The Amazing Abe Adventure 2009 has drawn to a close. In its place, I face the reality of laundry to be folded, bills to be paid, a return to work. My two-week Lincoln adventure in Washington, D.C. and Gettysburg will be replaced with real life, with Lincoln squeezed in between the must-dos.
What will my next Amazing Abe Adventures be? Trips, books, speeches? Yes, I want to. Yes, I plan to. Yes, I'm hoping.
During the Washington, D.C. stint of our trip, I realized there is much more there I need to see and do, including using my new Library of Congress reader card. Having one and "getting the taste a bit" convinces me I've not seen the last of the manuscript room.
The Lincoln Forum Symposium was all I'd hoped it would be and more. It won't be my last. And, now that I know of the other interesting commemorative activities Gettysburg hosts each year, I am convinced I'll want to return there as well.
I'm also looking forward to visiting Lincoln's haunts in Kentucky and Indiana, including making time to see the Library of Congress Lincoln exhibit when Indiana hosts it.
And then there's the blog, Twitter, book reviews, scholarly papers, my planned Lincoln books - three or four, at least - and giving speeches about Lincoln again.
Yep, my next Abe adventures have just begun. Sometimes, as on my recent trip, I'll meet myself coming and going. If, however, I can continue to live my mission of spreading enthusiasm about the life and legacy of Lincoln, it will all be worth it.
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Sunday, November 22, 2009
Monday, November 9, 2009
Welcome to new visitors, thanks to returning readers
I'm thankful for the many loyal readers who visit Lincoln Buff 2. Lately, I've been a bit lax in doing fresh new blog posts as I've worked to catch up on some other obligations. I'm back...
Bursting with Lincoln lore
When I started this blog, it was because I was learning so much about Lincoln that I just knew I'd explode if I couldn't share all of this great knowledge. I also wanted to help spread enthusiasm about the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln in celebration of the bicentennial of his birth.
As I took a Lincoln course at Heartland College, attended lectures at the McLean County Museum of History, the Lincoln Colloquium at Knox College, Bicentennial events in Springfield and the Illinois History Symposium in Jacksonville, I shared stories about the things I learned and the people I met who knew so much more about Lincoln than I do.
I also wrote about Lincoln books, Lincoln productions and Lincoln sites. Watch for more of the same.
Fun stuff to come
I'll soon be sharing stories about Washington, D.C. sites with connections to Lincoln, helping you to experience just a little of the enthusiasm I feel as I visit these sites. Later, I'll also have more for you as I share what I learn at scholarly events.
Tweeting bits of Lincoln every day
Until I can get some blog posts written, please look for me on Twitter. I watch for and retweet things others are posting about Lincoln, the Civil War and our nation's history during the 19th century. I also tweet links to articles I find about Lincoln events or new Lincoln books and I try to let you know of as many Virtual Book Signings at the Abraham Lincoln Book Shop in Chicago as I can.
On Twitter, you'll also find a little of me - my strong belief in lifelong learning and a positive attitude. You'll see an occassional tweet about a few musician patriots I follow, like the Oak Ridge Boys and Lee Greenwood. Once in a while, I'll retweet a tweet about communication or social media, because I believe so strongly these are keys to keeping history alive for a new generation of learners and mature learners who love being connected as much as I do. And besides, Lincoln was the great communicator, wasn't he?
For the most part, my tweets are about Lincoln, but once in a while, I just may have to retweet something that has nothing to do with Abe, but which will make you smile. I don't think the storyteller who charmed the prairie would mind at all, do you?
Watch for Lincoln Buff 2 on YouTube
One of my favorite non-Lincoln-related tweeters is Mark Ragan, CEO of Ragan Communications. Thanks to a cool little video clip he did recently, I bought myself a flip camera, with which I'm supposed to be able to easily film and upload videos to YouTube. I've built my YouTube channel and have lots of ideas. As I see sites, when I can, I'll try to capture a few minutes of the experience so you'll feel as if you've been there, too. Keep your fingers crossed and please overlook crooked camera angles. We'll see how this next venture goes.
