campaigning belonged to the progressive Democratic party. The Democratic party has always been branded as the party of the common man and political activist. From Vietnam to the Iraqi war, the progressives were the ones organizing at a community level and protesting for or against a cause.
How that has all changed. In 2010, it's not a Democrat who is the most effective at leveraging the power of the web and social media, it's a Republican - Sarah Palin. When she tweets or posts on Facebook, it's a national news story. She posts a message about "death panels" during the health care debate and it's part of the national discourse.
The Republicans' brand as a party of rich, country club fat cats who only donate money and don't personally volunteer has also changed. When the tea party first came out, people like Nancy Pelosi would brand the movement as "astro turf" and really just an artificial movement funded by special interest. That has turned out not to be the case. Love or hate them, the tea party is a national force that will have major impact on the 2012 presidential election.
Brands can evolve over time. As a small business owner, one should complete a SWOT analysis of their own company. S (Strengths) W (Weaknesses) O (Opportunities) and T (Threats). When you're a start up, a common weakness listed can be " clients view us as inexperienced." That may be a component of your brand when you start out, but it can be quickly be part of the past as you effectively build brand awareness and solidify a position in the market. Just think of the political parties and how their brand positions can change.
Time is flying by, I feel like, I just accepted the fact that summer was over. Now, I have to agree to play nice with winter. Ugh, I despise winter. Maybe it is because you are limited in what you can do, unless you are a snow person. I am a snow person to the extent of admiring it from the window. The sun sets sooner, and you feel that you are racing the clock to get things done. Whereas in the summer,lady leisure is the co-pilot.
Last night, I took my youngest son to karate and for a moment I lingered outside. The dojo sits by the West River in Vermont, and looking out over the water it seemed very still, as though it was too accepting that winter was coming. The Canadian geese noisily announcing their departure and the smell of a distant woodstove all confirmed my suspicions.
During the winter, I love to make dishes that warm the heart and soul. Soups, stews and chili's, hit the spot when it is chilly outside. I love to fill the house with the smells of winter, apple pie, chicken soup and fresh baked rolls. What I need to do, is try and learn to cook for just 4 people and not 14. I have been trying for 25 years, to tone it down, to no avail. I hope my sons have lots of children and manage to bring their brood to my house, because let me tell you, I have eating covered. Or I open a soup kitchen, and be content for life. I gotta play more Mega Bucks.
Thinking about what soup, I wanted to share was tough, because I have so many favorites. Where I work, I get requests all the time. The top five are Clam Chowder, Chicken and Dumpling, Chicken Corn Chowder, Italian Wedding and Broccoli Cheddar. So I thought that during the course, of when and if, I become a great cookbook writer, I would try to share all of them with you. Perhaps you have a better way, or maybe you have a great soup,stew or chili that you would like me to share with the world. I am here, waiting for that knock at the door.
I remember when I was living in Alaska, and working at Charley's Restaurant, the chambermaids knew way more about cuisine than me, at the tender age of 21. This was the first time, I heard of fish head soup, I kid you not. These ladies that cleaned the rooms of the Ingersoll Hotel, on the island of Ketchikan, Alaska were serious, when they asked me for the heads of the salmon that I filleted. You know what?, 20 years later, I would sprint back to that moment and ask what,why,when, and how. I was young, very engrossed in myself. All I have to say is, Darn it!, wish I knew then, what I know now. I was very blessed to have been apart of filleting 50 plus pound salmon, or helping my boss fillet a 200 pound halibut. Seafood in those parts are just ginormous. There is no reasonable excuse for the seafood that one pulls out of the water. I miss that. I also miss the laid-back attitude of my western friends. Everyone is in such a freaking hurry here. Hurry up it is winter? Do you see the insanity in that?
So in these parts, Chowder is as important as Reindeer sausage in the Pacific Northwest. A good chowder defines a establishment. Imagine the pressure one might feel? I have the pleasure of being from a really New England family. My Mom's mom was swimming in New Englandish. In fact, I can remember laying on her living room floor and watching, depending on the year, the Red Soxs,the Patriots, the Celtics, and the Bruins. Her garage was even adorned with lawn chairs, TV and astro turf. Those who were too vocal about a game, were sent to the garage. No heat and black and white TV. Funny, my Grandma would roll over in her grave if she knew I was a Yankee Fan.
2770 Arapahoe Rd Ste 1030-132,
Lafayette, CO 80026
(720) 571-1610
Ten years ago when someone would think of the Republican party, "web savvy" and "grassroots" would not be words that come to mind. I remember George W. Bush showcasing his tech ignorance when he used the term "internets" in the 2000 presidential campaign and most famously during the 2004 presidential debates. During the 2008 campaign, John McCain admitted he never felt the need to use email. It's easy to see why Republicans have been caricatured as a party of old men out of touch with the technology.
