Drumroll For De Blogroll
Finally. It took four months, but I’ve just compiled a blogroll. Considering that’s less time than it takes my crowned teeth to tackle taffy, I figure I’m making good progress.
One of the conditions of my publishing contract is to have an author website as well as engagement in other social media. To be sure, I fretted and sweated over this one. I’m by nature a private person. You won’t find me on Dr. Phil discussing how I enjoy sniffing boots or prancing in petticoats or soiling myself in abandonment.
Time to buck up. It was either assume a pen name and write anonymously, thus making it even more challenging for readers to locate me, or start a blog as myself. Deciding on the latter, it’s no surprise I play peek-a-boo behind humor.
Nonetheless, it’s been easier than I imagined. Except for a few moments of panic wondering whether I’ve revealed too much and some recent second thoughts prompting removal of a goofy self-photo, I’ve been fairly comfortable with my journey. But best of all? I had no idea how much I would enjoy online interaction, especially the verbal tag with so many wise and witty people. No small talk necessary. Just straight to the good stuff.
Some have questioned how an introvert can adapt to the “social” in social media. To me, that is most easily answered by the following passage from Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking by Susan Cain, a book to which I can only ask, “Where have you been all of my life?” The following is taken from page 63:
“[Introverts] welcome the chance to communicate digitally. The same person who would never raise his hand in a lecture hall of two hundred people might blog to two thousand, or two million, without thinking twice. The same person who finds it difficult to introduce himself to strangers might establish a presence online and then extend these relationships into the real world.”
Although I certainly do not have two million let alone two thousand readers (thanks for rubbing that in my face, Susie-Q), I do have some pretty great people who, like a fiber-fed colon, drop by regularly. The fact that you—yeah, I’m talking to you—actually read my posts and sometimes click the “like” button or take the time to comment, means more than this emotion-challenged cynic can express.
Since I can’t tell you personally, which would require face-to-face interaction, not to mention eye contact, I extend my gratitude by composing a blogroll page (look up; yep, there it is). Although there are many blogs I enjoy, I tried to include those whose creators frequent my own site or take the time to engage me on theirs. It is inevitable I forgot someone, so know that if you don’t see your site, it’s because, to quote my son, I’m a “jiggly old hag of Ohio.” To which I take offense. After all, I work out. (As for the old and the hag, eh, I can live with those.) I will, however, periodically update my page and add to it when I discover any dimwitted omissions.
Listed is a wide variety of blogs, some for their writing tips, some for their wit, some for sharing new worlds with me, and others that, well, I just can’t look away from even though I know I should (oh, you know who you are).
So please take some time to check out my list. Some great talent lies there—far more than you’ll find from the hag of Ohio…
All images from Microsoft Clip Art (tired of reading that yet?)
109 Responses to “Drumroll For De Blogroll”
My favorite movies are Silence of the Lambs and Wizard of Oz. It makes sense in my brain!
I’m so glad you stopped by, August, because I just realized I don’t have your blog on my list, and it certainly should be. I mentioned in my post that dimwitted omissions were likely, and this is one. I’ve picked up such useful info on your blog, writing-related or not. And one of my favorite blog posts of all time was your story of your feminine mishap on the treadmill in the gym (I think I’ll leave it at that…) I relayed that story to my husband and was laughing so hard, I don’t think he could even understand me.
I like your style!
Thank you! Style is not often a word used in a sentence describing me…
I heard you are giving out a prize for the 100 comment to this post! :+)
Um, no, not me…another blogger, perhaps? At least, this is the first I’m hearing about it.
Okay, I just realized you were joking. I didn’t realize I was at 99 comments. You had me going there for a moment…
I’m sorry I just couldn’t help myself. I stopped by and saw 99 comments. I thought maybe a car give way or somthing. You get a car…you get a car….
Must be Friday
Wow, you jumped straight to a car giveaway. What, no Amazon gift card or signed copy of a book? Just straight to the big time. Guess I better start counting my change…
I’d like a blue one please. :+)
I’m so flattered to be on your blogroll. Really, you’ve no idea. OK maybe you have a little bit. I’m just so thrilled. You’ve been so welcoming of me and my new little blog.
Something about me, something an introvert would not usually tell you, but shall, cause you’re my friend..OK, here we go…I have recently discovered after 25 years of knowing her, my best friend. I know, I’m real slow. We are related by marriage and at a family weekend away last year, got drunk and spilled all our fears and worries to each other. Since then we are best texting friends. Nothing is too silly to tell her, and she makes me laugh.