In the meantime, try to learn something new about Lincoln everyday. Check out my left-hand sidebars for lots of ways you can do that. And, whenever you can, spread a little of this Lincoln enthusiasm yourself. You'd be surprised how often people really do want to learn more about Lincoln, but just haven't taken time to do it themselves. With a little prompting, you can get many people to pick up a Lincoln book or watch a piece about Lincoln online.
Thanks for visiting. Come back often.
Ann
Bursting with Lincoln lore
When I started this blog, it was because I was learning so much about Lincoln that I just knew I'd explode if I couldn't share all of this great knowledge. I also wanted to help spread enthusiasm about the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln in celebration of the bicentennial of his birth.
As I took a Lincoln course at Heartland College, attended lectures at the McLean County Museum of History, the Lincoln Colloquium at Knox College, Bicentennial events in Springfield and the Illinois History Symposium in Jacksonville, I shared stories about the things I learned and the people I met who knew so much more about Lincoln than I do.
I also wrote about Lincoln books, Lincoln productions and Lincoln sites. Watch for more of the same.
Fun stuff to come
I'll soon be sharing stories about Washington, D.C. sites with connections to Lincoln, helping you to experience just a little of the enthusiasm I feel as I visit these sites. Later, I'll also have more for you as I share what I learn at scholarly events.
Tweeting bits of Lincoln every day
Until I can get some blog posts written, please look for me on Twitter. I watch for and retweet things others are posting about Lincoln, the Civil War and our nation's history during the 19th century. I also tweet links to articles I find about Lincoln events or new Lincoln books and I try to let you know of as many Virtual Book Signings at the Abraham Lincoln Book Shop in Chicago as I can.
On Twitter, you'll also find a little of me - my strong belief in lifelong learning and a positive attitude. You'll see an occassional tweet about a few musician patriots I follow, like the Oak Ridge Boys and Lee Greenwood. Once in a while, I'll retweet a tweet about communication or social media, because I believe so strongly these are keys to keeping history alive for a new generation of learners and mature learners who love being connected as much as I do. And besides, Lincoln was the great communicator, wasn't he?
For the most part, my tweets are about Lincoln, but once in a while, I just may have to retweet something that has nothing to do with Abe, but which will make you smile. I don't think the storyteller who charmed the prairie would mind at all, do you?
Watch for Lincoln Buff 2 on YouTube
One of my favorite non-Lincoln-related tweeters is Mark Ragan, CEO of Ragan Communications. Thanks to a cool little video clip he did recently, I bought myself a flip camera, with which I'm supposed to be able to easily film and upload videos to YouTube. I've built my YouTube channel and have lots of ideas. As I see sites, when I can, I'll try to capture a few minutes of the experience so you'll feel as if you've been there, too. Keep your fingers crossed and please overlook crooked camera angles. We'll see how this next venture goes.
In the meantime, try to learn something new about Lincoln everyday. Check out my left-hand sidebars for lots of ways you can do that. And, whenever you can, spread a little of this Lincoln enthusiasm yourself. You'd be surprised how often people really do want to learn more about Lincoln, but just haven't taken time to do it themselves. With a little prompting, you can get many people to pick up a Lincoln book or watch a piece about Lincoln online.
Thanks for visiting. Come back often.
Ann
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Lincoln Bicentennial events still going strong
Did you think Lincoln’s birthday #200 was over? Think again. Across the country, there are still events every week. I just ran out of time and energy to tell you about all of them.
My friends at the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission aren’t going to let me slack, though. They’ve got news to share so, by golly, I’ll share it.
Lincoln and education
First, head to the Land of Lincoln in October for a national conference about Lincoln’s role in American higher education.
Here’s what the bicentennial folks have to say:
“Prominent government officials, land-grant college presidents, and respected academics and experts on higher education will come together to discuss ‘Lincoln and the Morrill Act: The Unfinished Work of Public Universities’ on Oct. 23-24 at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
“This conference will explore the historical significance of the Morrill Act, and how it is applicable to current issues of higher education. Conference speakers will include Jim Leach, Chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities, Martha Kanter, U.S. Undersecretary of Education, and Peter McPherson, President of the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, among many others. Speakers will discuss the important role land-grant colleges can play in developing the work force of the future and create life-long learners in a global society.