In 2000, the term "grassroots" would not be a commonly used word to describe conservatives. Grassroots campaigning belonged to the progressive Democratic party. The Democratic party has always been branded as the party of the common man and political activist. From Vietnam to the Iraqi war, the progressives were the ones organizing at a community level and protesting for or against a cause.
How that has all changed. In 2010, it's not a Democrat who is the most effective at leveraging the power of the web and social media, it's a Republican - Sarah Palin. When she tweets or posts on Facebook, it's a national news story. She posts a message about "death panels" during the health care debate and it's part of the national discourse.
The Republicans' brand as a party of rich, country club fat cats who only donate money and don't personally volunteer has also changed. When the tea party first came out, people like Nancy Pelosi would brand the movement as "astro turf" and really just an artificial movement funded by special interest. That has turned out not to be the case. Love or hate them, the tea party is a national force that will have major impact on the 2012 presidential election.
Brands can evolve over time. As a small business owner, one should complete a SWOT analysis of their own company. S (Strengths) W (Weaknesses) O (Opportunities) and T (Threats). When you're a start up, a common weakness listed can be " clients view us as inexperienced." That may be a component of your brand when you start out, but it can be quickly be part of the past as you effectively build brand awareness and solidify a position in the market. Just think of the political parties and how their brand positions can change.
Time is flying by, I feel like, I just accepted the fact that summer was over. Now, I have to agree to play nice with winter. Ugh, I despise winter. Maybe it is because you are limited in what you can do, unless you are a snow person. I am a snow person to the extent of admiring it from the window. The sun sets sooner, and you feel that you are racing the clock to get things done. Whereas in the summer,lady leisure is the co-pilot.
Last night, I took my youngest son to karate and for a moment I lingered outside. The dojo sits by the West River in Vermont, and looking out over the water it seemed very still, as though it was too accepting that winter was coming. The Canadian geese noisily announcing their departure and the smell of a distant woodstove all confirmed my suspicions.
During the winter, I love to make dishes that warm the heart and soul. Soups, stews and chili's, hit the spot when it is chilly outside. I love to fill the house with the smells of winter, apple pie, chicken soup and fresh baked rolls. What I need to do, is try and learn to cook for just 4 people and not 14. I have been trying for 25 years, to tone it down, to no avail. I hope my sons have lots of children and manage to bring their brood to my house, because let me tell you, I have eating covered. Or I open a soup kitchen, and be content for life. I gotta play more Mega Bucks.
Thinking about what soup, I wanted to share was tough, because I have so many favorites. Where I work, I get requests all the time. The top five are Clam Chowder, Chicken and Dumpling, Chicken Corn Chowder, Italian Wedding and Broccoli Cheddar. So I thought that during the course, of when and if, I become a great cookbook writer, I would try to share all of them with you. Perhaps you have a better way, or maybe you have a great soup,stew or chili that you would like me to share with the world. I am here, waiting for that knock at the door.
I remember when I was living in Alaska, and working at Charley's Restaurant, the chambermaids knew way more about cuisine than me, at the tender age of 21. This was the first time, I heard of fish head soup, I kid you not. These ladies that cleaned the rooms of the Ingersoll Hotel, on the island of Ketchikan, Alaska were serious, when they asked me for the heads of the salmon that I filleted. You know what?, 20 years later, I would sprint back to that moment and ask what,why,when, and how. I was young, very engrossed in myself. All I have to say is, Darn it!, wish I knew then, what I know now. I was very blessed to have been apart of filleting 50 plus pound salmon, or helping my boss fillet a 200 pound halibut. Seafood in those parts are just ginormous. There is no reasonable excuse for the seafood that one pulls out of the water. I miss that. I also miss the laid-back attitude of my western friends. Everyone is in such a freaking hurry here. Hurry up it is winter? Do you see the insanity in that?
So in these parts, Chowder is as important as Reindeer sausage in the Pacific Northwest. A good chowder defines a establishment. Imagine the pressure one might feel? I have the pleasure of being from a really New England family. My Mom's mom was swimming in New Englandish. In fact, I can remember laying on her living room floor and watching, depending on the year, the Red Soxs,the Patriots, the Celtics, and the Bruins. Her garage was even adorned with lawn chairs, TV and astro turf. Those who were too vocal about a game, were sent to the garage. No heat and black and white TV. Funny, my Grandma would roll over in her grave if she knew I was a Yankee Fan.
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