Well, we introverts aren’t known for our ability to warm up quickly to others. 25 years? Eh, I can see that happening. It’s nice that you were able to find someone you’re comfortable with.
I really enjoy your blog. Not only can I relate to so many of your entries, but you have a knack for saying a lot in a few words, which, when you read as many blogs as I do, is a great find!
I do tend to write for my own attention span as well.
Thank you for including me on your blogroll! I am really honored!
x
You’re welcome. As the one who inspired me to get out of my dungeon and reclaim my sunny writing space, you belong on the list!
I know you have a bushel and a peck of these, but this is the first one (blog award) that I have had the opportunity to pass-along and you were one of the first on my list to share the love with so here you go – another the Sunshine Award. Wear in good health. – Nikki
Thank you so much for thinking of me! The recognition is always appreciated. And one can never have too much sunshine (well, one’s skin can, but one’s serotonin levels can’t…)
I appreciate you sending some sunshine my way!
Hello. Loved today’s post. You boldly put part of you out there, witty smart girl! Just so you get to know something about me, I tell you this: I will drop almost anything to go horesback riding with my two amigos. We three laugh and carry on, while we enjoy our horses. It’s as close to utopia as it gets. Tag, you’re it.
Would you believe I’ve never been on a horse? And I grew up in North Dakota. But I’ve never really been in a rural setting or been exposed to them. I’m sure it’s quite liberating, though I suspect I’d end up with a bruised coccyx and numb thighs…
Thanks for stopping by and sharing a tidbit! (By the way, my above admission was MY shared tidbit…)
I am flattered and honored to be included in your blog roll! I look forward to your posts, as they are always funny or educational or inciteful (or a combination of all of these) and to think that you think enough to include me has made my day, and it came at a time when a compliment such as this is greatly appreciated. Thank you!
You’re very welcome. I have come by some useful writing tools from your blog, and I suspect others will as well.
And how kind of you to say some of my posts are educational…I’m sure you are referring to my placental craft piece and my man baby in diapers exposé…knowledge no one should do without…
So here I am, finally catching up on my blog reading after a hectic few days. I just sat down with tea and cookies to read yours… imagine my shock to see my name first on the list of writing blogs! Thank you for including me, and thanks, mom and dad, for not naming me Zena.
Yes, you did land right at the top of the pile, didn’t you?! Which is probably fortuitous, because after readers get fed up with my adolescent humor, they can go straight to a more dignified blogger…
Thanks for including me in your blog roll! After wierding you out about your picture, I thought I’d never get included, even with the “naughty” blogs.
There are a lot of blogs on there to check out–I’m afraid I’m mostly familiar with my fellow naughties!
If I hadn’t gone alphabetically, you would have been first in the naughty category. I suspect that pleases you. But I pride myself on following many different types of blogs. One should always keep an open mind. Besides, I need to pride myself on something. My boys suck everything else right out of me…
Hey! Thank you. I just noticed I am on your blogroll
So appreciated. Do I have to say something about myself now? I write songs, I have two cats, I swim, I work in IT and the pub up the road from me Robert Burns drank in many years ago 
You’re welcome. I needed some sophisticated writer/bloggers to elevate my drivel.
You sound like a busy guy. Now, can you write a song while swimming in front of your cats and a beer-drinking Robert Burns? Of course, to pull of the latter, you may need to travel back in time a couple centuries or so. But you work in IT, so you should easily be able to pull that off…
Well being called sophisticated is a first for me
My cats are too sensible to go near water! Did I not mention time travelling 
Here’s my thought for today – songs are our time machines. You hear a favourite song and you are immediately transported back to that time and place where it became meaningful to you. Aw no that wasn’t sophisticated was it 
Oh, but it’s so true. I say that to whoever will listen all of the time! For example, whenever I hear a song from the Cranberries “Bury the Hatchett” CD, I am taken back to my second pregnancy, because I listened to that CD non-stop then. Unfortunately, I had terrible morning sickness, so the songs are forever linked with nausea. But the point remains the same…
While I feel honoured and grateful to be on your blogroll, I won’t consider myself to have really made it until I feature in one of your freaky dreams!
