Either I’m getting older and harder to impress, or the Super Bowl commercials just aren’t what they used to be. Maybe we all have such high expectations of being entertained that nothing less than spectacular will do. At any rate, I do look forward to watching the Super Bowl, mainly for the commercials (and food). … Continue reading Superbowl 2015: #HelloFuture, #BestBuds, #RealStrength, #RunLikeAGirl…#win
#Hashtags done right
Hashtags have become a Twitter staple. They are used in everyday language. My middle schooler's school newspaper's name includes a hashtag. Jimmy Fallon had a hashtag conversation with Justin Timberlake. They are used on television and in news stories....and as a baby name. They are so popular that tweets with hashtags get twice as much … Continue reading #Hashtags done right
The end of free Facebook for brands
Beginning next month, Facebook is removing Page’s updates from user’s news feeds unless Pages pay to boost their posts. They are also threatening to remove any post that is “too promotional” in nature, or “tricks” the user with click bait. These changes are based on user complaints, and have really ticked off brands that have … Continue reading The end of free Facebook for brands
Lessons from Ali
Three months ago, we got a dog. My 11-year old had been begging for one. We made him do research about dogs, attend an animal camp at the local Humane Society, and promise to take care of the dog. I’m a cat person, so I was kind of "against" the dog. But the 11 year … Continue reading Lessons from Ali
Voters against political advertising
This is not a political post, so don’t make it one. I don’t like politics. I don’t like to talk about politics. Half the time, I don’t even understand politics. But what I do know is that it’s the day before Election Day and I’ve received six “robocalls” from political candidates asking for my vote. … Continue reading Voters against political advertising
One Kansas Girl 