Arctic Pugs
Grumbles in the North
The Arctic Grumble is growing (along with some others!). We’ve taken a slow, steady, organic path to growth so we could focus on development and infrastructure. But we are always happy to have more Alaskans in our lives! And Cindy and Vic’s is a great addition (they are super fun!). Please find me if you…
Read MoreAlaskaaahhh
That’s a wrap. Kim and I spent yesterday in Wasilla and Anchorage spreading the word about AADD and the benefits of membership, including getting deals with cool business partners like Punctual Pug. It was filled with interesting conversations and questions (a transportation schedule?…hmmmmm) and also a lot of coffee (the best espresso), bread and cookies.…
Read MoreHappy Holidays!
Our friends at REACH in Juneau truly know how to deck the halls. The pugs were thrilled. I’ve been writing holiday cards to our friends all over the place this morning and the list has grown since last year, for sure. My hand is tired! We have new friends in South Carolina and Washington. We…
Read MoreThe Arctic Grumble
Every time I come to Alaska (and there have been a lot of times), I love it more. And each time I show up to the AADD conference, I leave with all kinds of ideas. Especially this time…self-directed services was a giant discussion and it led to a lot of input about how Punctual Pug…
Read MorePugs are Sled Dogs, too!
A pug soirée Fascinating presentation on ableism Andrew, my Therap grandson The state people were super cool Pug scholars Do your notes! Love, REACH I just got back from Anchorage and AADD’s fall conference! It was so great to see Kim again and make some new friends, as well. Some really exciting presentations from the…
Read MoreAnchorage Weather Report: 43° and Rising
John, Lance, and Victoria know how to make a conference and we’re happy to have them in The Arctic Grumble! There are about 120 people here from all sorts of behavioral providers, as well as some fascinating technology. There was a presentation discussing the integration of AI and EHRs…My brain got wiggly so look out!…
Read MoreHeading North!
Heading to Anchorage tomorrow to the Alaska Behavioral Health Association’s fall conference to do a presentation on IT and human services, focusing on non-profits called “Teach Me to Nerd.” It will be super fun! And hopefully, we will make some new friends for The Arctic Grumble. Hope you liked the first layer of the two…
Read MoreRunning with the Big (Alaskan) Dogs!
We are pleased to announce that Punctual Pug is the featured (and first corporate) sponsor of the AADD Conference coming up this October in Anchorage! And we also believe this is a portent: October 15, when the conference begins, is actually NATIONAL PUG DAY! Those Alaskans better look out… We are also pleased to announce…
Read MoreChickadees and Pugs in Alaska!
As you know, I am obsessed with Alaska. I was there a handful of times about ten years ago and was fortunate enough to travel there extensively so… Punctual Pug is happy to announce another partnership with the Alaska Behavioral Health Association (ABHA). And their logo is the cutest little chickadee! Like ravens, chickadees aren’t…
Read MoreBusy Pugs
A Husky, Malamute, Samoyed, Chinook?? No way! A pug! We believe they could be Arctic explorers, too! Especially if you’re willing to put them in a coat and carry them on your back. 🙂 There is so much going on over here, I’ve barely had a minute to drop you all a note. We had…
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