Happy Blog-o-versary to me! and, tell me all about you...
One year ago today I began this blogging adventure. Thanks to the pioneering efforts of women like Grrl, Tertia, and Julie, I decided what the heck and plunged right in.
It has been one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done. Blogging got me through IVF, pregnancy, and of course, the horrific loss of my sons. Without this outlet, and the amazing and fabulous support of those that read this blog, I don’t think I could have survived. I’m not being dramatic when I say that—it’s really true.
This blog would not exist without you readers. So I thought
I would totally rip off take a cue from Tertia and ask you all to tell me about
yourselves.
So here are a few questions I totally copied adapted from
Tertia’s survey. Answer them however you like. Feel free to give one-word
answers or to hijack my blog and write an essay. Be as honest as you like.
Seriously.
1. What do we have in common? Infertility? Fatness? Politics? Loss?
2. What DON’T we have in common? One of the most interesting things about this blog has been the development of friendships with people like Anne—we’re on a different page about so many things, but we’ve come to support each other anyway.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit?
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? You have all been so generous and kind already about my writing, but I’m not seeking more ego stroking here (ok, maybe I am. So what?). I’m just curious.
5. Do you comment? If so, awesome (it's really about more of that ego gratification)! If not, why? I know I read more blogs than I can possibly comment on, although I do try to comment on everyone’s blogs once in a while. I read over 60 (holy shit!) a day now, and if I commented too I’d never get anything done.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Be creative. But don't ask me about when I lost my virginity (I was 14--eek!).
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
I doubt we’ll be able to come close to Tertia’s 600+ replies (I am SO totally jealous!) but let’s give it a good try! Delurk and comment today!
Happy Anniversary, Wasted Birth Control! Now, that's not a sentence you see every day.
happy blogaversary!
1. all of the above, but with variations. i can relate, which is part of why i enjoy reading what you have to say.
2. so far, i've seen more commonalities than things we don't have in common. a big one is that you are in recovery, and i am the child of an alcoholic (my dad). so, though we are on two different sides of addiction, that's still common ground.
3. i'm pretty sure that i found you via a comment you made on one of the other blogs i read. that, or julie's blogroll.
4. i like your frank, unapologetic entries. i wish i could emulate your open style on my own journal, but i just can't bring myself to write publicly like you do.
5. i do comment, though like you i have so many that i check during the course of the day that i don't comment every day on every blog on every entry. whew! that would be a career unto itself.
6. so far i am absolutely not sick of the topics you've covered.
7. i say talk about the things of interest and importance to you. i confess that i haven't been regularly reading long enough to have developed a burning curiosity about anything in particular.
8. texas!
9. hmm...i'm going to have to come back to #9 a little later in the afternoon. i must ruminate/percolate/etc. to devise the best question ever.
10. http://www.luckyhazel.com <--this is the splash page, the actual blawg is at http://www.luckyhazel.com/wish
Posted by: wix | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 12:50 PM
okay, i'm back again (already!). i don't know if this falls under #7 or #9, maybe a little bit of both. my request/question is that you program your dream film festival in the 24-hour-fest style. think of it as a mix tape of movies.
i wrote a little bit about film, q&a style, in my blawg, in case you'd like to see what kind of film person i am. http://tinyurl.com/4azqd <--the real link is just too, too ugly.
Posted by: wix | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 12:56 PM
1. We have fat in common. As far as I know I'm not infertile, but who knows what the future may hold.
2. My political beliefs pretty much line up with yours, but I don't like movie theater popcorn. Also, I'm a grammar grinch and a spelling nazi. I am a bit of a computer geek, though I can't do awesome designy things like Andreah, only grunt work like getting and keeping things running. I do Mac and Windows.
3. I think I found your blog through grrl, who posted a little about your loss
4. I like the discussion of big fat asses, as I own one myself. I also sort of read your story like a novel, hoping for the best for you. And your fabulous writing, of course :)
5. I comment when I think I have anything to add about a subject, which is pretty seldom. I mostly lurk on blogs I read.
6. Can't think of anything I want you to shut up about, really.
7. I am a fan of giant ass talk, always, but yeah, films you like, how the current regime in this country is majorly jacked, etc.
8. Lovely Southern California. Um, the inland part.
9. Um. I dunno. How's it going?
10. I have a blog, but if I got the kind of traffic advertising on your site might get me, Verizon would be very unhappy with me for running a server at home. And I don't want to give up the control that running my own server provides me, nor do I want to pay for a better connection ;)
Posted by: Jessica | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 01:09 PM
Happy Anniversary!
1. What do we have in common? Infertility..Politics..
2. What DON’T we have in common? I am one of those (annoying) people who has never worried about weight..except a few pounds here and there.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit? Mmm..I don't remember...
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? You are very honest..I love your style of writing, and I love that you acknowledge your readers.
5. Do you comment? I try to comment as often as I can on everyones blogs.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Nothing!!
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? I like your blog because it's a mix of all topics. Keep it up!
8. Where are you from? Missouri
9. What one question would you like me to answer? I lost my virginity at 14 too...I would like to know what you do for a living..I don't think that I know...
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here! Sure do...mine is http://cubbiegirl.typepad.com (Although it is not nearly as cool as yours!)
Posted by: Michelle | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 01:11 PM
1. What do we have in common?
Fatness and Politics. I don't know if I'm infertile or not becuase I have never tried to get pregnant. I relate to the infertile myrtles of the world because I desperatly want a child but because of financial issues and stresses in my family right now I can't. I have been emotionally ready to be a mom for 3 years now and have been waiting, and waiting and waiting for other things to fall into place. I have a cousin who is dealing with infertility and we have become soul sisters at family events. We huddle in the corner fighting off the "So when are you going to have a baby?" and "You're not getting any younger" comments with our icy stares.
2. What DON’T we have in common? Recovery and loss. But I love reading your perspective on both.
3. How did you find my blog?
I have read Hashai for a while. She linked to you one day when you were dealing with the loss of your boys. You were my introduction to the infirtile blog world.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog?
You tackle a lot of subjects I care about and you are a great writer. I moved 3000 miles away from pretty much my entire family and all my friends last year so sometimes I read blogs just for a girl perspective. I spend so much time with my husband and his buddies I get on guy overload sometimes. That is when blogs come in handy.
5. Do you comment? sometimes. I sent you a link which you later wrote about. (I'm so glad you enjoyed it btw.) Unfortunatly I always go with the anon email because after commenting on another blog in the middle of a somewhat heated debate two people started emailing me hate mail every day.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? nothing. It is your space. I think you should write what you feel.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass? All of the above. Just keep writing.
8. Where are you from? formerly large East coast city, currently large West coast city.
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
Well I think I remember you saying once that you wouldn't or counldn't adopt. One of my best friend has 3 adopted sons and I hope to adopt someday (may actually choose it as my first road to parenthood, we'll see) so I am always curious what other peoples feelings are on the subject. Anyway, feel free to ignore this question becuase it is very nosy and without quesiton none of my business but I am just curious what your thoughts are on it. I may have missed something but I don't think you ever addressed it further.
10. Do you have a blog? nope. I've thought about it but the thought of someone I know stumbling upon it freaks me out too much. I am a very private person.
