Lisa Sabin-Wilson. Designer. Author. Espresso and WordPress addict
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May
30
Survived!Well, I survived possibly the worst cold/flu in history. At least in MY history. It's still not completely over, but at least I'm functioning. I spent the entire holiday ...more »
May
22
Getting to Know You "Face Behind the Blogger" collection was started by Dave Airey because blogging is truly international, and the chances of meeting the people behind your favorite blogs are slim, a face to the ...more »
May
10
Random thoughts for the day . . .Sometimes taking off in the middle of a work day to visit the garden center to buy a few pretty blooms is necessary. 85 degrees is way too hot for a day in ...more »
April
26
The Final CountdownI have about 20 hours left on my book deadline. Really, who's counting? Apparently I am. Why am I blogging? Because I can procrastinate like a pro, when it comes ...more »
April
6
Car Service RipOffThe exhaust on my Toyota needs fixin'. I got two quotes. One from a local Toyota Dealership and one from a locally-owned 'Mom-n-Pop' run auto shop that my dad referred ...more »
April
4
Running ErrandsI love elderly folks - I really do. My favorite is seeing an elderly couple holding hands... or smooching.. or otherwise showing public displays of affection. It gives me warm ...more »
March
24
Long Writing WeekendI haven't talked to my friend Tom in a few months. I think we're both just crazy busy in our lives lately. I need to give him a call, however ...more »
March
21
Easily DistractedI have Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) - or whatever the trendy name is for it these days. Basically, I'm easily distracted...to the point of being downright dangerous sometimes. Its either ...more »
March
16
You’re Missing That One Final ScrewHow's did your Friday go? Mine was.. well... extraordinary. Happy weekend, everyone! Queen - I'm Going Slightly Mad On a side note - it looks like I'm all official now. ...more »
March
16
Meeting the PresidentI was up late last night. Couldn't sleep. I know, you're shocked and amazed that I couldn't sleep. Anyways, I was up reading the latest Vince Flynn book called ...more »
February
25
AmazingI just dropped in here to make mention of how amazing it is that just one teeeny weeeny little shot of scotch can just take that edge right off. Is this how it ...more »
February
18
Head above waterBeen awhile since I posted - and yes, I am still alive. The book is going really well and I'm up against my second hard deadline coming up on March 1st. ...more »
February
6
This is my brain on quietSo, Chris is in Chicago, on business. My son is out with his friends and my daughter is out with her friends. The house is quiet, except for the low ...more »
January
11
Looking Backwards..just for a secondMy son is starting a program at the local Technical College on Monday to get a jump start on completion of his high school diploma, so that he can finish high school ...more »
January
8
Workday ConversationsVia Yahoo IM today between my husband and I: Lisa: Did you see that help ticket from --Client Name-- ? Chris: Yes, and? Lisa: I will love you FOREVER if you handle this one.. ...more »
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  • Li-sa Sa-bin Wil-son: [lee-suh sey-bin will-sun] - pronoun; 1. A wife, mother & friend; 2. Blog Designer & WebHost; 3. Author of WordPress For Dummies; 4. Scuba diver; 5. Downhill Skier; 6. Am. Photographer; 7. Espresso sipper;
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    WordPress For Dummies, author Lisa Sabin-Wilson, Amazon.ComI wrote the First Edition of WordPress For Dummies, published Nov. '07. I'm currently writing the 2nd Edition, due to be published in Fall '08...read more »
    Acknowledgements | Forward | TOC | Ch. 1
    Bonus Chapter: What's New in WordPress 2.5
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    • David Span recently asked me to guest blog at MyBlogIt.net on WordPress. I was flattered. I am honored. I am done with my post there and he's got it up today: WordPress Magazine Themes: Quick Anatomy Lesson.. complete with PowerPoint presentation and Video (eek!). Thanks so much David!

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    • So, I'm Plurking. Anyone Social Network'd out, yet? Add me, won't you?

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    • "Thanks to Chris Wilson in the Blogs-About tech support department, my new WordPress MU (multi-user) community is up and running about 24 hours after my initial registration." ~ Roxiticus Desperate Housewives. Thanks, Roxi!

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    • This is just a test post. Testing from my new smartphone. Will check when I get home. In the meantime....happy April!

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    • Look for an update to the WordPress For Dummies book that will include what's new and exciting in the newest version of WordPress 2.5. This will be available in a free, downloadable PDF document both here, on my site, as well as Dummies.com. Will keep you posted!

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    • Http500: Congrats Lisa! Is a cool book! :d
    • Zak: I don’t have a screen capture sw, otherwise I’d...
    • Lisa: Phenomenal, Zak - thank you for letting me know it’s...
    • Zak: I’m now reading your post in an iPhone optimized format...
    • Lindsey: Awww, thanks! I take the comments about my OCD-ness as a...
    • Chris Cairns: Lisa, again, appreciate all the work you and your...
    • Heathero: Snappingphotos is worth reading!
    • Http500: Now in italy is summer, sea and sun! :d
    • Crawford Harris: Lisa, I enjoyed the book. It convinced me to give...
    • Carina: Thanks for sharing! :”>:d
    • MyDingo: I discovered that drinking a few gulps of a carbinated...
    • Joni: You definitely need a break! Have fun on your vacation! :)
    • UKStevieB: You mean you won’t Twitter/Plurk us to let us know...
    • diana: Can you have it go in the reverse manner? That is to ONLY...
    • Steve: You are a genius. If you asked me for one I would sign the...