“Through moderated panels and interactive discussions, conference goers will delve into the past and future of higher education, as they never have before.
“This event is free and open to the public, but an RSVP is required. Please visit http://www.morrillact.illinois.edu/ for more information or to RSVP.”
Lincoln in art and photography
Later in the month, you’ll want to head to Newark, New Jersey for the Lincoln presentation by photographer Deborah Willis. And, in November, that same community will present a town hall panel discussion on race, ethnicity and freedom.
The bicentennial folks say:
“On Oct. 28, respected photographer Deborah Willis will unveil and discuss her new work entitled “Lincoln as Monument, Lincoln as Icon.” Held at the Essex County Historic Courthouse, this event will explore the various depictions of Abraham Lincoln in art and photography. Using examples ranging from the 1870s to the present, Willis will lead the audience in a discussion of this iconic American figure, and how changing artistic depictions of him have impacted public perception.
“In addition to the presentation and discussion, attendees have the unique opportunity to take docent-led tours through the Historic Courthouse, and even take a photo with the Borglum statue of Abraham Lincoln prior to the presentation.
“Deborah Willis’ show is also a wonderful opportunity for attendees and community members to familiarize themselves with Lincoln and his legacy prior to our town hall discussion on Nov.12 at the Newark Museum. A panel of esteemed speakers, including Pedro A. Noguera, Executive Director of the Metropolitan Center for Urban Education, Jeff Johnson, award-winning journalist, social activist and political commentator, and James O. Horton, Historian Emeritus at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History, will lead a stimulating discussion on the topic of “The Humane City: Race, Ethnicity and Freedom in Urban America.”
“Panelists will discuss issues surrounding our urban communities today, and how we can collectively utilize the resources available in those communities to work towards a more successful future. This event seeks to critically examine the current situation in urban America when viewed through the lens of differences in race and ethnicity, while bringing together a group of scholars who are willing to give their recommendations for how communities in urban America can best achieve their collective potential.
“Both events are free and open to the public, but an RSVP is required. Please visit http://lincolnliveson.com/ for more information or to RSVP.
Social media buffs – follow Lincoln at 200
You can also connect with the bicentennial commission and join the discussion through:
My friends at the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission aren’t going to let me slack, though. They’ve got news to share so, by golly, I’ll share it.
Lincoln and education
First, head to the Land of Lincoln in October for a national conference about Lincoln’s role in American higher education.
Here’s what the bicentennial folks have to say:
“Prominent government officials, land-grant college presidents, and respected academics and experts on higher education will come together to discuss ‘Lincoln and the Morrill Act: The Unfinished Work of Public Universities’ on Oct. 23-24 at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
“This conference will explore the historical significance of the Morrill Act, and how it is applicable to current issues of higher education. Conference speakers will include Jim Leach, Chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities, Martha Kanter, U.S. Undersecretary of Education, and Peter McPherson, President of the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, among many others. Speakers will discuss the important role land-grant colleges can play in developing the work force of the future and create life-long learners in a global society.
“Through moderated panels and interactive discussions, conference goers will delve into the past and future of higher education, as they never have before.
“This event is free and open to the public, but an RSVP is required. Please visit http://www.morrillact.illinois.edu/ for more information or to RSVP.”
Lincoln in art and photography
Later in the month, you’ll want to head to Newark, New Jersey for the Lincoln presentation by photographer Deborah Willis. And, in November, that same community will present a town hall panel discussion on race, ethnicity and freedom.
The bicentennial folks say:
“On Oct. 28, respected photographer Deborah Willis will unveil and discuss her new work entitled “Lincoln as Monument, Lincoln as Icon.” Held at the Essex County Historic Courthouse, this event will explore the various depictions of Abraham Lincoln in art and photography. Using examples ranging from the 1870s to the present, Willis will lead the audience in a discussion of this iconic American figure, and how changing artistic depictions of him have impacted public perception.