I love your blog. Keep writing and I will keep reading. Happy blog-o-versary!
Posted by: Amy | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 01:12 PM
1. Well, loss for one. And being women on this incredible trip. And a ton of other stuff we just haven't figured out yet. Despite different political leanings, I know deep down you're one of my people. :-)
2. Well, I'm not as liberal as you are on some issues.
3. I found your blog through Arwen/Elizabeth's blog. You know the rest.
4.I love your sense of humor, and your ability to write in a way that makes people actually want to hear more of what you have to say. Even when I don't agree with you on something, I still love the way you say it.
5. Ya, I comment, and yet you still haven't told me to shut up. That's so polite. :-)
6. I wish you'd talk more about your husband. How did you meet, how long have you been married, what made him so great, will he pick up his socks?
7. I don't wish you'd shut up about anything. Maybe I just haven't been reading you long enough.
8. I'm from Orange County California. But I live in Minnesota now. I'm really only sad about that when it snows. Or I want to go have coffee with my mom.
9. I want to hear about your tattoos. In my experience, tattoos have stories, and some of them are very intersting. Mine for example...nevermind, long story.
10. Yes I have a blog. http://ourhomeschool.blog-city.com
Posted by: Anne Basso | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 01:12 PM
1. What do we have in common?
Infertility. Politics. Loss.
2. What DON’T we have in common?
I am tatoo-less.
3. How did you find my blog?
Through grrl.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
Okay. Thats a funny question. If I didnt enjoy anything about this blog, um, why would I be here all the time reading when I really should be doing more exciting things like folding laundry?
5. Do you comment?
More now than i used to. I guess that means less laundry gets done around here.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about?
your blog. do what you want.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about?
see answer to #6.
8. Where are you from?
New Joisey.
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
when do you find time to read 60 blogs?
10. Do you have a blog?
no.
Posted by: juliejulie | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 01:15 PM
1. What do we have in common?
Fatness, therapy & politics. I don't know if I'm infertile, as I've never tried to conceive.
2. What DON’T we have in common? I'm anti-dieting (that's after trying WW twice, having moderate success that didn't last and then discovering the size acceptance movement!). I'm also not married and am not even absolutely sure now that I want to have children.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit? I think I found your blog through Julie, just before you lost your sons.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? I enjoy reading your views on controversial issues, though I agree with most/all of them, so I usually just read and nod my head and say, "Yeah!"
5. Do you comment? If not, why? I comment infrequently. Often I'll start a comment, get a long paragraph written, re-read it, and decide that either (a) I can't say what I wanted to say the way I wanted to say it or (b) someone else has said it better already. I'm always terrified of someone taking something I say the wrong way, so if I think my words might be taken the wrong way, I won't post a comment at all.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? I don't wish you'd shut up about anything, as this is *your* blog and you should speak your mind (and you do!). But I do dislike reading about your weight loss journey, basically because I'm not convinced the science is there to support weight loss being a healthy thing necessarily and I don't think you need to lose weight. Exercise - great; try to eat healthy, balanced meals - fantastic. Count points, or fat, or calories, or carbs - nope. I usually skip those posts, or just skim them - they bring up a lot of pain for me personally. But, it's your blog, and your life, and that's your choice.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? I like your current topics just fine! I did especially enjoy your recent post on body image and the link to Leonard Nimoy's site.
8. Where are you from? Chapel Hill/Carrboro, NC.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Which has been more difficult - getting/staying sober, or dieting? (and forgive me, please, if this is an absolutely tasteless question. I learn quite a bit from you and am genuinely curious, but feel free to ignore this one!)
10. Do you have a blog? Yes, but I don't update it all that often - don't feel I have that much to talk about, and I don't know how to be funny. :-( It's linked from my name.
Posted by: KelliAmanda | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 01:17 PM
Happy Bloggiversary Baby!
1) infertility, voluptuousness(!), and politics
2) It's hard to answer this one, because I always think of the similarities. Even those things that are at-a-glance different, have an underlying current that leads to a similarity.
3) I linked from one of the VP blogs (I can't remember which one). I loved the title as it was my sentiment exactly.
4) Your honesty, your sense of humor, and your willingness to say it like it is.
5) I do comment, fairly regularly I guess.
6) No censoring, Cecily- I want to hear it all.
7) I really connect with your accounts of dealing with the struggles in life, even if our struggles have been different. That said, I certainly don't want you to have any more difficulties in life! I just really get where you are coming from.
8) Oh, what the hell...Pittsburgh, PA
9) Can you give us a comprehensive list of your tattoos? With closeups? I wear ink, too, and always love to see others' art.
10) Yep- "life in the petri dish"- http://www.lifeinthedish.blogspot.com. It's pretty much a menagerie of stuff, but as the title implies, I'm an infertile, pregnant through IVF (mentioned only as a caution to those sensitive to blogs with pregnant authors)
Posted by: dish | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 01:19 PM
1. What do we have in common?
Pets. Large arses. A loathing of Bush. Like Amy, I don't actually know if I can have children because we haven't tried. Problem is that the Baron doesn't want any for some time yet. I do. So I can understand to some small degree some the feelings expressed in infertility blogs.
2. What DON’T we have in common?
Loss. Harvey isn't quite in the same league.
3. How did you find my blog?
I really can't remember. I read it on and off for a while, because I was moving house and was too busy to read much of anything. The first evening I had chance to sit down and read, I did. Your blog is at the top of my list (since you start with an "a"!) and it was the entry where Sarah told us that you had lost one of the boys. I sat and cried in my new house, and I've been avidly reading ever since.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog?
You're a great writer, and even better than that you are brutally honest. You tell your truth, not what you think people want to hear.
5. Do you comment?
Quite often. I don't always know what to say, especially with your more raw posts. It sounds so crap to say I'm sorry etc etc. But I am, and I think of you a lot too. The daffs are back up again. Must stop the dog from trying to eat them!
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about?
Nothing. It's your blog - write what you want.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
Whatever. Bash Bush ;.) Tell us more about Charlie. He doesn't talk that much about himself.
8. Where are you from?
Just outside London, UK. Near a huge forest renowned for dead bodies.
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
How the hell do you persuade a dog to piss outside and not all over the floor?! That's a crap question......
How are you doing?
10. Do you have a blog?
Yep. www.dmouse.typepad.com/marching_on
The ramblings of a mad cat lady.
Happy blog-o-versary!
Posted by: DMouse | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 01:26 PM
1. What do we have in common?
Politics
2. What DON’T we have in common?
Loss, I cannot even fathom what that must be like.
3. How did you find my blog?
Probably via Julie's list
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
I like your humor, your quest for self discovery and your honesty about it.
5. Do you comment?
Nope. I am a lurker by nature, but I'm trying to take the time to comment more on blogs I read.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about?
Nothing. Your blog, your choice (just like your body).
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about?
I really love your movie reviews, but you're already very regular with those. I would say again, your blog, your choice.
8. Where are you from?
Massachusetts
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
Not a question, but I'd love too see some closeups of your tattoos, and details on inspiration and the artists who did them.
