ICal Email Notifications

I have had this problem for years, but I'm finally searching for an answer. I get this message when trying to set up an email notification in iCal "You must add your own card and email address in Address Book to be able to use mail alerts."
I have went to all places (mail, iCal, address book) and their preferences and NOWHERE do I see somewhere for me to "add my own card."
I'm lost :-).
Thanks in advance

Hey there,
I had the same issue and was able to find the answer in another discussion.
You just need to highlight the card in Address Book and then choose "Make This My Card" in the "Card" menu.
Best,
Tom

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Best,
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