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Scottish Cops Learn Difference Between Pot, Tomato Plants

Scottish police apparently can’t tell the difference between tomato plants and pot plants. Which is why they conducted a full-scale raid on 79-year-old Lulu Matheson’s house in Sieldaig, Scotland. It took three squad cars, seven officers and drug dogs several hours of ransacking her house to conclude that the plants they saw in the window – the ones with red, apple-sized balls hanging from them – were not tomatoes after all. To make sure, they sen… Continue

Posted on December 1, 2008 at 8:00am —

Erik Deckers

Boob Job Money Jar Makes a Great Gift, If You're an Idiot

A recent post in Contexts magazine reveals one of the signs of the Apocalypse: A boob job money jar you can purchase on a website. For girls. That's right. You can teach your young daughters fiscal responsibility and artificial self-esteem by getting them this money jar. Or… Continue

Posted on November 29, 2008 at 9:30am — 5 Comments

Erik Deckers

Monty Python Channel Now on YouTube

Monty Python fans rejoice! The creators of the Dead Parrot sketch, the Lunberjack sketch, and the Cheese Shop Sketch now have their very own channel on YouTube. No longer will you have to watch entire episodes on DVD just to get to the best bits. No more sitting through How to Defend Yoursel… Continue

Posted on November 28, 2008 at 4:26pm — 2 Comments

Erik Deckers

How the Lawyers Stole Christmas

The city of Louisville was really quite lucky They are the best town in all of Kentucky. They have city pride, and a great big horse race And a warm friendly feeling, like a hearty embrace. Their mayor had a plan that he liked a lot But some lawyers out west, oh no, they did NOT! They tried to wreck Louisville's whole Christmas season You don’t need to ask why, we all know the reason. They may just be lawyers tr… Continue

Posted on November 28, 2008 at 12:37am — 3 Comments

Erik Deckers

13-Year-Old Boy Arrested for Farting

“Hey kid, what’d they arrest you for?” “I farted during computer class.” A 13-year-old Stuart, Florida boy was arrested -- arrested! -- for farting during computer class. According to a story in the Stuart (Florida) News, the unnamed boy had been continually disrupting class by breaking wind and shutting of his classmates computers. The last person to be arrested… Continue

Posted on November 26, 2008 at 2:30pm — 1 Comment

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How did you hear about Smaller Indiana?
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What is your greatest strength?
A sense of humor. If I can't laugh at what I'm doing, or the absurdities of life, I'd be the guy you read about in the paper the next day -- "He was really quiet, kept to himself a lot. We were all surprised by what happened."
What are you working on?
My very first humorous novel (I'm on Chapter 5 now!), my weekly humor column, and building my freelance writing career. Oh yeah, I have a day job and a family too.
How big is your business?
small company
What is your Job Title
Executive
What is your Company Website?
http://www.vdirect.us
What is your Personal Website?
http://laughing-stalk.blogspot.com
What is your alma mater?
Ball State University
Why join Smaller Indiana? What are you hoping to experience here ?
To meet smart, creative, entrepreneurial people. People who understand the necessity of networking and meeting other like-minded people. People who enjoy Indiana and all that it has to offer. People who will buy me coffee at my favorite coffee shops.

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At 11:42pm on November 24, 2008, Jerry Bennett said…
The Avon Writers Group meets at ten AM the third Saturday of each month at the Avon Library. The location of the library is just north of US36 on State Road 267. We have just published the third edition of Derivatives of Finn, our annual literary publication. Come join us. We have no entry requirements; no rules; no dues. We're not at all choosy
At 11:43am on November 18, 2008, Bronwyn Ware said…
Hi Erik!

Thank you for adding me as a friend!
At 10:49am on November 16, 2008, Henry Howard said…
Hi Erik ... Found your blog off a Twitter link (via Kyle, I think). Good stuff. Looking forward to more posts.
At 9:25pm on November 11, 2008, Kristie Bradford said…
Erik - Great job tonight! Thank you for your help with the sushi selection!
At 4:52pm on November 7, 2008, Noah Coffey said…
How goes the project you won the grant for??
At 4:41pm on November 7, 2008, Anita LeBeau Griggs said…
Hi Erik!

Thanks for the friend request! I've been reading your posts for quite awhile -- very enjoyable, enlightening & often times amusing!