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
I have two. One for my son at http://napkinmump.blogspot.com and one for my knitting at http://pumpkinknits.blogspot.com
Posted by: PumpkinMama | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 01:37 PM
I’m so glad you did this during Spring Break! I actually have time to reply .
1. What do we have in common? Infertility, interest in politics, interest in movies, interest in spirituality, plus I grew up in the area in which you live.
2. What DON’T we have in common? Opinions about most areas of politics (though probably not in the area of gay rights).
3. How did you find my blog? The first IF blog I read was Barely Tenured, which I read about in the Chronicle of Higher Education. The name “Wasted Birth Control” intrigued me so one day I clicked on it (this was after I had become a fairly regular Grrl reader – I think I added you and Tertia to my routine at about the same time.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? The writing, definitely – and an uncanny way of saying exactly how I feel sometimes. I love when you wax spiritual and also the movie reviews.
5. Do you comment? It depends – if it’s political, I generally keep my fool mouth shut, because why piss off people deliberately? If I want to really put my p.o.v. out there I can get my own damn blog.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? It’s your blog – if I see it’s a political rant, I just don’t read it .
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? Again, it’s your blog – talk about whatever you want!
8. Where are you from? Grew up on the east coast, moved to the Midwest in 1997, moved even further west (plains state) in 2002. The ONLY thing I miss about the East coast is proximity to some friends and family, and a fairly large array of food items. None of which are enough to make me move back there.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? What do you think about the Terry Schiavo thing?
10. Do you have a blog? Nope – I can’t imagine having enough to say that anyone would find interesting.
Posted by: unexplained | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 01:42 PM
1. Politics, definitely
2. I have been very lucky to be at a healthy weight throughout my life. And my husband and I aren't yet trying to have a baby.
3. From Julie, I think.
4. I appreciate your sense of humor, self-awareness/self-deprecation, willingness to talk about almost anything, your movie reviews, your feistyness, your protectiveness of your friends.
5. I rarely comment, but when I did, you wrote me, and I felt like I'd gotten an autograph from a rock star. It made my day, thanks!
6 & 7. Keep it comin'!
8. Seattle, Washington
9. I can't think of anything, but reserve the right to post a question randomly in the comments at a later time.
10. http://nicemarmot.blogspot.com
Posted by: colette | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 01:50 PM
1. What do we have in common? Fatness, recovery
2. What DON’T we have in common? Politics...yes, I'll admit it (proudly, even) that I am a Bush-voting republican. But, I still love you.
3. How did you find my blog? I think it was from Julie's list
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? I love your honesty about recovery, being a big and beautiful woman and your loss. Your humor rocks!
5. Do you comment? Occasionally
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Even though I disagree with you on some points, I still enjoy reading about your perspective. You give me things to think about and I like that
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? Hmmm, I like hearing stories about Charlie
8. Where are you from? I'm from Concord, CA...East Bay Area
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Hmmmm, I'll have to think
10. Do you have a blog? http://iwokeupforthis.blogspot.com nowhere near as good as this one, but i enjoy it
Posted by: Christina | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 01:55 PM
1. Fat/drugs/alcohol/the whole girl thing/po-et-ry/politics/dark raging humor/
2. hmmmm
3. found it through you, then I went to Sarah, Charlie, Pete (who needs to write MORE OFTEN) and dropped all other blogs except dooce and tiny revolution. Oh dear, I haven't been to Margaret Cho in weeks!!
4. I've been a fan of your writing for years, and it just keeps getting better. Plus I love your bloggettes
5. I read often, comment sometimes
6. don't shut up
7. I'm on your ride, and I enjoy having you choose the path. (you're in control!!! although, come to think about it, a riff on god being a crack head would be fun)
8. right here in Philly
9. i have no questions, I'm happy letting it unfold.
10. no blog for me
Posted by: | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 01:59 PM
1. What do we have in common?
Being overweight and outspoken.
2. What DON’T we have in common?
Infertility so far.
3. How did you find my blog?
Through Chez Miscarriage, I was randomly choosing links and hit another site and landed here.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
The fact you can share the most intimate things about your life to total strangers and then in return, those total strangers come to your aid.
5. Do you comment?
On occassion, if I have something that relates.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about?
So far nothing, I even enjoy what you have to say about Bush.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about?
Hmm, don't you cover it all? Ha ha ha.
8. Where are you from?
A Kansan transplanted to Dallas, Texas.
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
I thought of two, but they were both covered in the above questions, what do you do for a living and the history behind your tattoos.
10. Do you have a blog? Yes, two - http://frostme.blogspot.com and http://born2loveagain.blogspot.com
Posted by: Mercy | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 02:02 PM
1. What do we have in common? Infertility? Fatness? Politics? Loss?
Yes, yes, yes and yes.
2. What DON’T we have in common?
Very little booze and no drugs in my history. I don't have any tatoos, either.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit?
Through Grrl, the title of the blog caught my eye.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
Your ability to put words to how you are feeling, I have a really hard time doing that.
5. Do you comment? If so, awesome (it's really about more of that ego gratification)! If not, why?
Occasionally, yes I comment.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
None of the above, knowing you have a giant ass makes me feel normal (my ass is giant, too!).
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
Anything you want.
8. Where are you from?
Grew up in Chester County, PA...follow the smell of mushroom soil and cow farms (sadly few are left) and that is where I am from. The best landmark is Longwood Gardens. Now I reside not too far from you neighbor!
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Be creative. But don't ask me about when I lost my virginity (I was 14--eek!).
What is the meaning of life?...kidding!
What one thing do you/would you do to pamper yourself?
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
Nope.
Posted by: Susan | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 02:04 PM
1. Infertility. Fatness.
2. Politics. We are pretty opposite there. Fortunately, I can't think of a single friendship in my life that is good because of politics.
3. Julie's list, I think. Maybe I read a comment somewhere.
4. You are smart and it comes across in your writing. I like that. I also like your interaction with your readers and the fact that you so often respond to comments.
5. I try to.
6. Nothing really. I come from a different political view, so I skim that stuff, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't be writing it!
7. Personal stuff is always the most riveting.
8. San Jose, CA
9. I'm curious to know more about your husband. What he's like, how he feels about the infertility, etc. (I was 13, btw)
10. www.mandajuice.com
Posted by: Amanda | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 02:05 PM
1. What do we have in common? Infertility? Fatness? Politics? Loss?
We're both politically *slightly* left of center. Just a tad. We've both been larger than we'd like. We're both opinated, and as Tertia would say, we're both gorgeous and divine.
2. What DON’T we have in common? One of the most interesting things about this blog has been the development of friendships with people like Anne—we’re on a different page about so many things, but we’ve come to support each other anyway.
I don't have kids, have no idea whether or not I'm infertile as we haven't tried yet, I've never done drugs or alchol, but yet I identify with your stories about addiction. I'm more agnostic than you. I haven't experienced loss like you have.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit?
I believe it was through Grrl when you lost the twins. Random surfing of the infertility blogosphere and it happened to be during that time.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? You have all been so generous and kind already about my writing, but I’m not seeking more ego stroking here (ok, maybe I am. So what?). I’m just curious.
I like your honesty. I like your bluntness. I like that you write about more than one thing.
