A Day Maker

Every so often, I come across a YouTube jewel. This 30-second clip is perhaps the best YouTube discovery of my YouTube surfing career. I've watched it probably five times today, and I'm still not over it. Here you go. You can thank me later for making your day.

My Raccoon

In the spirit of touching videos, I thought I would share this one, as well. This artistic, short film chronicles two brothers and their relationship with not only "their" raccoon, but also their relationship with their family and the world. My fascination intensified as I watched the story unfold, and I walked away feeling empowered by the resonant, yet subtle message. "My Raccoon" is about a lot more than a raccoon.

"I think animals are the thing, not people." Money.

my raccoon from matthew salton on Vimeo.

Space Monkey

My dear friend Patrick O'Connell, totally aware of my love of the environment, tweeted at my yesterday:


He was totally right. After clicking the link, I spent the next four minutes watching an incredibly moving and powerful video with a very strong message. Definitely quirky in its own right, this clip is a small reminder of the huge importance of caring for our planet.

Space Monkey from Leo Burnett on Vimeo.

This video is a joint project of the World Wildlife Fund, Leo Burnett and Ben Lee, whose song, "Song for the Divine Mother of the Universe," is featured.

A Tribute

Fifty years ago, Jane Goodall set out to study the then little understood life of chimpanzees. Today, she remains an inspiration to us all and one my biggest role models.





"Only if we understand can we care. Only if we care will we help. Only if we help shall they be saved." - Jane Goodall

Spring has Sprung!

With the erratic and unpredictable weather that's a traditional sign of a Eugene spring, the city that was draped in mostly browns and grays emerges with a new spectrum of vibrant colors as trees and bushes are reborn. Daffodils and tulips splash campus with vibrant patches of life, and fragrant daphne bushes are constant and welcome reminders of the shifting seasons. However, there is one sign of spring that trumps all others: cherry blossoms. Against the backdrop of a blue sky, there is no other flower, tree, or bush that screams spring more. A swift wind comes along and the sky is filled with a spring "snow," as the streets are covered in the light, pink blanket of spring.