Today was fun. Full of people taking off from work early or at minimum leaving work mentally as they focused on things that needed to be done for the big dinner tomorrow. Sad news rocked us as our friends and some co-workers in Mumbai were rocked by terrorists. Our prays and good thoughts go out to all of those people who were hurt, injured or killed. Truely, we American’s must take a moment to be thankful for our safety, especially in these times of turmoil around the world.
I’ve been enjoying the brisk weather and the conversations with friends who are more than willing to share their thoughts on the economy, politics and of course what is the best way to prepare a turkey. Yes Martha, take the giblets bag out of the turkey prior to cooking.
Silicon Valley CMO Summit registration has been moving along nicely. We should be sold out by next week and talking with the presenters of the program…they are very excited to share their thoughts. Wishing you all a warm and toasty Thanksgiving.
Lots to be thankful for…
…even if it is a bit bleak out there. It’s the start of Thanksgiving week and my family and I are off visiting family and friends in Cleveland, Ohio. Burr, it’s cold here in the mid- 20’s and snowing…just like I remember as a child growing up here. On Monday, I took my son for a tour of Cleveland and was amazed at just how much the downtown area has changed for the better. Their redevelopment program has completely changed the face of their main street Euclid Avenue, which runs from the Westside to the Eastside of Cleveland.
I also found a part of the downtown area that is completely abandoned…whole sky rise buildings empty. It was a bit dramatic as I remember what a center of commerce the downtown area had been. It reminds me somewhat of the Silicon Valley corridor with the many empty tilt-ups once filled with the dreams and aspirations of entrepreneurs wanting to be the next Apple or Google.
So as we prepare to feast with family, I’m reflecting on what was and is, but thankful for friends, family and colleagues for their trust and support. We all know next year will be better for us and the future will be brighter as we make course adjustments and learn from past missteps. Wishing you all a happy Thanksgiving!