5. Do you comment? If so, awesome (it's really about more of that ego gratification)! If not, why? I know I read more blogs than I can possibly comment on, although I do try to comment on everyone’s blogs once in a while. I read over 60 (holy shit!) a day now, and if I commented too I’d never get anything done.
I comment fairly often, usually in spurts. It depends on whether I feel I have anything to contribute or not. I generally have more to say about weight loss and choice and less about infertility. Also depends on my time too--my bloglines list is quite large now too.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
None of it. Keep talking. I do sometimes wish that you'd break posts up--if you are going to talk about Bush, choice, recovery, and fatness in the same post, it sometimes make it difficult to comment (cause really it is all about *me* and making it easier for me to stroke your ego :P). But seriously, your style is uniquely your own, and I think you should write for you, not for us.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass? All good.
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like.
I'm from Missouri (pronounced Misery :)) orginally, now live in Salem, Oregon.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Be creative. But don't ask me about when I lost my virginity (I was 14--eek!).
What goals do you have for your life other than parenthood? If you didn't end up being a parent what different things might you do with your life? (Ok that's really two Q's--but they are related :) :))
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
I have two. www.wavybrains.com and www.wavybrains.com/cultivate_this
Happy blog anniversary!
Posted by: wavybrains | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 02:09 PM
Well, I read everyday. Here is the lowdown.
1. What do we have in common? In order of commonality
Fatness, body image issues, politics (mostly), single children of single independent moms, infertility, to a small degree loss, brown hair.
2. What DON’T we have in common?
Tattoos, recovery
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit?
I think it was Tertia or Grrl right when everything was happening with your boys. I have been with you ever since.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
You are fearless to put yourself out there in the blog world. Also, you are so very kind (except to you). It radiates from you and draws people to you.
5. Do you comment?
I read everyday. I only comment if my point of view has not been adequately expressed, my dander is up, or I just think you need additional support.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Nothing, keep it coming
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? Your Mom. We just got to hear more about your Dad. You mention her sometimes in passing, but I would like some posts about her.
8. Where are you from?
I am a liberal girl in the capital of the Southeast- bastion of the Bushies.
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
What have you discovered about yourself through the recovery and loss.
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
I have mostly a weightloss struggle blog. http://willsheloseit.blogs.com/journal_of_the_morbidly_o/
Happy One Year, Cecily. Damn glad that I that I read!
Posted by: Kim | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 02:14 PM
1. Things we have in common: we are opinionated; we have suffered the neonatal deaths of our children; dysfunctional relationships with our fathers (and your family through your father's side? sounds SOOO much like mine!)
2. What we don't: occasional political issues, religion, many of our opinions.
3. I found you though Julie's list.
4. Can't think of anything I don't enjoy about your blog. I love your honesty, your obvious compassion for others even through all your own struggles, your ability to analyze where and why you struggle...
5. I don't comment offten. Primarily because I read at work (today I'm breaking my own rule about that!) and, of course, because I read too many blogs a day to comment on all of them. Addtionally, at times when I disagree with the other commenters, I become a bit intimidated to post a comment myself since I don't want my difference of opinion to turn into some of the horrible troll wars that took place in the fall.
6. At times I must admit ath I'm annoyed by reading the political viewpoints of so many people...yet I would never dream of wishing you would shut up. If I'm in a mood and don't want to read something political and I see that that is what you've written? I just move on to the next blog.
7. I can't think of a thing that I would want you to talk more about...just like I would never tell you to shut up about something, I couldn't suggest something either. This is your blog and I'm here to read YOUR opinions on things that are important to you. So...you know...my opinion? Not of such importance here.
8. Where am I from...originally the midwest, currently the NYC Metro-area, soon Western NY.
9. I'll have to get back to you on this one...if there's something I want to ask at a later point, I'll email you.
10. As a matter of fact, I do. I don't say much of interest or great importance, but it's http://missw.blogspot.com
Happy Anniversary Cecily!
Posted by: Miss W | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 02:22 PM
Happy blog-o-versary!! I will answer your questions (we can't let Tertia have all the fun, the asshole!).
1. Infertility and fatness.
2. Politics (I'm much more middle-of-the-road...getting run over a lot)
3. It was either from grrl or Tertia around the time of your losing you little boys.
4. Your writing style and your honesty.
5. Sometimes I do. A lot of time I just sit here and nod my head not posting because I hate sounding like a synchophant.
6. I totally enjoy your blog and would not presume to tell you what to write about.
7. see #6
8. I am originally from Washington (the state) and am currently in New Mexico though I have lived in 10 different states in the past 15 years.
9. Hmmm, can't think of one right now.
10. http://hopefullyhome.blogspot.com - but nobody ever leaves me comments [sniff] - I am so lonely...
Posted by: sheilah | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 02:23 PM
Happy Blog-o-versary!
1. We have in common a desire for children and some bumps in the road to getting there. Also we have politics in common, though I think you're better informed. Since Bush won (on the same day I found out the baby was dead! talk about a bad day!), I've felt helpless and just wanted to bury my head in the sand.
2. We don't have scary movies in common. I get terrified just by the ads and I HATE being scared in fiction. Life is scary enough. Also tatoos. I am way too conservative (and afraid of pain) for tatoos. Also your wild past because I've always been a goody-goody.
3. I think I found you through Grrl's archives when she wrote about you losing the boys. I had only just found Grrl after my own loss, a few weeks after yours. At first I couldn't read it because it was just so sad, but something kept me coming back. (See answer 4)
4. You're funny, smart, and insightful. You seem kind and honest. And though I wish your life was more boring, you have a compelling story to tell. I'm looking for the happy ending here, however happy ends up being defined for you.
5. I comment and I totally love that you respond to my comments. When people don't either respond or comment over at my place every once in a while, I start to think that they think I'm an asshole and my comments are unwanted.
6 and 7. I'll read whatever you have to say!
8. Formerly a Brooklyn girl, now back to my roots as a suburbanite.
9. What is your dream job? Would that change if all salaries were equal? What would you do if you won $20M and money wasn't an object at all?
10. Plugging away: www.gallopingcats.com
Posted by: Cat, Galloping | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 02:26 PM
Happy Blog-o-versary!
1. We have in common a desire for children and some bumps in the road to getting there. Also we have politics in common, though I think you're better informed. Since Bush won (on the same day I found out the baby was dead! talk about a bad day!), I've felt helpless and just wanted to bury my head in the sand.
2. We don't have scary movies in common. I get terrified just by the ads and I HATE being scared in fiction. Life is scary enough. Also tatoos. I am way too conservative (and afraid of pain) for tatoos. Also your wild past because I've always been a goody-goody.
3. I think I found you through Grrl's archives when she wrote about you losing the boys. I had only just found Grrl after my own loss, a few weeks after yours. At first I couldn't read it because it was just so sad, but something kept me coming back. (See answer 4)
4. You're funny, smart, and insightful. You seem kind and honest. And though I wish your life was more boring, you have a compelling story to tell. I'm looking for the happy ending here, however happy ends up being defined for you.
5. I comment and I totally love that you respond to my comments. When people don't either respond or comment over at my place every once in a while, I start to think that they think I'm an asshole and my comments are unwanted.
