My First Business Newsletter!

The first newsletter for Creative Assistants is published! You can view and also sign up for the newsletter at:
http://creativeassistants.icontact.com/

Take a look and let me know your feedback!

Pictures!

We just got back from a nice (but short!) vacation to California - San Diego and LA. See the pictures at http://www.flickr.com/photos/51691381@N00/... (other pics there too)

Baha'i House of Worship voted 1 of 7 Wonders of Illinois

It’s official! Baha'i House of Worship voted 1 of 7 Wonders of Illinois

I've been to the House of Worship 3 times now and am in awe each time. This is a beautiful building to visit and the gardens are a welcome respite from the city bustle. Regardless of your religious beliefs you will find the gardens and temple the pefect place for meditation, prayer and getting closer to God.

Also check out these media coverage links:

http://www.enjoyillinois.com/sevenwonders/ (play the video!)

http://tinyurl.com/yozjc2

http://cbs2chicago.com/local/local_story_120184119.html

http://www.myfoxchicago.com/myfox/pages/InsideFox/Detail?contentId=3067162&version=1&locale=ENUS&layoutCode=VSTY&pageId=5.2.1

http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/chi-ap-il-sevenwonders,1,1600798.story?coll=chi-news-ed&ctrack=1&cset=true

http://www.enjoyillinois.com/sevenwonders/chicagoland.html

A Daily Puppy!

Need a pick-me-up? It's impossible not to smile when you visit The Daily Puppy...

Important Outlook Update - Daylight Savings Time!

Did you know that the start & stop dates for Daylight Savings Time are changing beginning this year? I had forgotten myself!

DST begins March 11 this year and if you're using Microsoft Outlook, you need to follow the steps below to make sure your calendar doesn't go haywire!

1. Manually run Windows Update and install the optional update labeled KB928388.
- Open Internet Explorer. Go to Tools, Windows Updates, Click the "Custom" button, wait for it to do it's thing, click on "Software-Optional" on the left side of the screen, look for and check the box next to "Update for Windows XP (KB928388)". Click "Install Updates"on the upper left side of the window, then click the "Install Updates" button near the center-top of the window. It may take a few minutes.

2) Then you'll need to download and install the Outlook Time Zone Update Tool available at http://tinyurl.com/29q344 (if you neglect this step, you'll find all meetings from March 11 through April 1 are off by an hour!)

Here's a link to the Microsoft article for detailed information. It is highly recommended that you read this article. http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=931667

Congress, U.N. committee condemn Iran’s persecution of Baha’is

Many thanks to all the Senators and Congressmen who helped pass these 2 bills!

Congress, U.N. committee condemn Iran’s persecution of Baha’is

Unique Gifts - or just a chuckle for your day!

Yep, it's that time of year again. Time to search for that ever-eluding perfect gift for a family member or friend. While scouring the internet for ideas, here's a fun site that offers some ideas that could be perfect for some of my unique loved ones:

Perpetual Kid - Unique Gifts to Entertain Your Inner Child