I have mentioned before that I am into genealogy and I may have mentioned that my husband and I have published some family histories.  Here's another important contribution to the world of genealogy - electronic data.

Celebrate Electronic Records Day – 10.10.15

What is Electronic Records Day?

E-records Day is a day to raise awareness among government agencies, related professional organizations, the general public and other stakeholders about the crucial role electronic records play in our world.

Why does it matter?

With the increasing reliance on information technology, the challenge to manage, preserve, and provide access to digital records and information continues to grow. Managing electronic records is an urgent issue!

Electronic records are subject to changes in software and hardware that can leave them virtually inaccessible after just a few years, if not monitored.

Electronic records require proactive management. The best time to plan for electronic records preservation is at the time records are created, rather than when software is being replaced or a project is ending.

Electronic records should be evaluated according to their information content, not their format, and be subject to the same retention schedules and public records requirements as physical records.

Paper records stored in good conditions can be read centuries afterwards; electronic records, however, can become unreadable very quickly, without proper management and care.

Change of ownership

I saw this today but evidently posted yesterday.   I wonder how this will change things for the designers that teach only and order less frequently.   John (the previous owner) often override his staff's decisions if he thought his company messed up vs the client.  He certainly helped me a great deal when threads went missing last year.


It is with excitement that Benjamin Ravan, CEO of Fleur de Paris announces his recent acquisition of Rainbow Gallery, effective October 1, 2015. Benjamin’s experience in the field over the last 40 years ensures that the renowned line of specialty yarns will be in good hands moving forward.
Rainbow Gallery will continue to operate as its own entity as Daniel Ravan, Benjamin’s son, will work alongside Sally London and complement her superb customer service and knowledge of the industry and this beloved brand.
We would like to thank John Schatteles for his contribution to the industry and wish him the best of luck and happiness in his retirement.
We can assure you that the quality and excellent customer service that you have become accustomed to will go unchanged. The transition period will be seamless for all our customers and partners.

updates

September has been super busy!   Far too many things going on, yet I managed small bits of time to stitch.  after all, it is my sanity saver.

I did manage to finish two items - both Christmas trees.  One started anew and one almost done.

 The start.

As yo can tell, The gold star is no longer there.  When I found the star button, the gold got ripped out.

This one was done except for the star and the beads.   So got out my beads and finished it.

I have started another piece or two.  I never seem to be able to do one at a time.  I probably have at least a dozen in progress right now.  I'm not sure that I really want to count them.

Have a great Monday!

Gold Star Families Day

September 27

show your support of Gold Star Mothers on September 27, 2015. Raise a glass and give a toast to the Women and families that lost their parent, son or daughter in combat.  Raise awareness by sharing your experience on social media by tagging @goldstartoast and using #goldstartoast on photos and posts. 

International Literacy Day

International Literacy Day



I think this means I can do a book report!

As of 31 August 2015, I have read   65 books in 2015, which adds up to be 20,241 pages.

HAPPY LABOR DAY !