6 and 7. I'll read whatever you have to say!
8. Formerly a Brooklyn girl, I am now firmly ensconsed in a NYC suburb.
9. What is your dream job? Would that change if all salaries were equal? What would you do if you won $20M and money wasn't an object at all?
10. Plugging away: www.gallopingcats.com
Posted by: Cat, Galloping | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 02:27 PM
Happy Blog-o-versary!
Let's see...
1. What do we have in common? Well, I'm definitely a member of the fat ass club....and holding duel membership in the dimpled thighs and jello arms club as well.
2. Not in common? I'm not dealing with infertility right now - actually, I'm boringly single so I suppose I have more of a seeding problem if you get my drift. I have different political views than you but respect others' opinions and find I learn a lot from listening to others' views.
3. Find you? I either found you through Julie or Grrl.
4. What do I enjoy? I like how open you are - I must have a perverse need to peek into other lives but I enjoy hearing about how others deal with the issues in their lives. Plus, you make me chuckle.
5. Do I comment? I'm just starting too - coming out of my lurkingdom.
6. Shut up? Nothing! This is your blog, baby, spill it!
7. More of? Hmmmm....anything and everything that is on your mind.
8. From? I'm in Georgia.
9. One question? Why is my family so damn crazy? (I realize this might not be one of your areas of expertise but you can do no worse than I have done)
10. Do I have a blog? Yessirree bob! And thanks for a moment of shameless self-promotion...http://www.floydstailgate.blogspot.com/
Thanks for all the fun and keep up the good work!
Posted by: dfloyd5 | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 02:29 PM
1. What do we have in common? So many things...I, too am an infertile chubster, pregnant with twins, wielding a smart-ass, slick sense of humor.
2. What DON’T we have in common? Our political views differ, but hell...what fun would it be if we agreed on everything????
3. How did you find my blog? I don't remember, unfortunately...probably through Julie's big, fat, fabulous list.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? OBVIOUSLY, I love your blog, or I wouldn't read it, silly lady! I guess what's drawn me to you was your ability to lay it all out on the table...good, bad, ugly, or otherwise. I respect that kind of honesty. It's hard to come by these days.
5. Do you comment? Yep, sure do.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? That's a hard one to answer...ummmm...shit. I don't know.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? Your fantabulous hubby...LOVE him!!!
8. Where are you from? SE Connecticut, so if you need a some place to summer, the beach is a stone's throw from here!
9. What one question would you like me to answer? How did you and Charlie meet. (If someone's already asked that one...sorry!)
10. Do you have a blog? Pluggity plug plug.... horkinramblings.typepad.com
Happy Anniversary...may this be the beginning of many more fabulous years!
Posted by: | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 02:37 PM
1. What do we have in common? So many things...I, too am an infertile chubster, pregnant with twins, wielding a smart-ass, slick sense of humor.
2. What DON’T we have in common? Our political views differ, but hell...what fun would it be if we agreed on everything????
3. How did you find my blog? I don't remember, unfortunately...probably through Julie's big, fat, fabulous list.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? OBVIOUSLY, I love your blog, or I wouldn't read it, silly lady! I guess what's drawn me to you was your ability to lay it all out on the table...good, bad, ugly, or otherwise. I respect that kind of honesty. It's hard to come by these days.
5. Do you comment? Yep, sure do.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? That's a hard one to answer...ummmm...shit. I don't know.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? Your fantabulous hubby...LOVE him!!!
8. Where are you from? SE Connecticut, so if you need a some place to summer, the beach is a stone's throw from here!
9. What one question would you like me to answer? How did you and Charlie meet. (If someone's already asked that one...sorry!)
10. Do you have a blog? Pluggity plug plug.... horkinramblings.typepad.com
Happy Anniversary...may this be the beginning of many more fabulous years!
Posted by: Sherry | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 02:38 PM
1. What do we have in common? infertility, loss, fatness( although I prefer shapely):) tattoos, politics, the works!
2. What DON’T we have in common? I am having a hard time coming up with anything.
3. How did you find my blog? Julies list.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? Your bluntness and ability to place your feelings into words.
5. Do you comment? Whenever I get a chance, I have a long list of daily readings as well.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Nothing.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? You always seem to have a balance, so I couldnt think of a thing to add.
8. Where are you from? I live in a small farming area just East of Columbus, Ohio.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Do you get your tattoos randomly or do you get them when you want to celebrate/recognize an era or event in your life?
10. Do you have a blog? http://waitingagain.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Rebecca | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 02:42 PM
1. What do we have in common? Infertility, among other issues.
2. What DON’T we have in common? Our political viewpoints seem to be complete polar opposites and that's okay.
3. How did you find my blog? Gotta say, Julie's awesome list.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? Your honesty, how you lay it all on the line and bare your soul. How you say some of the things I'm often afraid to.
5. Do you comment? Yep, when I've got the time and can respond without sounding like an a-hole.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Sorry to say but GW.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? Hmmm...perhaps your (giant) ass, Charlie...basically, whatever you want to talk about.
8. Where are you from? The crazy monster known as (should I insert my mother's name here?-just kidding)south Florida. Love it or leave it...I've done both but came back when the love refused to die.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? How did you find the strength to go on after the loss of your sons? I mean, I have an idea based on what you've written here but I'm just interested. In my own experience with mc (completely different from your experience I know) I thought I'd never be able to live again, to get up each day, to move forward, so I'm always curious to know what got other women through the darkest times.
10. Do you have a blog? Yes, but it's nowhere near as snarky, creative, and entertaining as the holy IF grail are (Grrl, Julie, Jo, etc.). I have all these clever posts in my head that never make it onto the page so instead I just plod on (The RE's Muse). You'd never believe it when I tell you that people I meet say I'm one of the funniest folks they know--I'm plenty dull on my blog. Gah.
Posted by: Dee | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 02:52 PM
1. What do we have in common?
Politics, absolutely.
2. What DON’T we have in common?
Fatness, infertility, loss.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit?
Julie.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
Well, when I wrote to you with the idea for the article it was just after you'd lost the boys. What blew my mind was the way you engaged with the pro-lifers who drove by and slammed you for your choices. You didn't just tell them to fuck off (as I would have done); you chased them down and talked to them, in comments or in email.
At the time I was raw to the bone from a friend's miscarriage and from the election. I felt stuck. I couldn't bear to engage with my political opponents, but I saw very clearly that failure to engage would make the situation even worse.
You showed me how I might have those conversations without giving up my principles. I needed that. You helped a lot. You were in about the worst place I could imagine, but your grace and kindness were inspiring.
We really should figure out how to do that article.
5. Do you comment?
When I can think of something to say.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about?
Um. It hurts when you berate yourself, for being fat, for not being a mother. I feel like it's the tip of an iceberg of grief and anger. It's not that I wish you wouldn't say those things; it's that I wish you didn't have to feel them. I wish you could see yourself the way I see you. I wish you could see yourself for what you are.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about?
Your mom, your husband, your hopes and dreams.
8. Where are you from?
Grew up in Australia, now live in San Francisco.
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
What one question would you like me to ask?
