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March is Women’s History Month
Posted by: Barbara Duran on: 03/11/2009
A federally recognized nationwide celebration that encourages all Americans to reflect on the ways in which women have shaped U.S. history.
The passage of Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments meant no person could be denied the benefits of a federally funded educational program or activity on the basis of gender. In 1977, to help [...]
March 10th is National Women/Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
Posted by: Barbara Duran on: 03/10/2009
A nationwide initiative coordinated by the Office on Women’s Health (OWH) to raise awareness of the increasing impact of HIV/AIDS on women and girls.
It serves as an opportunity for organizations across the country to come together to provide support, encourage discussion, and educate women and girls about prevention, the importance of getting tested, and how [...]
Random Acts of Kindness Day – Feb. 17th
Posted by: Barbara Duran on: 02/17/2009
Random acts of kindness are those sweet or lovely things we do for no reason except that, momentarily, the best of our humanity has sprung into full bloom. When you spontaneously give a stranger the bouquet of flowers you had meant to take home to your own dinner table, when you give your lunch to [...]
World Human Spirit Day – Feb. 17th
Posted by: Barbara Duran on: 02/16/2009
Be part of the spiritual love embodied within the human race. Let your silent mind feel the joy that infuses humanity to live an authentic life of delight on earth.
On Feb. 17th, people all over the world will come together in mind & spirit to celebrate their genuine connection with each other with two [...]
Presidents Day
Posted by: Barbara Duran on: 02/16/2009
The common name for the federal holiday officially designated as Washington’s Birthday. It is celebrated on the third Monday of February.
Today, the February holiday has become well-known for being a day in which many stores, especially car dealers, hold sales. Until the late 1980s, corporate businesses were universally closed on this day. With the late [...]
Valentine’s Day Worm Detected in E-cards
Posted by: Barbara Duran on: 01/28/2009
A new worm has been detected which is using Valentine’s Day to spread itself through e-mail greeting cards.
Valentine’s Day is usually the most common day for hackers to practice intrusions or the spread of viruses. The Waledac C worm spreads by sending a fake Valentine’s Day gereting card using e-mail. The recipient then clicks on [...]
Would Somebody Please Call me Back?
Posted by: Barbara Duran on: 01/24/2009
One of the most frequently asked questions we get is “how do you get people to call you back?” It is arguably one of the most frustrating issues of our business. At Virtual Office Systems we have been answering this question for over 10 years and I must say, our answer has evolved over that [...]
Giving is Good for your Health
Posted by: Barbara Duran on: 12/14/2008
The holidays are the season for giving and during times of economic downturn, you may have to dig a bit deeper into your pockets. However, you can still end up better off. In addition to the tax breaks year-end giving can bring, as it turns out, giving is also good for your health.
“Several studies over [...]
Resolve to get in the Black in 2009
Posted by: Barbara Duran on: 12/14/2008
For many Americans, the only area where they may lose weight over the holidays is their wallet. And as their credit card statements begin to arrive with the reminder — and obligation — of their holiday spending, consumers should resolve now to lower their debt in the New Year.
“Losing weight and losing debt are among [...]
Still stressed about sending out holiday cards?
Posted by: Barbara Duran on: 12/12/2008
Today is December 12th and that means the holidays are right around the corner. Have you sent your Holiday cards yet?
As you may or may not be aware my business is greeting cards.
If you have a last minute need to send out holiday cards (including cards customized with your photos) I can help. Since we [...]