Anita
At 10:07pm on November 4, 2008, Andrew Ball said…
Hey Erik,
did you get to take Stuart McClean to your favorite breaded tenderloin place? I read your piece on his performance and your interview but didn't see that you had the opportunity to take him to an Indiana institution. Dang!
At 8:47pm on November 4, 2008, Sarah Fortson, AIA said…
Hi Erik,

I haven't been to the Fishers Chamber lately have you? I finally put my picture up! See you around.
At 9:13am on October 31, 2008, Erin Sweeney said…
Hello and thanks, Erik!!
At 5:44pm on October 30, 2008, Ginger Kreitl said…
Erik,

Thank you so much for writing me back! I really appreciate your help in getting me connected to people you know in HR. I will email you my resume right now. Thanks again for helping me out in my job search!

Ginger
 
 

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Nicki Laycoax

Social Media Etiquette 1 Reply

I just found this blog entry on social media etiquette. It's got some pretty good tips and I thought I'd share it. After reading, if you have any additional pointers, feel free to include them! 1....

Tagged: tips, etiquette, media, social

Started by Nicki Laycoax in Education. Last reply by David Mark 5 hours ago.

Annie Hernandez

Rockstar Social Networking Designer-Programmer Wanted! 2 Replies

We are in the process of starting a social networking site for nonprofits in rural Illinois...and are interested in finding an experienced, motivated designer-programmer in Drupal, Joomla or phpsym...

Tagged: symphony, php, joomla, drupal

Started by Annie Hernandez in Classifieds - Help Wanted. Last reply by Will Hardison 6 hours ago.

Tracey Bates

Inside Sales - Lead Generator for Biotech Firm

I am working on an Inside Sales Position - Lead Generator position for one of my Biotech Clients. It is a great opportunity for someone with 1+ years of experience in sales. Preference given to Bio...

Tagged: job, career, chemistry, biology, sales

Started by Tracey Bates in Classifieds - Help Wanted 10 hours ago.

NealTaflinger

Does anyone know what Indy.com the Magazine is? 6 Replies

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Started by NealTaflinger in Questions and Answers. Last reply by Danielle Smith 3 hours ago.

Angel Morales

Seeking a WebMaster for immediate opportunity

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Started by Angel Morales in Classifieds - Help Wanted 14 hours ago.

John Krull

Systems Administrator Needed!

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Tagged: technical, IT, career, job

Started by John Krull in Classifieds - Help Wanted 14 hours ago.

Pat Coyle

Will Facebook Group help Smaller Indiana grow? 13 Replies

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Emily Myers

Know any fabulous women? It's time for the fifth annual Torchbearer Awards: Indiana's Salute to Women

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Started by Emily Myers in Events for the creative class 16 hours ago.

Jack Kirkland

Live Music for your Christmas Party

How about having a live piano/keyboard player playing Christmas Carols during your Business or Home Christmas Party? I play all types of songs - Secular and Sacred. I have my own keyboard and speak...

Tagged: Parties, Reception, Party, Keyboard, Piano

Started by Jack Kirkland in Classifieds - blatant self promotion 1 day ago.

Lorin Lambert

Virtual Assistant - Would you or your company use one? 3 Replies

An acquaintance of mine suggested I look into becoming a virtual assistant. He felt that with the skill and experience I have, I could definitely excel at doing something like this. I wanted to po...

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Larry Welke

Indiana Filmmakers activity

I'm new to the group and would like to become an active member. Where do I go to get information on meetings, activities, organization, etc.

Started by Larry Welke in Face to Face meetings and encounters 1 day ago.

A Brewster Smythe

Seeking Walkability Advocates: What's Your Community Score?

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Tagged: planning, community, building, city, scores

Started by A Brewster Smythe in Events for the creative class 1 day ago.

Cissi Sherlock

For the sake of NOSTALGIA! 1 Reply

Here's a little quiz to see how much you remember about some less-than-important things from a few decades back. It's just for fun. Even the wrong answers may bring back a memory or two. Have Fun (...

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Graduate Student seeking Multimedia Position in Indianapolis

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Started by Matt Wohlstadter in Classifieds - New Graduates Seeking First Jobs (2008) Nov 29.

Serra Head

Finding a place to play in the winter. 2 Replies

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Steve Stuck

Indiana Loses $1.5 Billion Coal Project 9 Replies

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Michael Reynolds

Beautiful Office Space Available on the North Side 1 Reply

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Sarah Brown

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Christopher Allen

Opinions on Indiana's Interstate Airline Commerce 2 Replies

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Tagged: commerce, airline, interstate, indiana, airlines

Started by Christopher Allen in Events for the creative class. Last reply by Christopher Allen Nov 29.

Pat Coyle

Are you spending money or quality time on Black Friday? 8 Replies

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