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
http://www.yatima.org
Posted by: Yatima | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 02:52 PM
1. What do we have in common? infertility, loss & fatness
2. What DON’T we have in common? you're totally popular
3. How did you find my blog? through Andreah
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? you're honesty
5. Do you comment? sometimes, but I'm shy, ask andreah
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? nuthin' tis all good readin'
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? food and chocolate my favorite things
8. Where are you from? Oregon
9. What one question would you like me to answer? what is your favorite food
10. Do you have a blog? www.jamf.net/b2e
sorry for horrible typing. damn tendinitis
Posted by: maricar | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 03:01 PM
1. What do we have in common? infertility, loss & fatness
2. What DON’T we have in common? you're totally popular
3. How did you find my blog? through Andreah
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? you're honesty
5. Do you comment? sometimes, but I'm shy, ask andreah
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? nuthin' tis all good readin'
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? food and chocolate my favorite things
8. Where are you from? Oregon
9. What one question would you like me to answer? what is your favorite food
10. Do you have a blog? www.jamf.net/b2e
sorry for horrible typing. damn tendinitis
Posted by: maricar | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 03:04 PM
1. What do we have in common? Infertility? Fatness? Politics? Loss? Mostly loss, Done that one 3 times before getting to keep one. Weight issues..
2. What DON’T we have in common? Mostly politics, but I've never payed politics much attention.. I'm learning so much from you!
3. How did you find my blog? I think it was linked from another blog.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? Your attitude, and honesty. The best thing I've seen on any blog I've read, is you seeing beauty that isn't what society considers perfect(I don't think boney women are all that sexy personally, if I were a lesbian, I'd so go for a big woman-since I'm not, I married myself a nice big man)
5. Do you comment? If so, awesome (it's really about more of that ego gratification)! If not, why? Up until now, no, as I've not had a comment relevant to your posts, or anything worthy of leaving for all to read.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass? Absolutely nothing, everyone needs to vent, and who are we to tell you what you can and can't vent about?
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? Continue as you are, I enjoy it very much.
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like. Ohio, we're actually having a spring-like day.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Be creative. I don't have a question, but if I happen to think of one, I'll email you with it.
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here! I do have one, but not nearly as interesting or as well written as most of the ones I read, and I don't post often. http://dawnamarie.blogspot.com/
Posted by: dawna | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 03:05 PM
1. What do we have in common? We are both smart women.
2. What DON’T we have in common? I'm a single mom.
3. How did you find my blog? I think I read about your loss on a website. Stayed because I think your cool.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? I like your writing and I like your views.
5. Do you comment? No....I don't for any blogs that I read...but I wanted to get you closer to 600 this time!
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Can't think of anything.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?..all of the above.
8. Where are you from? I'm living in the mountains east of San Diego.
Happy Anniversary!
And now....back to lurking!
Posted by: Erin | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 03:08 PM
1. What do we have in common? Politics, weight-loss issues (I’m trying to rid the world of the term fat) & lots of other stuff.
2. What DON’T we have in common? Infertility, loss, tattoos, movie going…lots of stuff.
3. How did you find my blog? Julie, Grrl, Tertia??? Not sure…
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? I like a lot of things about your blog, your honesty, your willingness to share, your openness to others opinions, lots of stuff.
5. Do you comment? Oh YEAH! It’s hard to shut me up.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? It’s your space, you should write about whatever trips your trigger, even if its about the ants on the sidewalk.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? See #6
8. Where are you from? Minnesota, the Twin Cities area.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? If you were a candy, what kind of candy would you be and why? Kidding! Although it’s a good question isn’t it….real question If you could live anywhere in the world where would it be and why?
10. Do you have a blog? www.cursingmama.blogspot.com
Happy Blogiversary!
Posted by: Cursingmama | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 03:11 PM
1. What do we have in common?
Fatness and Politcs.
2. What DON’T we have in common?
Infertility....hmmmmm that is it
3. How did you find my blog?
I found your blog shortly after the loss of the boys. I was reading either Julie or Grrl around that time and they spoke of your loss and I haven't left!!!!
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
Your bluntness. I am not a blunt person. But you tell it like it is. I love that. I also love the post about body issues. I can totally relate to you I loved the Girl Culture post!!
5. Do you comment?
No, I have been lurking for a long time. I have started to comment on more blogs. It really annoys me when the hit counter on my blog goes up and no one comments, I want to know what you think when you read my blog. I finally figured out that goes for everyone!
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about?
Nothing.....keep talking!
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass? All of the above.
8. Where are you from?
A town near Madison, Wisconsin
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
I have to think about that for a while..... I can't come up with questions on the spot.
10. Do you have a blog?
jraehoner.blogspot.com
Posted by: Jraehoner | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 03:14 PM
1. What do we have in common? Politics.
2. What DON’T we have in common? Infertility. I do get pregnant easily (but I did lose 4 pregnancies, which sucked.)
3. How did you find my blog? Through Grrl at Chez Misccariage. The day you found out you had lost your first son.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? Like you, I read so many in a day (almost obsessively). Not all of them have the same political views I do. I like that ours match. I also appreciate your honesty.
5. Do you comment? I do. About once a week, I guess.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? I can't think of anything. This is your space!
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? Books. I imagine we have the same taste in litarature and more ideas are always good!
8. Where are you from? Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? I haven't had a chance to read all the comments, so this may have been answered, but I would love to hear more about your tats. How many do you have? Of what? Will you get more?
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
Yep. I think my blog is ever so pretty.
www.breadcrumbsinthebutter.typepad.com
Posted by: Chantal | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 03:19 PM
1. What do we have in common? Let's see, I've got old eggs, I'm carrying extra weight, I'm socially liberal, I dislike Bush, and I've miscarried...I think we ought to get along just fiiiiiiine!
2. What DON’T we have in common? That hurts to think about it...I'm sure there's something. Oh yeah, I have a kitten and you don't...unless you just got one in the past week or so LOL. And guess what? He's on my lap again, as I type this comment.
3. How did you find my blog? Either through Julie or Grrl.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? Everything...seriously, you cover Life as We Know It and I love that!
5. Do you comment? I try to, but I read a lot of blogs too, on many many topics. The ones where I feel most kinship are where I usually comment, but I try to spread the love because all deserve it. I read yours daily.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Nothing, it's your blog so say what you wish.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? Everything...I like knowing others with a Giant Ass. Giant Asses of the World, Unite!
8. Where are you from? Um, a mid-Atlantic port city where men wear a Cracker-Jack uniform (how's that?!)
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Uhhhhh...
10. Do you have a blog? Nope, maybe one day soon.
Posted by: Ria | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 03:21 PM
1. What do we have in common? I have no idea what we have in common, but I comment all the time, so it must be a sensibility of sorts...
2. What DON’T we have in common?
I'm not fat, I've never tried to get pregnant, I'd like to have more of an ass, but J-Lo I'll never be
3. How did you find my blog? Most likely, Julie. I loved the name and I was totally caught up on all my other blogs, so I tried yours and was HOOKED.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? Your 'voice', and your observations. I admire that you really go all out and take on controversy--I'm more of a sit back and watch kind of gal.
5. Do you comment?
ALL THE TIME!