“In addition to the presentation and discussion, attendees have the unique opportunity to take docent-led tours through the Historic Courthouse, and even take a photo with the Borglum statue of Abraham Lincoln prior to the presentation.
“Deborah Willis’ show is also a wonderful opportunity for attendees and community members to familiarize themselves with Lincoln and his legacy prior to our town hall discussion on Nov.12 at the Newark Museum. A panel of esteemed speakers, including Pedro A. Noguera, Executive Director of the Metropolitan Center for Urban Education, Jeff Johnson, award-winning journalist, social activist and political commentator, and James O. Horton, Historian Emeritus at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History, will lead a stimulating discussion on the topic of “The Humane City: Race, Ethnicity and Freedom in Urban America.”
“Panelists will discuss issues surrounding our urban communities today, and how we can collectively utilize the resources available in those communities to work towards a more successful future. This event seeks to critically examine the current situation in urban America when viewed through the lens of differences in race and ethnicity, while bringing together a group of scholars who are willing to give their recommendations for how communities in urban America can best achieve their collective potential.
“Both events are free and open to the public, but an RSVP is required. Please visit http://lincolnliveson.com/ for more information or to RSVP.
Social media buffs – follow Lincoln at 200
You can also connect with the bicentennial commission and join the discussion through:
Friday, October 9, 2009
State of the blog 2009
A year ago today, I set out on a maiden voyage, a trip on uncharted seas, an excursion not unlike Abraham Lincoln's first flatboat trip. I started writing this blog.
In honor of its first birthday, I thought perhaps I owed my readers - the faithful as well as the new and the occasional - a "state of the blog" address. Some of you may not realize where I've been and others may wonder where I'm going with this little adventure.
Like Lincoln, I might not know of the obstacles in my path nor the sights I'll see along the way. Nonetheless, I'll take my best shot at telling you what I've learned on the journey and where I hope to go from here.
The birthplace
Officially, this blog was born on Oct. 9, 2008, as a way to disseminate all the information I was learning about Lincoln in a Heartland Community College class, "The Life and Times of Abraham Lincoln."
Really, though, it was born the same day I was, more than 57 years ago, in a hospital room just a block from Knox College's Old Main. Yes, I was born within a stone's throw of a Lincoln-Douglas debate site.
I often kid around and say that the wind blew some Lincoln dust my way the day I was born. I really do believe, though, that growing up in close proximity to places where Lincoln's legacy lives did make me want to learn more about him.
Glancing over my shoulder
Let's look back at this past year. Since the blog was born, I've:
- Been to Springfield, Jacksonville, Galesburg, Peoria, Bloomington and Decatur in search of Lincoln.
- Heard a bunch of Lincoln scholars speak.
- Watched plays about Lincoln and heard musicians pay tribute to him.
- Met and befriended authors I'd never dreamed of seeing.
- Celebrated Lincoln's 200th birthday in the same room as the President of the United States.
- Met Richard Dreyfuss and Stedman Graham.
- Read a bunch of Lincoln books and heard a lot of Lincoln audio books.
- Written more than 180 blog posts and more than 1900 Twitter tweets.
- Stayed up too late, awakened too early and fallen asleep at my keyboard (thus the fun birthday cake image).
My blog has had almost 6800 visits from more than 3900 unique visitors. They've come from 1500 cities in 69 countries and every state in the U.S. I've heard from people in Australia, Brazil and England. I've got followers who are students, teachers, authors, photographers, doctors and more. On Lincoln's 200th birthday, more than 200 people visited the blog.
I've written about many of my Lincoln experiences, shared my opinions on books and told my readers about Lincoln events across the country. My blog posts hit their peak and my sleep suffered the most in February as I tried to keep up with all the bicentennial events surrounding Lincoln's birthday. As the year progressed, my energy began to wane, other duties needed my attention and my posts became less frequent.
My mission remains the same, regardless of the frequency of my articles. I am writing this blog and maintaining a Twitter page to share my passion for the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln and to teach others about him, too.