Yes, it’s about time someone from across the Atlantic entered my nocturnal musings. In fact, I’ll likely have a nightmare about you gumming those baby crackers you mentioned awhile back…
Clever way of hiding your blogroll. Dorks like me had to read comments to find it. Above? Where? Just kidding. I like it there–you can add more without having to scroll way down to the bottom of your sidebar. Now I feel bad that I never take time to do the blogroll thingy. Someday I’m going to have spare time on my hands and do that (yeah, right!).
I loved that quote on introverts. It fits me to a tee. The online blogging world is lots of fun…but it would be terrifying to meet everyone in person. My dog gets excited to meet strangers…but I cringe and try to hide (unless they bring gifts of chocolate…and then I’ll talk their ear off and be their best friend).
And lastly, I liked your self-portrait the other day. It was great! Don’t you dare delete it. I don’t know what Ohioans look like generally, so you might fit that category…but you’re definitely no hag.
I figured since the blogroll was so long, I should post it as a static page instead of in the sidebar. Plus, it allowed me to divide it up into categories.
I see, like me, you are easily swayed by chocolate. Nothing wrong with that!
I had to take the photo down–I worried too much over it being out there in cyberspace. All I need is for someone to do mean things to it with photoshop. Of course, that would be someone who definitely needs less time on his/her hands. And thanks for thinking I’m not a hag. I like to believe I have a few good years left, anyway…
My cat’s name is Diva, and she certainly lives up to her name.
I can’t think of a better name for a cat. Well, maybe Prissy…
I hate passionfruit, I think it looks, smells and tastes like vomit. Literally.
I’m embarrassed to say I don’t even know what passion fruit is. But I will definitely be avoiding it now.
Carrie, I once drove from CT to PA with my best friend for Carvel Soft Serve Pistachio Ice Cream. LOL. I hate nuts in my ice cream, but I love pistachio.
That must be some pretty great ice cream!
I can’t stand nuts in my ice cream either, but I’ll never refuse a brownie piece or two.
Brownie is cool, so are chocolate chips. Nuts just make me crazy in ice cream.
Hmm, favorites. That’s so hard. Most movie trailers leave me flat, so I don’t see many these days. I do enjoy “Castle” and “Body of Proof” on TV…. Favorite food is chocolate, chocolate, chocolate. Favorite restaurant is Jaleo in DC, where I will eat many things other than chocolate.
There. I thought of a few!
I like “Castle”, too, but they better speed up this animosity between Castle and Beckett–I’m growing impatient.
And you already know I’m with you on the chocolate!
As always, thanks for coming by!
Yes, wrap it up, please! But one of my pet peeves is shows dragging on the “will they or won’t they” them. Too often, getting the characters together is the kiss of death for creativity. We’ll see what happens here!
Ugh! I need a separate keyboard for my notebook. I’ve pounded out too many words on it.
“will they or won’t they” THEME!
I agree–sometimes it’s best to let the tension simmer. Adding a triangle is always a good ploy, too…
Like a hot English cop for Kate?
Now you’re talking!
So there’s another book for introverts… the one I know is called “Introvert Power”, and, as usual, I’ve forgotten the author. I always enjoy your humor. Didn’t know you were hiding behind it. I’m still scared about those comments out there forever – so that strikes a chord.
Favorite movie: “The Princess Bride”, if I have to pick. Favorite TV show in the last decade is one that was already off the air when my family discovered it: “Firefly” – so well-written. (thank heavens for DVD’s. I watch as little commercial TV as possible.) If there’s a food I would drive 50 miles for, it would have to involve chocolate. Weird fetishes? Not ready to go there…
It looks like that book is by Laurie Helgoe. Thanks for bringing it to my attention. May have to check that one out.
I never watched “Firefly”, but I’ve heard really good things about it. I like Nathan Fillion in Castle, though he’s now a few pounds heavier…
And I’m with you on the chocolate. Before we had a Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory down the street, I would drive to the one 25 minutes away. Of course, it was also near the Cheesecake Factory, so I’d of course have to eat dessert there and then buy the chocolate and save it for the next day.
Helgoe, yes, that’s it. She’s a psychologist or psychiatrist.
I’ve seen the first two seasons of “Castle”, but not on the air. My 17-year-old son is following them online, and I buy the season at the end of the year. That way I can watch them all in order without risking missing any. This is important because I like the continuing plot line better than the mysteries. (Too many plot flaws). “Firefly” has only a few episodes total (and then there’s the movie “Serenity” that more or less finishes it.) The characters are just wonderful.
I saw “Serenity”. Didn’t realize it was a follow-up to “Firefly.”
