Road Crew Wake up Call!

Start to a Perfect Day... Woke up by a Road Crew! yeah Baby!
Sigh.... Be Well! ~ Zen

Altynback's Choor ibex form

There is something pure about music made acousticly. The more of it I hear the more I want to be a part of it. To not just listen, but participate. As a result, tonight I bought this very Ocarina. I will be camping on my doorstep until it gets here.. =o)

Be Well! ~ Zen

Sleepless in BlogTV

Just a Sleepless night in Ohio So.. I figured I would put up a BlogTV show. You can check the show out, sub, add, fav, and all that kinda stuff at http://blogtv.com/people/zenarcher

How Big Are You?

An interesting and thought provoking vlog from my friend Tree.. Would love to hear your observations.. Be Well! ~ Zen

Catching up with life..

Just catching up on what's happened in the world as I slept. This Sundays Zen Live Show "Emortality" @ ZenLiveRadio.net =o)

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Zen Mini~Cast - Feb 17th 09

Starting my day... Beyond tomarrow on Sci Channel, Recent Bdays, Savage Minstral @ TheCafeZen.com & more.

brought to you by Zen Live Radio Host, ZenArcher at TheCafeZen.com

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Twitter: Why Bother?

Interesting Vlog by Tom G (tlg847 on youtube.com) about the Social Networking tool Twitter. If you Twit.. be sure to follow ZenLiveRadio!

Be Well! ~Zen

Another Day 01/16/09

Just some morning thoughts. I hadn't uploaded to Youtube in a while and figured.. what the hell!
Be Well! ~ Zen

Vloggerheads Morning

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Utterly Zen

Test vid

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Another day 01/13/07 - how has your viewing changed?

This video is specific to youtube. Yet the questions in it could apply to any online social networking site. How has your Viewing or reading habits changed since you got here. I would really like to know.

Be Well! ~ Zen Archer

I woke Up ( origional song?)

Just a test of youtubes "blog this" feature to test its settings. So.. Enjoy the little ditty and ignore the post! haha! Be Well! ~ Zen Archer

Cha-Cha-Changes ~ 2008

Hi Everyone!

I hope everyone had a Happy Holiday. Mine was great with family stopping by turkey, ham, chicken pot pies & yes...Deviled Eggs ( ya gotta have Deviled Eggs! ). New Years, I spent with Mom and then with many many online friends at Stickam. It was a perfect start to the year.

I don't do the resolution thing as a rule. Instead a do a re-evaluation of my progress toward my goals. That's what I did this new year as well. But honestly, it's feeling like a resolution! haha! You will notice allot of changes for 2008. I have been busy adding domains, blogs, podcasts, radio shows and more.

I have made some changes to the Balancing Act Blog as well. You no longer need to type that long URL "http://abalancingact.blogspot.com". Since this is my hub for all things "Zen", I have now acquired the domain "http://ZenArcher.net". It's easy to type and more importantly easy to remember! One of my favorite changes is the ability to subscribe via e-mail. Now you don't need to run over to check the site only to find there isn't anything new. Now, each time there is a change to the Blog, you can get a E-mail with a brief "snippet" of the changes. I have allot in store for you so be sure to subscribe!

Many have noticed that I am "back at youtube". That isn't really accurate tho. While I may not have been as active, I never really left. I was still watching videos, commenting and rating, etc. But I have started to upload videos again. You guys seem to like my long ones most. Go Figure! Get ready! I will be doing much more of that! The content will not be changing much. But there will be a few small changes. I like the idea that I am a old school Vlogger. I will be attempting to do other "entertaining videos" and plan to start a series on my philosophy "Karma~Zen". Some of my videos will be specific to where I post them. Others will be General in nature. So don't be surprised to see the same video in multiple places. I currently have accounts at Youtube (my home), Revver, & metacafe. There are some other sites I am also looking to get involved in as well.

Yes you will see alot of small changes. As always, I value your feedback. So Please feel free to tell me what your opinion is of any changes. That doesn't mean I will immediately change it. But, it's helpful in me deciding what "I" want to keep and change. So Off we go on this path for 2008! Walk with me.. Let's Talk.. and Learn.

Be Well! ~ Zen Archer

Viral Video Gatherings

Hi Everyone!

It has been a very trying and very rewarding month for me. I had a wonderful time at the recent "South Tube Gathering" in Atlanta Georgia on the 22nd to 24th of Aug. Then came back and Hosted the "North Coast Vloggers Gathering" in Sandusky Ohio. I have to say that both were very rewarding emotionally and socially for me. AND.. Both were learning experiences. I may speak about that on the "A Zen Life" Podcast later.

Hmarty, TubeGranny, Lemonette, and many others worked very hard on SouthTube and it showed. I am telling ya.. these things need to be about a week long so you have the time to meet and greet all the wonderful vloggers there! The Marietta Convention Center was a perfect venue. There were very nice rooms, a Bar, Restaurant, Gift Shop, and party rooms to go with a very scenic view of the Golf Course. I don't think any of it went to waste with Vloggers around every corner. The Only real problems I had was with transportation and that was my own fault for not planning better. It was a GREAT Time!

Then.. The following weekend the Zen Live Radio Show Hosted a more intimate gathering in Sandusky Ohio. The North Coast Vloggers Gathering. These two events were as different as night and day. We CAMPED in Amish Built Cabins. Had planned both a Skating Party & an Evening at Cedar Point. The Turn out for North Coast was very small, but that was my fault for not giving enough lead time for people to plan. Still, We had a Great time, meeting and hanging out together. So much fun in fact that we have already set next years date for this Annual event. We will be holding the North Coast (Vloggers) Gathering on August 22nd Thru the 24th 2008. MARK IT DOWN NOW and START PLANNING.. You won't want to miss it!

