Web 2.0 and the Iowa government

I was pleased to read an article in the DM Register highlighting all the web 2.0 tools that our Iowa government is embracing. The Iowa Lottery alone is using text-messaging, a Facebook page, a widget with winning lottery numbers, a blog and a twitter. They like to air videos featuring their lottery winners (wish I were one!). The Iowa DOT is using blogs for news releases and traffic incidents. This is only a few of the uses mentioned in the article. Very cool!!! Way to go Iowa!!!

Fun Christmas card idea using technology

As I consider which picture to slap on a Christmas card this year I am reminded of a great use of technology. Last year I received an email with a link to You Tube. The clip was of my cousin's family singing Christmas songs (out takes included). It was super cute! And imagine the savings...no cards or stamps. Something to consider.