Well, THANK YOU for making me part of your blogroll (I love the rolls in the photo by the way, they looks delicious!). I feel honored and very inspired, especially since you put me in the “inspirational” category.
Favorite movie(s): The Shawshank Redemption, Cast Away, Big Fish, It’s a Wonderful Life, Elf, The Princess Bride…
TV shows: I liked Lost until they lost me. Desperate Housewives has run its course but I love the wit and sarcarsm (great lines). Body of Proof, Once Upon a Time and Modern Family probably are my favorite right now.
Favorite food (I can’t believe you didn’t ask!): Nutella. But you knew that already. You’d think I get a commission every time I mention the name. Maybe I should ask for it…
Favorite food I’d drink 50 miles to find: Nutella, of course! Sorry but with gas at $4.20/gallon here, I’d not driving to getting food. Except Nutella if I had to.
Fetish: spotting typos everywhere (except your blog, which is flawless).
Thanks again!
Well, to me your blog is inspirational, because you spot the things in life that many of us look past–like your tow-truck driver’s golden eyes!
And thanks for dishing out the goods. I always love learning more about the bloggers I follow. We stuck with “Lost” until the end. I enjoyed it, but I tend to avoid those kind of shows now. Takes a lot to invest in them. I also watch “Desperate Housewives” and agree its time has come, but this season has been really good. And “Modern Family”? Definitely a favorite in our house.
Now, I must put Nutella on my grocery list. Oh, and by the way, I believe the hockey puck that hit me in the head was named Wilson, just like the soccer ball in “Cast Away”…
I did watch every single episode of Lost but the end was a little too “religiousy” for me and I didn’t get it.
Interesting point on noticing things other people may not notice. My kids are even better at this than I am. My eldest can walk in any room/building and tell you what’s been changed since he last visited, even if it was months before. Overall we love finding the hidden, like cool looking cloud shapes. I even found a hidden image in a cliff recently and I bet thousands of people have walked by it and never noticed it. I’d share it here but I can’t insert an image. It’s on one of my FB photo albums but we’d have to be connected to share, I think. Argh.
Yeah, I’m not on Facebook. Yet, anyway. Maybe you’ll work it into a blog post someday.
I wish my kids noticed things like yours do. Maybe then they’d notice their belongings I lay at the base of the stairs, hoping they’ll take them up to their rooms. Which they never do…
Ok, I’ll send it to you by email because it’s too good to miss. My kids don’t notice any of their toys laying around either. Once in a while, they’ll step on them and get hurt, then complain to ME for leaving them on the floor! Must be a male thing…
Love this post! And I totally gotta figure out how to do a blog roll. Hmm.. This WordPress, sometimes d’em buttons so hard to figure out. Thank you for sharing! And well, since I already share WAY too much on my blog, I’ll keep my secrets to my lair.
So great to see your posts! I swear, you make it addictive to read you humor. Pacing it out for us fans. Thanks for giving us our fix!
Pink.
Thank goodness for bloggers like you, so the rest of us can continue to hide behind jokes and nuances. Much of what you write is so visceral, that I think many of us can relate to it, whether we’ve been in the exact situation or not.
And thanks for the kind words. I am a rather infrequent blogger–only two posts per week–but if that keeps you coming around, I’ll leave it at that.
Well, I can’t have you looking like a fool!
*Movie that I Can Watch Anytime: Shawshank Redemption
*Favorite Chick Flick: Beaches, P.S. I Love You (tie)
*Food I’d Drive 50 Miles for: Grouper Salad at the Provision Company in Southport, NC
*Favorite Music: Southern Gospel/Contemporary Christian
*Biggest Pet Peeve: people who misuse prepositional phrases, such as “between you and I” — folks, “I” is a subject pronoun. When you use a preposition, you have to use an object pronoun, therefore you should say “between you and ME!” That is followed closely by people who don’t know the difference between there/their/they’re, your/you’re, and it’s/its. Sorry — it’s the English major in me!
*Celebrity Crushes: Gerard Butler, Zac Efron, Channing Tatum, Sean Connery
*Celebrities that I Wouldn’t Mind Not Ever Hearing About Again: Brangelina, Lindsay Lohan, Kim Kardashian, Justin Bieber, and Lady Gaga (or as I commonly refer to her “Lady Gag-Me”)
*Weirdest Fact About Me: I usually use a straw when drinking from a glass. I cannot stand it when I’m getting the last of my beverage and the ice shifts, touching my upper lip and nose.
