Martha Stewart, who was quite the charismatic and humorous speaker at BlogHer 2012, where she said that she was honored to share her birthday with us, had some choice words to say about bloggers this week. Really, you absolutely must watch the video to fully grasp the fantastic derision in her words. But let’s review. […]
Google Led Me To You.
Once a year, I delve into the murky waters of my Google Analytics search terms. This year, Google sent 128,531 people to my blog via 39,552 different phrases. Somewhere around search term #19,548 I realized that I couldn’t go on – my eyes were crossing and my brain was melting. So for the first year […]
What A Mommy Wants.
So Ladies. Mother’s Day is quickly approaching. I asked Siri about the specifics, and she reported duly: And, you know, I’m not all about encouraging Mothers to be selfish and to demand what is theirs and all, but MOTHER’S DAY IS OURS. I’m not sure which is better: having children too young to understand the […]
A Teaching Tool for the Internets.
When you come across those people in life who express interest in beginning to use social media for the first time, (You know, like the people who say, “I really need to get on the Twitter!!”), And you want to help them jump in, just share this graphic with them. So. What did I leave […]
The Best Worst Comments.
Sometimes people find my blog, thanks to The Googles. These finders can sometimes have strong opinions, bottled-up anger, or an intense need to vent. These people, who are never regular readers, also don’t understand the context of my blog, which is largely based on the verifiable fact that nearly nothing I say should be taken […]
Housekeeping: How to Update Your Feed.
As I’ve mentioned, I’ve got my new blog design how I like it (and hopefully how you like it, too.) There are some great features to the new design, like categories up there ^^ and over here >> to help you find what you’re looking for. Also, it’s easier to connect with me via social […]
The First Annual Grasping for Creativity Conference.
Chris started asking me what I wanted for Christmas in November. Being a woman and expecting him to read my mind, I didn’t answer. Being a mere mortal man and unable to do so, he continued asking. Sometime in mid-December, he began asking with a greater level of forcefulness. I still ignored his question. But […]
The 15 Stages of Having Nothing to Blog About.
1. Impending Doom – In thinking through one’s long list of blog post ideas…and realizing that there aren’t any. Not a single one. 2. Optimism – Surely something will come to mind. Something always does. It will be totally fine. 3. Annoyance – Clearly, Mental Mutiny is afoot. 4. Blank Stares – THINK, computer screen!! […]
{No Spoilers Enclosed}
I might have dreamed that Chris was Matthew Sunday night. I might have imagined I was living in Downton Abbey all day yesterday. I might be kicking myself for not re-watching Seasons One and Two this summer. I might be scheming about how I could get two days of free time in which to do […]
A Technological Breakdown.
So I don’t usually do two giveaways in a row, but I need you to understand. I HAVE TO DO A GIVEAWAY TODAY. For the ongoing health of my mind, body, and even my soul. I NEED to give you something. (And it’s even worth $500, if that makes it any better.) Let me explain. […]