Monthly Archives: August 2011

Vittana’s 1,000 Student Summer Bash – August 25th in Seattle

For those in Seattle’s microfinance scene (or looking to get involved), there’s a microfinance event on the 25th of the month worth attending. It’s Vittana’s 1,000 Summer Bash! What: Party to celebrate Vittana funding 1,000 students from around the globe! Where: 2030 First Avenue, Suite 300, Seattle, WA 98121 When: August 25th from 5:30-7:30 Hope to see [...] Continue reading

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Dennis Rodman Inducted into the Hall of Fame

One of the best defenders the NBA has ever seen, Dennis Rodman is now a member of the Hall of Fame. Congrats.

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How Great I Am

And, no, this post is not about me; it’s about you and giving you some inspiration to achieve greatness. Hint: it starts and ends in your mind. Watch this video.

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Matt Damon – You Gotta Love it

Here’s a short video worth watching from one of my favorite actors, Matt Damon. You gotta love Matt Damon for his frankness — the last quote of the clip is Matt saying “Maybe you’re a shitty camera man, I don’t know” after being asked about the 10% of teachers that are “bad”. [via Dominic at MSQRealty]

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Will Smith Life Inspiration

I love this quote: If you’re not making someone else’s life better, you’re wasting your time.” I couldn’t agree more. There are a number of other great nuggets of inspiration in the video – go watch it. [via Stephen Jagger]

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Is America Full of Idiots?

Well, apparently, this country is indeed full of idiots — at least based on the fact that Wal-Mart felt compelled to put this sign up in their store. [via Dominic at MSQRealty]

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On the Move

If you read this blog or know me in person, you know I love to be on the move. On that front, in case you hadn’t heard from Facebook or Twitter, I’ve returned from island life in Saint Thomas and am back in Seattle for awhile. But compared to these guys (3 guys, 44 days, 11 countries, 18 flights, 38 thousand miles), I was never even on the move.. MOVE from Rick Mereki on Vimeo. [via Amber Rae]