See you at the Zen Live Show Sunday.. Be Well! ~ Zen Archer

North Coast Maps to the Gathering

Okee Folks! Here we go!

North Coast Gathering is in SANDUSKY OHIO tomarrow SEPT 29th & 30th, 2007.

Attached are Maps from the West ( Toledo Ohio ) to the Campgroup and, From the East ( Cleveland Ohio ) to the Camp.

Also Includes Maps from the CampGround to Cedar Point & Ghostly Manor Skateland

All Maps and Directions were gotten from Google. If Looking yourself select your Home Location as Start and 3518 Tiffin Ave. Sanddusky Ohio 44870 and you detination.

SEE YOU THERE!

Be Well! ~ Zen Archer

NorthCoastMaps.rtf - Real Text Format
http://karmazen.org/NorthCoastMaps.rtf

NorthCoastMaps.Doc - Word 6.0 Doc File
http://karmazen.org/NorthCoastMaps.doc

If Maps Do not Download - E-Mail MrZenArcher@Gmail.com and I will E-mail them to you.

NCG Update - Flier downloads

Hi Everyone!

I was notified last night that the Flier for The North Coast Gathering ( in Sandusky Ohio ) wasn't working. My apology for this.. I have moved the Document to the KaramaZen Site and am adding links below for those who would like to download it.

Real text Format: http://karmazen.org/NorthCoastFlyer.rtf
Word 6 format: http://karmazen.org/NorthCoastFlyer.doc

I hope that helps. Please, if you have any problems at all, feel free to e-mail me at MrZenArcher@Gmail.com

North Coast Gathering Updated Info

Hi Everyone...

We have been feverishly working to bring you the most affordable and most fun event we can.. I am happy to say I think we did a hell of a job. Below are two links to the North Coast Vloggers Gathering Flyer. One in is in Microsoft Word 6.0 format, the other is in Rich Text Format. So you should be able to read at least once of them.

As always, any questions, just contact me at: MrZenArcher@Gmail.com .. Don't forget to RSVP to that address if you are planning to attend. I need to send you discount coupons and admission information.

NCVG Flyer - MS Word 6.0
http://download.xdrive.com/s/7075104159HuPG2ZrczcD6owBRiB&partner=plus

NCVG Flyer - RTF format
http://download.xdrive.com/s/7075104159HuPG2ZrczcD6owBRiB&partner=plus

As always... Be Well!~ ZenArcher

Help Us Get the Word Out about NCVG!!!

We ( Zen Live Radio ) are doing this all on our own. Want to help get the word out? Add this Youtube Video to your Profile!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gdvt6oiLNbI

Also Add this Info Link For NCVG!

http://abalancingact.blogspot.com

Even if you are not able to attend, you can help this be a success!

Thanks and Be Well! ~ Zen Archer

North Coast Vloggers Gathering -Camp Info

ALL North Coast Vlogger Gathering Participants MUST R.S.V.P to MrZenArcher@Gmail.com to Participate in NCVG Activities ( Those reserving cabins together may rsvp with One E-mail noting number in party & names of party members )

For those asking for info to reserve your Cabins / Tent Sites.. Here is the Info You need.

North Coast Vlogger Gathering Dates are Sept 29th & 30th 2007
SAY "North Coast Gathering" for Event Rates

CAMP SANDUSKY
3518 Tiffin Ave.
Sandusky Ohio 44870
1-800-431-7448
Camp Sandusky Web Site - http://www.campsandusky.com/
Cabin Info - http://www.campsandusky.com//Cabins/default2.htm
Camp Site Info - http://www.campsandusky.com//Tent/default.htm
Camp Amenities - http://www.campsandusky.com//Amenities/default.htm

note: "Individuals" will pay $12.50 per night and be placed in a cabin with others of the same sex.

Groups should reserve their cabins "together" at the same time. The $12.50 Price is based on 4 people per cabin.
Special pricing has been made for those who would like to share a cabin but have less than 4 in their party. ( see Pricing Schedule below )
All Cabins / Tent Sites include 3 Meals with Beverages.

Cabins have 1-double bed & 2 Bunk Beds - Electric - Charcoal Grill - Picnic Table - Fire Ring

Price per person based on # of occupants are:
4 persons in cabin - $12.50 per person / night ( $25 wk end )
3 persons in cabin - $15.50 per person / night ( $31 wk end )
2 persons in cabin - $22.00 per person / night ( $44 wk end )
1 persons in cabin - $41.00 per person / night ( $82 wk end )

Camp Site ( tent )
$20 per person / per night ($40 wk end )
(Max savings when 1 or 2 people who don't want to SHARE a cabin with others nor pay the higher rate for double or single occupancy, can still tent camp for $20 per night each)

Prices includes:
Amish Cabin/Camp site for Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th,
2 Breakfasts ( All you can eat Pancakes & 1 Sausage Patty with Beverages )
1 Saturday night Pasta Dinner
( All you can eat Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner, 1 Bread Stick, with Beverage )

Reserve your Cabin Early!
Call 1-800-431-4778 to Reserve
Say "North Coast Gathering" for Event Rates

Check-out time is 10:00 a.m. Check-in begins at 2:00 and lasts until the office closes at 10:00 p.m. Welcome packets will be available for people arriving after the office closes.

If you need any other info feel free to contact me AFTER checking the Balancing Act Blog
at http://abalancingact.blogspot.com

As Always - Welcome and Be Well! ~ Zen Archer

Donation Buttons Fixed

As some of you are aware, there has been a problem with the donation button in which people were being charged "shipping" on donations. After a number of phone calls to paypal and some editing this problem is Now SOLVED.

The Donation Button will no longer change shipping. My Sincere apologies for inconvenience.

Thanks for your patience & Be Well! ~ Zen Archer