Forging forward
This year was just the first in the young life of my blog, Lincoln Buff 2. I hope to stay at this for a long time to come, and to eventually begin writing with more frequency than I did the last few months. Once I get caught up on some other obligations, I'll be able to do that.
As much as time allows, I hope to:
- Point you to Lincoln-related events.
- Tell you about Lincoln books - old and new.
- Share stories about Lincoln - both well-known and seldom-told.
- Introduce you to others who have Lincoln connections.
- Chronicle a trip to Washington, D.C. and Gettysburg.
When I started this blog, I wanted each blog post to be my own work, written in my own words and with my own "voice." As time went on, though, I realized that wasn't always possible. Either my time was too short or the events were too many. So, from time to time, the only way I could get the news to you was by sharing someone else's "canned" press releases.
I'll still be doing that some. The U.S. Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission has some events coming up they'd like me to share. For the most part, those will come to you in their format.
When I have time to read Lincoln-related books, I'll craft my own book reviews. And, when I attend events, I'll try to give you a first-hand account.
For other articles on my blog, you may see a combination of my voice and someone else's press release. The important thing is that I'm spreading the word about Lincoln and you're reading it.
Please, if you enjoy Lincoln Buff 2, tell your friends, and if you're interested in little bits of Lincoln info, as well as links to other Lincoln news, you'll want to follow me on twitter at http://twitter.com/lincolnbuff2. And, maybe someday, you can read one of the books I plan to write about Lincoln.
Thanks for your loyalty and for giving me a reason to learn and to share. It's been a year I'll never forget. Long live Lincoln's legacy!
Thursday, June 25, 2009
In case you were wondering...
... I haven't fallen off the face of the earth. My absence from the blogosphere is due, in part, to other obligations. I've been tackling some long overdue projects at home and, quite frankly, many evenings I'm just too tired to blog. That must mean I'm getting old!
Still plenty of Lincoln news out there
There's still plenty of Lincoln news on the horizon - good books coming off the presses, events happening across the company and a general, all-around enthusiasm for Lincoln. I sure do wish I could write about each and every thing I hear of. Maybe someday I'll be able to find the time to do that.
In the meantime, I'll share what I can when I can. I am reading one very engaging Lincoln book now and have a whole stack of them to get to later. I listened to a book on tape a few weeks ago and still need to review it. And, I've got three more in the car to listen to over then next few weeks. You'll get to hear about all of them - eventually
Follow me on Twitter
Until then, please follow me on Twitter at http://twitter.com/lincolnbuff2.
I'm tweeting and retweeting about:
Still plenty of Lincoln news out there
There's still plenty of Lincoln news on the horizon - good books coming off the presses, events happening across the company and a general, all-around enthusiasm for Lincoln. I sure do wish I could write about each and every thing I hear of. Maybe someday I'll be able to find the time to do that.
In the meantime, I'll share what I can when I can. I am reading one very engaging Lincoln book now and have a whole stack of them to get to later. I listened to a book on tape a few weeks ago and still need to review it. And, I've got three more in the car to listen to over then next few weeks. You'll get to hear about all of them - eventually
Follow me on Twitter
Until then, please follow me on Twitter at http://twitter.com/lincolnbuff2.
I'm tweeting and retweeting about:
- Lincoln books,
- Lincoln documentaries,
- Lincoln events,
- Lincoln sites,
- Lincoln-related articles and
- comments people make about Lincoln.
And sometimes, I'll retweet something simply because it makes me smile and I hope it can do the same for you, like the one about the little kid who thought the Gettysburg Address was where Lincoln lived.
Though I'd love to be writing about everything Lincoln that crosses my path, most days, I just can't. Twitter is a way that I can still keep you in the loop somewhat on Lincoln happenings. If you're not following yet, please do. I was at 300 followers yesterday, but seem to be down one today. Please join the other 299 who follow Lincoln Buff 2 to learn more about Abraham Lincoln.
Thanks for reading and come back soon. You never know when I'll get a few minutes to write or will run across a really cool story I just have to share. If the stars align as I think they will, there's a fantastic one coming very soon, so y'all come back now, ya hear?
