Four + One Blog

Where the search for a well-rounded existence can stretch its legs.

If you’re new to the blog, here are a few things to get you started. The game behind the name tells the tale of where the name 4+1 originated. Some of the early posts will give you an idea of what I'm into, my latest posts have tended to showcase the projects I'm working on. Enjoy.

What Levi’s Can Learn From Duluth Pack About Social Media

On Monday I wrote this post about the disconnect between Levi’s excellent “Go Forth” campaign and the company’s implementation of their online presence.
That same day I wrote a blog post comparing a Beckel Canvas bag to a Duluth Pack bag. Like Levi’s, Duluth Pack has a long history (128 years!) of quality crafted goods. Both [...]

Technology and Baseball

In 2001 I moved away from Southern California to go to college. I made the move in July to increase my chances of finding a job before school started. It was a difficult transition. My main concern upon arrival was how to follow the Dodgers from out of state.
I was out of their TV market, [...]