*Another weird fact about me: I cannot roll my tongue, but I can touch my nose with my tongue. Why touching my nose with my tongue doesn’t bother me and ice touching my tongue DOES bother me, I do not know.
I hope you are still speaking to me after I’ve dished. It’s understandable if you don’t!
Sandy
Certainly not! I thank you kindly for your dishiness! It’s fun to learn about other bloggers. “Shawshank Redemption”–what a great movie! And I’m with you on the grammar slip-ups, though I imagine I’ve made plenty myself. But usually when I do, it’s from typing too fast–not from being unaware of the differences. As for your tongue trick, maybe you should videotape yourself doing it and put it on You Tube. Apparently everyone else does…
But finally, let’s address this crush thing. I’m please to see you included Gerard Butler and Sean Connery, because little Zac Efron is barely out of diapers…
Thanks so much for dropping by and playing along. Always fun for me!
Aw … thank you so much for including me!
Wow, you really did your homework. Impressive 
I’m so so happy to have found your site. I have a horrible [insecure-and-gives-
Ditto above, it’s way past time for me to update my blogroll.
me-nightmares-to-know-my-thoughts-are-hanging-out-there-in-cyberspace] time leaving comments (I’m definitely a face to face kind of gal… HATE small talk tho.) but your site is one that always feels “safe.” Lucky you.
Thank you again! And now I’ll bore you with my details: Fave movie: “Being There” It’s slow, but it cracks me up how everyone is so delusional. And I love the ending! (Not the same as in the book.) TV show: The Daily Show/Colbert Report. Food item: Ratatouille Crepe at the Burro Alley Cafe, Santa Fe. Weirdest Fetish: [Define "fetish" ... ? LOL]
I hear you. Every time I post a comment, I realize it is out there forever. A scary thought to be sure. But for those of us in this game, the marketing is essential. I guess that’s why I like the blogging world. Does not seem like marketing–more like fun. And I really do enjoy engaging in the back-and-forth.
It has been a long time since I’ve seen “Being There.” That’s one I should watch again. Peter Sellers was great. And I love “The Daily Show,” but I never watch it anymore, because I don’t stay up that late. I need to start recording it–then I could watch it in the kitchen while I make supper. Of course, that’s usually when I watch Dr. Phil…
I’ll be waiting on that fetish of yours…
Oh yeah! I need to make a blog roll! I am adding that to my to-do list.
Thankfully, it took one thing off of my list. Of course, for everything I accomplish, there’s three more things that need to be done…
Confused.. I don’t see a blog roll. Crap. I have to go look up “blog roll” because I just realized I’m not sure what it is. Oh well..Good for You ! lol
oh hey, what’s this button. Ooh! I found it. Oh hey, I’m on it! Score!
Inspirational. Wow.. Thanks sister
Yes, I cleverly hid my blogroll by making it a static page instead of hanging out in my side bar. Not sure why. Just like to be different, I guess. Plus, it’s fun to make people try and find it like I did with you.
I always enjoy your life musings and witty comments, so of course you have a spot on my blogroll. Plus, your Saudi Arabia address helps my country stats…
oh.. then I’ll be sure to log in from Bahrain too, next time I’m there
p.s.
driving= pistachio french macaroons
movies= Pride & Prej or Crouching Tiger
fetish= decorated eggs and hoop skirted ballgowns
Ha ha! That’s right–you like those ballgowns, don’t you? Maybe you are the one “prancing in petticoats” as I mentioned in the post.
See? All of your choices listed in your comment prove you are classier than me. I would drive 50 miles for a lump of chocolate while I watch a favorite movie like “Planes, Trains, and Automobiles.” Not very classy at all, I fear…
classy is over-rated. I’m the only person I know who thought The Big Lebowski was the stupidest movie wasting 2 hours of my life I’d never get back. I’m fairly convinced everybody who hears me say that assumes I’m a cretin. class is subjective, grasshoppah!
Well, it should make you feel better to know I’ve never seen “The Big Lebowski.” Didn’t seem to be my cup of tea. Hey, I feel classier already! Thanks for the two second therapy.
Hey girlie! Thanks so much for including me! You know I love your blog/sarcasm/wit/humor. By blogging, I’ve been fortunate enough to meet some awesome people like you, for which I am very grateful!
