Author Archives: tomdwyer

Should Business and Politics Mix?

Posted on March 22, 2017 by tomdwyer

One of our clients didn’t think so, but here’s Tom’s view… When a client recently asked about our “#NotNormal-RESIST!” bumper stickers, we told her they “were in protest of the new administrations irregular behaviour”. It didn’t sit well. “Politics has … Continue reading →

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The Best Turks are the Young Turks

Posted on March 22, 2017 by tomdwyer

The best news you aren’t watching… but everyone else is The Founders thought the Press important enough to protect it in the Constitution, while Donald Trump calls it the “enemy of the people”. Who to believe? There’s truth in both … Continue reading →

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Keith Tuckers Toon for Feb-Mar 2017

Posted on March 22, 2017 by tomdwyer

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Chicken Portobello Lasagna

Posted on March 22, 2017 by tomdwyer

If lasagna isn’t your favorite food we bet it’s at least in the top 10. If it’s possible to get tired of ground beef, cheese, more cheese, and tomato sauce then Drew is ready to ride to your rescue. His … Continue reading →

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“In Our America” signs are available In Our Shop!

Posted on March 22, 2017 by tomdwyer

Comment of the Month This month’s comment comes from the “What can we do to improve?” section of our Post-Service Feedback Cards. Client Timmi B. said… “My car is under warranty but if it needs repair … Continue reading →

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Pacifying the Digital Natives

Posted on March 22, 2017 by tomdwyer

Maybe it’s just the Future we’ll have to live with… people connected to their phones and computers, not as a luxury, but as a necessity. The number of people who remember a world without computers is dwindling every day, leaving … Continue reading →

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“Dereliction of Duty” by H.R. McMaster

Posted on March 22, 2017 by tomdwyer

One of President Trump’s most interesting staff picks has been General H.R. McMaster to replace General Michael Flynn as National Security Advisor. McMaster has received a generally warm reception from both sides of the aisle, and has been referred to … Continue reading →

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The April Fools’ Pranks You’ll Absolutely Need

Posted on March 22, 2017 by tomdwyer

April Fool’s Day is this Saturday. No, really! Don’t go into a battle of wits unarmed… prepare yourself with these pranks! 31 of the Best Office Pranks & Practical Jokes to Pull on Your Work Buddies– HubSpot 10 Amazing … Continue reading →

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Popcorn Shorts for Feb-Mar 2017

Posted on March 22, 2017 by tomdwyer

Just like it says, Popcorn Shorts is about the kind of things we think are really interesting, but don’t really need a large article to explain them. From the sublime to the ridiculous, check in here for crunchy bits of … Continue reading →

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Sit Down. Shut Up.

Posted on March 22, 2017 by tomdwyer

The Legislative push to keep you quiet. And Compliant. Republicans greeted the election of Barack Obama with the wise counsel and universal respect necessary to give his agenda a fair chance to succeed. Of course that’s horse puckey; they proudly … Continue reading →