Hey all, I've been thinking (rare I know) about our status and lack of "umph". And I have an idea. Both as a topic in email, as well as perhaps one for July 2nd. After reading through (well skimming) the many emails I've missed, I see that we've been "delisted" as an official LoCo. So, that's sad, but it at least gives us a place to start. More interaction, activities and events seem to be the important pieces. One thing to do is focus inward for a bit; and then see how that can lead to outward focused things. BTW, I will get to my idea ... I see 83 people signed up for the list, and I doubt most of it is the media outlets just itching to know what we're up to. I'm thinking with all those people, we have to have some common passions or desires. I was hoping that everyone would respond to this email with two lists. First is what do you all use Ubuntu to do? A simple bulleted list is fine, nothing fancy. Perhaps a topical name and two phrase description. Second would be what would you like to do? Again, a simple bulleted list.. A topical name and where you'd like to go in that idea. Things can be personal or work oriented. Meaning, I want to do XYZ with ABC for my family. Or I do LMNO with PQR on photos. Etc, etc. One could also mention if this is a paid-gig, serious hobby (amateur photographer) or just for family & friends. There could be "cross pollination" of experience and talents. And this is even for people who can't participate in person. We've got to have some over lap in the two, as well as maybe more then one person is looking to do the same stuff. And we're all digitally inclined. So sharing the wealth (of knowledge) and desire (to tinker) among us should be fun. My list will follow shortly with the same title. Hopefully threaded reader will keep them together... Best, Ralph (aka Rio) p.s. My time is much more open now .... because, well, I don't have much work. So I'm focusing on finding new work opportunities, but still aim to participate with the LoCo if I can find some cohorts...