As far as favs? One of my fav movies is an Alfred Hitchcock classic called Rear Window. I do love shows like Castle, Criminal Minds. I might be a sucker for American Idol but that’s because I think Steven Tyler has it going on…:)
I always enjoy reading your blog. Your courage to put your creative writing out there impresses me.
I’ve seen all the old Hitchcock movies. Loved “Rear Window”, but I think “Dial M for Murder” was my favorite. Talk about a clever storyteller. I like “Castle” too, but I’m getting a little annoyed by the will they/won’t they get together thing.
As for Steven Tyler–he sure likes to accessorize, doesn’t he? He would be disturbed with my minimalist look…
Crubin,
I feel a small victory when I read “de” blogroll…
Le Très Fier Clown
As you should, although I must admit, I went with it for the alliteration…(as it should probably be “le” anyway, but hey, mes jours français sont finis.)
Carrie,
Thank you for putting me in a different section of your blogroll than Le Clown.
Sincerely,
Stacie
Stacie,
You’re totally stealing Dotty’s act. I expect you to be more original.
Le Clown
As I mentioned earlier in response to your lovely comment, dear Stacie, it’s up to you whether you stay out of the naughty bin or not…
I work from home and homeschool my youngest (not for much longer), so I don’t see too many people in the course of my day. I’m an introvert, but blogging has kept me connected to the world beyond my house. I’m really bad at facebook and twitter, but blogging has led me to some great folks. Oh, I’d drive 50 miles for just about anything tasty. I’ve done it many, many times!
I’m so glad you stopped by. When I saw your Gravatar image, it dawned on me I haven’t read too many of your posts lately. Are you not blogging as often? Of course, it sounds like you are busy enough. I have great admiration for parents who homeschool. Something that used to be frowned upon is now being recognized for its pretty great outcomes. So, my hats off to you. My sister did it for a few years, and I know how hard she worked.
We have an amazing grilled cheese restaurant about 45 minutes from us. But that doesn’t stop us from going. Sometimes you just need that naughtiness.
Carrie! I was so excited to see you added a blogroll. I’m the lazy type of troll…as in, I love on-line stalking but I’d prefer the people I already like do all the leg work for me. I was SHOCKED to see my name on the list, which probably takes your credibility down a notch. Not to me of course. You’ve made the list of people I will thank monetarily once my lottery numbers hit. Please stand by.
My favorite TV show? Although we seem to have a tv in every room, it’s usually stuck on ESPN or Disney. Until I was left alone in my house (probably by accident) I didn’t even realize we were capable of getting other channels. So, I read. A lot. And now thanks to you, I have a lot more material. You rock, by the way.
I always enjoy reading your blog, and as I told the other fitness blogger on my list, I need to make readers aware that I really do prioritize fitness despite my endless comments about my love of chocolate! But seriously, I admire how you promote fitness in a realistic manner and discuss the setbacks and difficulties that can arise along the road.
I hear you on the ESPN. Now that my oldest is a teenager, it’s his preferred channel. I think I’d rather go back to the Disney channel. At least when he watched that he didn’t roll his eyes and grunt at me.
I love being one of the fiber-fed drops. You keep writing, and I mean it! Your blog is outstanding! Thanks for listing mine on your blog-roll. Honored!
Thank you for the very kind words. This cynic is a-smilin’. And of course I’d have you on my blogroll. You’ve been here since day one, and through your own wonderful blog, have educated me on the publishing and marketing process. Your book trailer was wonderful. I suspect come September, I may be seeking you out for some marketing advice. Or at least asking you how you survived book signings without needing to go on Prilosec!
You will be just fine!
Prilosec? I’d go straight for Vailium.
Ha ha! Will do!
Thanks for including me, and even more for finding my ramblings inspirational. I’m very flattered and will continue to do my best!
As for a food I’d drive 50 miles for – we used to only get Dairy Queen blizzards when we were on road trips. Oreo cookie every time!
To the question about favorite movie, I’m actually working on a blog right now on a related topic. Get ready for it!
Is there anything more sad than someone who doesn’t live near a Dairy Queen?! And I’m not talking about your life in Germany, because I don’t suspect they have them there, but here in the US? Oh my dear, that’s tragic. We have a Dairy Queen/Orange Julius, a Cold Stone Creamery, and a Hershey’s ice cream all within 3/4 of a mile of us. Everytime I eat a blizzard (my preference is Snickers), I’ll think of you. (That will be while I’m doing massive cardio to burn off that blizzard.)