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Nothing
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? No suggestions
8. Where are you from? California
9. What one question would you like me to answer? If I came to Phili to visit my best friend, could I stop by your work and say Hi?
10. Do you have a blog? no--to complicated for a therapist to have blog. Easier to just be a rampant commenter.
Posted by: Sarah | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 03:25 PM
1. What do we have in common?
Being large and in charge, the ability to find the absurd in common things, compassion for others
2. What DON’T we have in common?
Being angry at things we have no control over. Or maybe you are just more honest with your emotions...
3. How did you find my blog? Actually, I found you through Pedrito of all people! (Remember him?) You see, I work with him and read his blog periodically to keep tabs on the craziness he spouts. The best thing he's ever done was to mention you on his blog.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
Your brutal honesty, your enduring spirit, your great writing
5. Do you comment?
No, not really.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Sometimes I don't want to read anything about politics (from either side). But, other times, I need to hear you rant because you are such a breath of fresh air compared to the women I know in person.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about?
Charlie (married life), books (I'd love to see you do a list of recommended reads), your work
8. Where are you from?
Originally from East Texas (I definitely identified with your posts about Louisiana after your father's death, especially your relatives!) I live in Oklahoma now.
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
Are you happy?
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
http://restlessclio.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Clio | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 03:27 PM
1. What do we have in common? fatness and sarcasm
2. What DON’T we have in common? infertility (I've never tried to get pregnant so I can't say that for sure, I guess - one thing that drew me is your blog title, it seemed so insightful yet funny)
3. How did you find my blog? I started reading maplestreet.blogs.com through an article in the Chronicle of Higher Ed and she had links to some 'infertility' blogs
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? the little details that make a life seem real - it's comforting to see others struggling, honestly, with their issues
5. Do you comment? rarely
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? nothing in particular, although I have no personal connection to the infertility stuff
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? your family, perhaps
8. Where are you from? near San Francisco
9. What one question would you like me to answer? how do you think your previous addictions affect your relationship with food?
10. Do you have a blog? no
Posted by: Laura | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 03:27 PM
Woohoo! I love these things :o) Happy Blogoversary!
1. What do we have in common? Infertility? Fatness? Politics? Loss?
~Infertility (sorta), politics, love of tatoos (I only have 1 so far)
2. What DON’T we have in common?
~Loss, weight issues.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit?
~I think I found youy blog when Grrl mentioned your need for prayers and support when all that shit with your boys first started happening. I had seen you comment on her and Julie's blogs before though.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? You have all been so generous and kind already about my writing, but I’m not seeking more ego stroking here (ok, maybe I am. So what?). I’m just curious.
~I love your sense of humor and you are so smart, you keep me (and many others) well informed about important issues. You've been through so much to get where you are today, I really admire you and your strength.
5. Do you comment? If so, awesome (it's really about more of that ego gratification)! If not, why? I know I read more blogs than I can possibly comment on, although I do try to comment on everyone’s blogs once in a while. I read over 60 (holy shit!) a day now, and if I commented too I’d never get anything done.
~Usually, although sometimes there's not much to say or I don't have time.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
~Not a thing. I like that you speak your mind.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
~I really don't know. I like the subjects you cover and frankly, I think you should write whatever the hell you want since this is YOUR space to do so.
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like.
San Francisco, CA
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Be creative. But don't ask me about when I lost my virginity (I was 14--eek!).
Hey, so was I! My little sis will be 14 in May...double eek! Anyway, my question for you would be: Who is your all time favorite musician and why?
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
Yep. http://thegreatbabyquest.blogspot.com
Posted by: Carrie Jo | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 03:31 PM
1. What do we have in common? Infertility, politics and loss.
2. What DON’T we have in common? Your ability to write well- gah, I’m so jealous!
3. How did you find my blog? Errr, I’m not sure- I think a friend on LJ referenced a post of yours once and I got hooked.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? Yowza you’re funny! (especially considering the unfunny nature of the subjects – Infertility, loss, BushCo – ack!)
5. Do you comment? This is my first time. (I’m shy. Plus I wasn’t sure the protocol here, if I could just bust in with a “Hey ya” or if we needed to have had a prior established “how ya doin”...)
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? I dunno... Nothing yet.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? John Cusack, for no reason other than he’s HOT.
8. Where are you from? Michigan
9. What one question would you like me to answer? What song do you sing most often when in the shower or driving or whatnot?
10. Do you have a blog? Does LJ count?
Posted by: Kerry | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 03:44 PM
1. What do we have in common?
Body image problems, depression, liberal politics, hiking, camping and movies.
2. What DON’T we have in common?
Well, I'm single...
3. How did you find my blog?
Either Julie's or Tertia's blog.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
Your honesty, personal insights and openness. Also, your sense of social justice.
5. Do you comment?
No, I feel like more of an observer, than a participant in most of the debates.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
Nah, it's all good.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about?
I really appreciated the poetry the other week. Also, your take on spirituality. (And I your movie reviews, I really liked the comments about Supersize Me.)
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like.
The blue state of Minnesota.
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
I can't think of a good one right now...
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
Nope!
Thank you for your blog.
Posted by: Julie (yet another one!) | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 03:49 PM
1. What do we have in common? Infertility? Fatness? Politics? Loss?
We have a lot in common, including family growing-up type situation, politics, weight issues, addictive proclivities, control issues, and codependency. Also, I like to think, expansive, strong, passionate personalities. :)
2. What DON’T we have in common?
I am not currently struggling with infertility.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit?
Oh, I'm lucky enough to know you in person. :)
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
I like all of it, especially the movie reviews and the ranting about the government.
5. Do you comment? If so, awesome (it's really about more of that ego gratification)! If not, why?
Yes I do.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
None of it.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
Your marriage. I loved the post about how you and Charlie met. *swoon*
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like.
Philly PA!
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Be creative. But don't ask me about when I lost my virginity (I was 14--eek!).
If you could go back and change one decision in your life, what would it be? And no fair saying nothing! You have to pick something.
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
Here ya go! New and improved!
http://www.livejournal.com/users/tommybarbarella/
Posted by: Catherine | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 04:01 PM
What do we have in common?
tattoo's, and we're both in school
2. What DON’T we have in common?
Well, i'm engaged, not married. I've never been pregnant, although i hope to be a mother someday. I'm only 21... the list goes on. it doesn't matter though. you don't need to have things in common with someone to appreciate what they have to say
3. How did you find my blog? Moxie
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
The courage and the strength you show in everything you write
5. Do you comment?
No, I'm really shy and I don't know what to say. I feel like i would be interrupting, or something.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? nothing
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? your recovery and how you got so strong.
8. Where are you from? a small city in the thumb of michigan
9. What one question would you like me to answer? why did you choose china to adopt from?
10. Do you have a blog? no
Posted by: shannon | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 04:07 PM
1. What do we have in common? Infertility? Fatness? Politics? Loss?
**IF, losses and fatness! I just lost 15lbs forever! 65 to go! ;)
2. What DON’T we have in common? One of the most interesting things about this blog has been the development of friendships with people like Anne—we’re on a different page about so many things, but we’ve come to support each other anyway.
