There is some great info here about use cases and experiences. Its a good indicator of the mass audiences ability to navigate the web. Boy do they need help! http://www.useit.com/

Last call! Communication Arts design competition for interactive media is coming up. Very cool stuff to review from last year and I am looking forward to the results for 2008. http://www.commarts.com/CA/interactive/

A very good site for resources and news: http://www.aiga.org/. This is a must visit for all designers.

http://designarchives.aiga.org/
Amazing use of technology to inspire. Go find your muse!

Now here is a great gift item at an affordable price. If you like Sirius, now is the time to take advantage of the old version of their portable satellite mp3 recorders. If you are like me and are very lazy about managing your music this is a smart way to stay current and in touch with your old favorite music without the hassle of iTunes and ripping. Best of all is the WiFi access so you never lose the signal.

Amazon has it: Click here for more info.

Its also at Circuit City: Click here for more info.

This is the new SP1 paintballl gun that will not run you a bunch of money. Its great looking, super upgradeable and very well made. Its Smart Parts answer to the Tippmann and its about time. Best part is is only $150! See for yourself here. I must have one!

To pay homage to the Red Sox winning the World Series this year I carved this pumpkin for Halloween. Owen carved his first pumpkin this year and it came out great. Owen was born in 2004 and William my youngest was born this year. Two World Series kids. Wow, what luck for a Boston fan!