Ok here it is my evaluation of using Twitter as a content generation tool for websites and BLOGS.
I have been using twitter now for almost a year to upload content to this BLOG. At first it was cool to being able to upload 140 characters to my BLOG so that visitors could see that I was mowing the lawn, painting the garage, or even fishing. But it soon lost its luster because the limit of 140 characters to supply quality and interesting content, and I might add – no graphic uploads either. Who wants to know that I am carving a relief carving without seeing a picture of it.
**** BORING*****
So there you have it, my evaluation of why Twitter stinks as a content generation tool. But I see the place where it would be interesting to know if your favorite singer or actor is using the restroom, taking a nap, or eating dinner and Twitter allows you to check up on your BFF to see what they are doing.
Well my twitter uploads will be removed today, (They were boring anyway) and I will begin focusing on woodcarving and more interesting technologies.

Here is a very interesting time lapse video of carving the classic Grapes and Leaves pattern

Hope you enjoyed!

WordPress has recently release version 3.0.

My experience in upgrading from WordPress 2.92 to verson 3.0 was painless. I used the automatic update and within 60 seconds it had successfully completed.
I have reviewed my sites and as far as I can see there are no issues with site graphics or content layout.

Post your experiences with upgrading to WordPress 3.0 here.

The following article about carving knives is from the pages of www.deepwoodventrues.com, where you can find more interesting information regarding carving knifes and carving in general.

Woodcarvers are on a constant search for the perfect carving knife. In that search, they sometimes ask me which is better, a forged knife or a ground stock removal knife?

» Continue reading “Hand Forged or Ground from Flat Stock? Which is a better knife?”

Hello everyone,
I apologize for not keeping this BLOG updated and I promise to try harder this summer to keep content current and up to date with me and the family and my carvings. But things have been very hectic as of late.

The big news is that I started back to school at Indiana Wesleyan University in January. I enrolled in their LEAP program which will allow me to complete my studies in Business Information Systems. This will give me that long overdue Bachelor’s degree. » Continue reading “Back to School!”

Today, it was made official that East Central Opportunities Inc. / Prep4 Business Solutions will be shutting down operations.

I have been employed by ECO for just over 10 years as the IT Director, or more commonly called the “IT Guy”. As the IT guy for ECO I was responsible for all technology systems and data reporting. When ECO had the contract to manage the WorkOne offices in Region 6 (Rush, Fayette, Wayne, Randolphh, Delaware, Henry, Jay, and Blackford Indiana counties) I built and managed a 10 location wide area network and actively outsourced my IT experiences and website development skills to other organizations as well.
» Continue reading “Hartzell Technology Group is active again”

Over the last few years I have seen a real public shift from a focus on computer hardware to an almost overwhelming fascination over applications. I give credit to this shift to the cell phone. Since cell phones have evolved from a flip talk device to a miniature computer used for personal online browsing, e-mail, calendaring, tracking oil changes, and ordering pizza. » Continue reading “Computer Hardware- Just not as important”

Chip Carving

Chip carving is a simple process but gives a complex yet elegant look to your project. I have always been intrigued how chip carvers maintain that constant uniformity in their designs. In searching the internet I ran across the website my chip carving where I discovered a down to earth teaching video on how to hold the chip carving knifes and more.
So if you are intrested in learning how to chip carving I recommend going to www.mychipcarving.com

Deepwoods Venture hand forges the best carving knifes I have used.

The best and most affordable carving tool is one that will be around for years to come. That is what you get when you order a carving knife from Deepwoods Ventures. These hand forged tools and unique maple burl handles are build to last a lifetime and then possibly the lifetime of your grandchildren as well. » Continue reading “The best woodcarving knifes I have used.”

This bear was one of the first club projects that we tackled. It was great fun discussing this project in our group.
The Jayland carving club meets every Wednesday night at 6PM at the jay County Community Center.

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