© Copyright 2009 Ann Tracy Mueller. All rights reserved.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Lincoln Buff 2 on Twitter, too - Check it out
When I started this blog, my mission was to share my passion for the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln and to help readers learn more about Lincoln as I do. Sometimes, this has become a daunting task. There are hundreds of Lincoln events this year. It's difficult to share them all.
In addition, real life has this way of getting in the way - and sometimes I can't ignore the things I have to do to do the things I want to do.
What I really want to do is develop real blog posts - articles with my own voice which tell the Lincoln story or point you to books, events, article and even more bits of Lincoln lore. It seems you enjoy this, as many of you come back often to my Lincoln Buff 2 blog. I don't want to let you down, so I'll still do that when I can. When I can't, there's another way to learn more about Lincoln - follow me on Twitter.
I take a little time each day to share all the cool Lincoln things I've run across on Twitter. Whether it's an article I've found, an event that's coming up or an interesting picture someone's shared of a Lincoln site, I'll tweet or re-tweet so you can enjoy it, too.
I'm sorry I've been lax at blogging lately. One reason was because I was studying for a continuing education exam for my real job. That's done and I feel a true sense of accomplishment as I earned an industry designation in the process - my sixth. I'm also a bit busy with family obligations right now, so can't blog as regularly as I'd like. Please do visit both my blog and Twitter often, though. I'll Tweet almost daily and blog as I can.
In the meantime, don't stop looking for Lincoln yourselves. You'll be surprised where he turns up in this bicentennial year.
© Copyright 2009 Ann Tracy Mueller. All rights reserved.
In addition, real life has this way of getting in the way - and sometimes I can't ignore the things I have to do to do the things I want to do.
What I really want to do is develop real blog posts - articles with my own voice which tell the Lincoln story or point you to books, events, article and even more bits of Lincoln lore. It seems you enjoy this, as many of you come back often to my Lincoln Buff 2 blog. I don't want to let you down, so I'll still do that when I can. When I can't, there's another way to learn more about Lincoln - follow me on Twitter.
I take a little time each day to share all the cool Lincoln things I've run across on Twitter. Whether it's an article I've found, an event that's coming up or an interesting picture someone's shared of a Lincoln site, I'll tweet or re-tweet so you can enjoy it, too.
I'm sorry I've been lax at blogging lately. One reason was because I was studying for a continuing education exam for my real job. That's done and I feel a true sense of accomplishment as I earned an industry designation in the process - my sixth. I'm also a bit busy with family obligations right now, so can't blog as regularly as I'd like. Please do visit both my blog and Twitter often, though. I'll Tweet almost daily and blog as I can.
In the meantime, don't stop looking for Lincoln yourselves. You'll be surprised where he turns up in this bicentennial year.
© Copyright 2009 Ann Tracy Mueller. All rights reserved.
Saturday, May 9, 2009
Follow Lincoln Buff 2 on Twitter
After a failed attempt at tweeting in Springfield the week of the bicentennial, I'm now a bonafide twitterer - or is it tweeter? Nonetheless, I'm doing it! I've now got more than 100 followers on Twitter.
I'm not quite sure how I'll use this valuable communication tool in the long run. I can see so many opportunities to meet my vision - to inspire others by sharing the Lincoln legacy. Recently, I've been re-tweeting other people's Lincoln-related tweets. The tweets may be about an event, or a book, or a Lincoln site they've seen. I rarely re-tweet quotes. So often, quotes are falsely attributed to Lincoln. I just don't have time to verify each and every one. I'll only use one if I've read it in the works of leading Lincoln scholars who do their homework on such matters.
I hope to do more with Twitter - use it to link to news stories, events across the country, to promote Lincoln books. With my schedule right now - other responsibilities and an exam I'm preparing for - re-tweeting will be about it. But, keep watching. Who knows what surprises I'll have for you. Check it out at: http://twitter.com/LincolnBuff2.
