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A script for generating ruled writing paper

A script for generating ruled writing paper

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TOPICS: Lofi

Printing Attachments

Hello all!

I've been searching high and low for a way to create a rule in Entourage that would print just an attachment in an email. for instance, Agendas sent by staff etc.

I can't find one. The work around I've attempted is to have attachments sent directly to a folder on my hard drive. Now I'm searching for an Applescript that will print any "new" document that's just been added to that folder.

I can't find one. As you can see, it's driving me a bit crazy. Any ideas would be apprecieated. Thanks in advance!

43f Forum Wishlist items?

43f Forum Wishlist items?

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ISO Merlin's GTD implementation

ISO Merlin's GTD implementation

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Better iCal Event Notifications?

Better iCal Event Notifications?

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TOPICS: Mac OS X

Charge Account Hack

Charge Account Hack

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TOPICS: Life Hacks

GTD Actions? Need a boost

I'm not sure if I've started down the GTD path "the right way". I stay really busy ALL THE TIME and didn't read the GTD book.

Instead, I listened to the audio book in my car while driving between home, work, and client sites. The audio book definitely has made me a believe in the system!

You can imagine, however, how difficult it may be to implement the system when you don't have the book to refer back to :)

Anyway, I figured I'd try the Outlook Add-In Trial. I'm on my second day using it and I've already cleared my inbox! :)

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Take-out menu hack

Take-out menu hack

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TOPICS: Life Hacks

Anne Lamont documentary on Boston PBS tonight (Wed 12/14)

(cross posted to the 43Folders Group)

Anne Lamott was the subject of one of Merlin's posts a few months ago. Tonight a PBS channel called "WGBX World" is showing a documentary about her (thanks TiVo Wish List). This channel is #209 on my local Comcast digital cable lineup (I'm south of Boston).

If you are interested, here's the description and link:

"Bird by Bird With Annie: A Portrait of Anne Lamott" Episode #408.
Filmmaker Freida Lee Mock's depiction of the life and career of author Anne Lamott.

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Help! Vanishing Point problem

Help! Vanishing Point problem

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TOPICS: Lofi
 
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