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My Christmas Wish List

Diamonds? Chocolate? Gift cards? Nope. Well, actually, yes … but those gifts aren’t the focus of this particular wish list.

These gifts are a copywriter’s/marketing professional’s/blogger’s/geeky girl’s dream … so what are you waiting for? Click the link and find out what I want for Christmas.

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The Time to Give: Some Ideas for Online Charity Throughout the Holidays

Since the season is upon us I wanted to take a break from our regular subject matter and talk about different ways you can use the Internet for charity for the holidays. Certainly, all charities need our generosity more than ever. Maybe this is the year to stop sending fruitcakes and instead make donations in the names of your friends and loved ones. In this post we’ll take a look at some of the best online giving on the Internet. (more…)

Riding the Wave: Initial Thoughts on Google Wave

Google Wave Main Page

Google Wave Main Page

Last Wednesday was a day like no other. I woke up, drove to work, pulled open my personal Gmail account and – whoa. I found myself reading the subject line that any true geek has wanted to read since May 2009: “Your invitation to preview Google Wave.”

I don’t remember much after that specific moment – though, I’m pretty sure a lot of screaming, dancing and crying were involved. What I do know is that I now am privileged to be part of the select (I like the term ‘elite’) beta test group for a service that is so revolutionary, it could very well change the way we use the Internet forever.

After the jump, you’ll find all of the answers to the questions you’ve been dying to ask about Google Wave – even if the question is just “What the heck is it?” (more…)

Approved for Print! Now What? Ten Steps for Sending a Project to Print.

You might think these words would be music to every designer’s ears. But this process can sometimes be a little stressful in making sure that no detail is overlooked.

Below are the steps that I use when prepping files for print: (more…)

Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities Publishes Its Fall Magazine

GCDD_CVRFall09lowresO’Neill Communications is proud to create the editorial content, design and layout for the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities quarterly magazine Making a Difference.  This issue focused on the health care debate, the recovery and reinvestment act and the accessibility of Georgia tourist attractions. (more…)

I Heart the iPhone – Top Apps for Designers

I have to admit that I’m still not convinced that the iPhone isn’t a huge conspiracy from bosses all over the world to trick their employees into doing more work. But with its sleek design and endless apps, it’s this designer’s dream. (more…)

Super Bowl Advertising

Even for Americans who could care less about football, most of us are united every Super Bowl Sunday by one to two things – the half-time show and the commercials.

For those of us who remember the Justin Timberlake / Janet Jackson “wardrobe malfunction,” this year saw Bruce Springsteen … um,  slide into the homes of America. General consensus seems to be that he rocked it out, though.

General consensus also seems to be that advertising this year was dull. We had everything from the most-watched ad, Danica Patrick for GoDaddy.com, to Ed McMahon and MC Hammer wanting your gold

Patrick Scullion over at his blog, The Lint Screen, has a good wrap-up of all Super Bowl commercials.

What was your favorite (and least favorite!) commercial this year? Did you think they were a bit … dull? And, maybe the most important question … how do you feel about Bruce Springsteen sliding into your living room?

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