I always enjoy reading the blogs of Americans living abroad. Takes me back to my days as an Au Pair in Paris. I look forward to the movie blog post!
Wow! What a great list! Thanks for including me… and I can’t wait to check out some of these others that I haven’t seen before.
Fave movie? That’s tough. I don’t see many anymore, so all my faves are pretty outdated. Love to watch Whitney, Parks & Rec, Community, Psych, House Hunters and even (guilty pleasure) Say Yes to the Dress (don’t judge me).
I’m a sucker for Goodberry’s Custard. Thankfully, it’s just down the street. In Atlanta, I used to love Barker’s Hot Dogs. And other great foods I’d order in Charleston: shrimp and grits and also fried green tomatoes. In New Orleans: gumbo and a “Debris” sandwich at Mother’s. Divine!!!!
Ooh, I don’t know what’s in a “Debris” sandwich, but with a name like that, I would love to try it! That custard sounds good, too, but it probably isn’t found as far north as Ohio.
I’ve never heard of “Say Yes to the Dress,” and really, I am in no position to judge since I admit to watching “Dancing with the Stars.” I haven’t watched those sitcoms, but I’ve heard the last two you listed are really funny. Just so little time, so many good shows… I tend to stick more with dramas, but my family does love the Wednesday ABC comedy shows.
Thanks so much for dropping by!
Fetish? I’m thinking…. do I have any usual fetishes? I don’t know what other words favorite TV show or favorite movie hmmm? :+) I don’t know. This may take some thought. I can say Thank You for including me on your Blog roll. I did check before I read your post shamless of me :+) I’m thankful to see my name. Getting into the fetal postion this early in the day is just embarrassing. I’m honored actually to be included.
I find as a newly discovered introvert myself that being around people and talking to them in person can be for me utterly exhausting so the online conversations leave me feeling much better and not so drained. I’ve learned that when I am around people that I will probably need some recovery time. Strange, but knowing this about myself is a huge help. I will give it some thought as far as the get to know you question. Not having an about page myself or putting up photos of myself I give you applause for that. It was nice to see your picture. I guess I’m slow to get to know in some way.
You should really check out Susan Cain’s book. I think it will help your understanding of introversion even more. My copy is so marked up, it’s kind of scary.
I so much appreciate you stopping by and sharing your insights. Always a pleasure to have you here.
Thank You Carrie! You inspire me to be a better writter and your attention to detail with your own writting is very impressive. I will check out her book I will write the title down right now. I did score very high on the introvert test. I think the little bit I’ve already learned will help me with the busy summer company that we usually get. It’s usually a pretty stressful time for me, but I think having this new understanding about myself will acually help. :+)
I think it will. I waited forever to get the book from the library (was #567 in line), but when I finally got it, after a few pages, I knew I needed my own copy to mark up. So I went to the bookstore the next day and bought it, even though it’s still only in hardcover. Now I can dog tag and pencil mark ad nauseum.
Oh, by the way, thanks for the nice compliment!
Your welcome :+)
James Brown sang it best….”So good….so good!!”
Well, thank you! And as a special bonus to everyone, I will not record myself singing James Brown and post the video on my blog. I will save that special treat for my adolescent boys. They love it when I sing to them…
Thanks for stopping by!
If you are going to sing and record….you’ve just gotta dance, too!! I can see it now….lookin’ so good!!
snort snort (I never snort twice) Image was too good to pass by…snort snort….see? there I go again……….
Well, if the dancing is mandatory, I’m going to go with LMFAO’s “Sexy and I Know it.” My boys really love it when I get going on that one.
And for the record, I have no problem with double, or even triple, snorts…
You’re on…………..another contest? Award? Yeah…Award works for me. Now for the name…..
Hey, I’m proud of you…I didn’t even know what a blogroll was!
Always aiming to educate, I am! Now you have no excuse but to start your own. And now I have to go check if I’ve pushed the follow button on your blog. Seeing that horse Gravatar reminds me that I haven’t seen it for awhile! I’m glad you stopped by.
Ooooh. I see I made the naughty list. Lol.
Thanks for the link. Your post actually reminded me that I need to update my blogroll. I think I still have links pointing to blogs that died before I was born, if that’s even possible.
Oh, anything’s possible. And yes, although your blog mostly falls under funny and sarcastic, there is a little of the naughty, so you got relegated to that pile. And I suspect you wouldn’t want it any other way…
yeah that’s fine. The bad boys usually get the most attention anyway.