Please keep visiting my blog, too. I've got a couple of really cool stories planned over the next week or so - about others who are as passionate about following their passions as I am about following mine. And, if you read my blog at all, you can't miss my passion. ;-)
To all those mothers out there in Lincoln Buff land, have a Happy Mother's Day! Ann
© Copyright 2009 Ann Tracy Mueller. All rights reserved.
I'm not quite sure how I'll use this valuable communication tool in the long run. I can see so many opportunities to meet my vision - to inspire others by sharing the Lincoln legacy. Recently, I've been re-tweeting other people's Lincoln-related tweets. The tweets may be about an event, or a book, or a Lincoln site they've seen. I rarely re-tweet quotes. So often, quotes are falsely attributed to Lincoln. I just don't have time to verify each and every one. I'll only use one if I've read it in the works of leading Lincoln scholars who do their homework on such matters.
I hope to do more with Twitter - use it to link to news stories, events across the country, to promote Lincoln books. With my schedule right now - other responsibilities and an exam I'm preparing for - re-tweeting will be about it. But, keep watching. Who knows what surprises I'll have for you. Check it out at: http://twitter.com/LincolnBuff2.
Please keep visiting my blog, too. I've got a couple of really cool stories planned over the next week or so - about others who are as passionate about following their passions as I am about following mine. And, if you read my blog at all, you can't miss my passion. ;-)
To all those mothers out there in Lincoln Buff land, have a Happy Mother's Day! Ann
© Copyright 2009 Ann Tracy Mueller. All rights reserved.
Monday, February 2, 2009
To twitter or not to twitter – that is the question
Don’t you just love social media – connecting with people across the globe whom you’ve never met and reconnecting with people you haven’t heard from in years – finding people who share your passion – whatever it might be? Mine is Lincoln, and if you’re reading this, yours may be, too.
I began this blog as my way of contributing to the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial, as a way of keeping the legacy of Lincoln alive and sharing my enthusiasm with others. I think it’s working. I’ve heard from Lincoln buffs across the country and even some outside the U.S.
I need your help, though. I’ll be in Springfield (Ill.) the week of Feb. 8-14 every day, all day and most evenings. I have a bit of a commute, so my days will be long and my nights will be short – and my laptop is a bit heavy. I’m tossing around the idea of using twitter to share the Bicentennial with you, as I won’t have much opportunity to blog.
The upside: I can use my cell phone and let you know what’s going on at all the Lincoln activities throughout the week.
The downside: I have to do it in bits of information of 140 characters or less, so I won't be able to write much at any one time.
Even with twitter, there will be some times I’ll be out of touch, as I’m hoping to join in some volunteer efforts for the Bicentennial celebration. I will try, though, to share as much as I can as often as I can when I’m on my own time.
So what do you think: twitter or not? Please leave a comment either way. I read and post comments each evening. Don’t get worried if you don’t see yours right away. My comments are all subject to moderation, and I do that as I can at the end of the day.
Thanks for sharing your preferences – and for reading my blog. Happy Bicentennial!
I began this blog as my way of contributing to the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial, as a way of keeping the legacy of Lincoln alive and sharing my enthusiasm with others. I think it’s working. I’ve heard from Lincoln buffs across the country and even some outside the U.S.
I need your help, though. I’ll be in Springfield (Ill.) the week of Feb. 8-14 every day, all day and most evenings. I have a bit of a commute, so my days will be long and my nights will be short – and my laptop is a bit heavy. I’m tossing around the idea of using twitter to share the Bicentennial with you, as I won’t have much opportunity to blog.
The upside: I can use my cell phone and let you know what’s going on at all the Lincoln activities throughout the week.
The downside: I have to do it in bits of information of 140 characters or less, so I won't be able to write much at any one time.
Even with twitter, there will be some times I’ll be out of touch, as I’m hoping to join in some volunteer efforts for the Bicentennial celebration. I will try, though, to share as much as I can as often as I can when I’m on my own time.
So what do you think: twitter or not? Please leave a comment either way. I read and post comments each evening. Don’t get worried if you don’t see yours right away. My comments are all subject to moderation, and I do that as I can at the end of the day.
Thanks for sharing your preferences – and for reading my blog. Happy Bicentennial!
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