**Hmmm...I'm not as into politics as you are, I don't blog but read blogs.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit?
**Grrl sent me here after your tragic loss...
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? You have all been so generous and kind already about my writing, but I’m not seeking more ego stroking here (ok, maybe I am. So what?). I’m just curious.
**I love your openness, honesty and frank discussions about how you feel at all the processes of your grief. I love that you express yourself completely. I also love the fatness discussions as I'm in the process of losing weight and like to share progress/regression, etc! ;)
5. Do you comment? If so, awesome (it's really about more of that ego gratification)! If not, why? I know I read more blogs than I can possibly comment on, although I do try to comment on everyone’s blogs once in a while. I read over 60 (holy shit!) a day now, and if I commented too I’d never get anything done.
**Yes I do, but not consistently.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
**It's your blog girlfriend!! Blog away!
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
**I'd say it's about perfect!! Although I'd like to hear more about how you and Charlie met, dated, etc.
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like.
**From N.E. PA and now reside near Raleigh, NC.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Be creative. But don't ask me about when I lost my virginity (I was 14--eek!).
**Something we don't know - some weird tidbit fact, accomplishment or fantasy you have.
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
**Not creative enough! :)
Posted by: | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 04:08 PM
1. What do we have in common? Well there is the fat thing, and then there's the tattoos, and the outspoken brash woman thing, and there's much much more...
2. What DON’T we have in common? It took me two years to get pregnant with my daughter, but I never went through any procedures or testing of any kind.
3. How did you find my blog? Gosh I can't even remember. Probably a link from some other cool blog.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? I love the rants about Dubbya and women's rights the best. Because you say the things in my head better than I ever could.
5. Do you comment? If so, awesome (it's really about more of that ego gratification)! If not, why? I have commented a few times, but only recently. I was a long time lurker who just recently started commenting on anyone's blogs.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass? None of it.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass? Like I said, I love the pro-woman stuff.
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like. New Jersey!
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Be creative. But don't ask me about when I lost my virginity (I was 14--eek!). Oh God, the pressure! I can't think of anything!
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here! Doesn't everyone have a blog? truejerseygirl.blogspot.com
Posted by: True Jersey Girl | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 04:16 PM
1. What do we have in common? Infertility? Fatness? Politics? Loss?
Fatness. But I also love movies ;-).
2. What DON’T we have in common? One of the most interesting things about this blog has been the development of friendships with people like Anne—we’re on a different page about so many things, but we’ve come to support each other anyway.
I am not infertile, but I am drawn to you and some of the other blogs (grrl, Julia, Julie, Tertia, etc.) because of your strength and your wonderful ability to express yourself. You all inspire me.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit?
My blog interest began with Julia (Here be Hippogriffs.) I followed her from iParenting because I enjoyed her writing and I was rooting for her. From there, I found all you lovely ladies.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? You have all been so generous and kind already about my writing, but I’m not seeking more ego stroking here (ok, maybe I am. So what?). I’m just curious.
I've said this before, I think, but I truly admire your honesty and willingness to put yourself out there and say whatever you're feeling. I also admire your strength. And your writing style, of course.
5. Do you comment? If so, awesome (it's really about more of that ego gratification)! If not, why? I know I read more blogs than I can possibly comment on, although I do try to comment on everyone’s blogs once in a while. I read over 60 (holy shit!) a day now, and if I commented too I’d never get anything done.
Yes, I comment on some entries, not all. I think I read about 30 or so blogs now, so commenting everywhere isn't feasible. Plus, I don't always feel comfortable posting on some blogs.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
None of the above. Nothing really.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
All of the above. Heh heh. And I love your movie reviews.
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like.
Florida
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Be creative. But don't ask me about when I lost my virginity (I was 14--eek!).
I haven't read any responses yet, so hopefully I'm not duplicating...hmmm...something not as serious as sex...heh heh...how about this: What are some of your favorite movies?
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
Yes, I just started it a couple of months ago: www.outloudvoice.blogspot.com
Happy Blog-o-versary to you!!!
Heather
Posted by: Heather | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 04:24 PM
Happy Blogiversary to you!
1. What do we have in common? Infertility AND fatness!
2. What DON’T we have in common? I’m not in recovery for anything, although I do have family and friends that are. I don’t have cats since I am allergic. That’s about it.
3. How did you find my blog? Julie’s list led me here, but I stayed on my own.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? Your honesty. You are so honest about your self and your feelings that I find myself cringing, screaming, crying and laughing right along with you.
5. Do you comment? Sometimes, if the mood strikes and I have something worthwhile to add.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Nothing really, it's your blog, I'm just along for the ride.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? Your giant ass.
8. Where are you from? Born and raised in Northeast Philly, and the product of 16 years of continuing catholic education (college too).
9. What one question would you like me to answer? When did you loose your virginity? ;) I was 17 BTW. Seriously? Umm, if you could do one thing in your life over, what would it be?
10. Do you have a blog? Not really. I have a half-assed attempt that I haven’t posted to since August. Maybe I’ll start up again.
Posted by: Laurie | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 04:24 PM
1. What do we have in common? Infertility? Fatness? Politics? Loss? I'm fat myself, plus tatooed. And our politics are right on.
2. What DON’T we have in common? I'd say there's not a lot we don't have in common (that I've read so far from your blog) except the desire to have children and the whole addiction/alcoholism you've been through.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit? Found you through Julie's Big-Ol'-List (your witty title caught my eye).
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
I like your brutal honesty. And I like your humility. You aren't afraid to show the whole range of what you're feeling and don't (usually) apologize for it. You're putting yourself out there and that's strong.
5. Do you comment? I do comment occasionally. Sometimes I don't though, because I don't want to add yet another comment for you to reply to if someone else has already said the same thing. (You have enough to do already! :) )
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass? Nothing, comment about everything here. You should *especially* comment about Bush being a giant ass.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass? I'm not sure we can talk ENOUGH about a woman's right to choose. There are so many other issues embroiled in that one that we need to shout as much as we can as often as we can. Also, see prev. re: Bush being a giant ass.
8. Where are you from? I now live in Indianapolis. I was born and raised in Bloomington, IN (ULTRA-liberal) and then went to college in Evansville, IN (ULTRA-conservative). So it's been an interesting growing up for me.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Why don't you and Charlie move here and hang out with me?
10. Do you have a blog? Yup, it's a weight-loss blog and I've been gaining weight so I haven't posted for a week or so lately. It's a thing I have to do, just haven't yet. http://www.minimize.blogspot.com
Posted by: Peach | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 04:28 PM
Happy Blogoversary, Cecily! I'm glad you're here!!
1. What we have in common is our age and our voluptuousness.
2. What we don't have in common is our beliefs about politics.
3. Originally I thought I found your blog through Dooce, but I think I may have actually found you through Chez Miscarriage. Actually, my friend Paula introduced me to blogs in general, and those were the two she linked. In fact, now that I think about it, it was on Chez Miscarriage when grrl asked us all to send our prayers your way at that awful time last fall. :(
4. I love your honesty. I admire the way you expose yourself to us in such deep and meaningful ways. Sorry if that sounds a little corny, but it's true!
5. I have commented relatively often.
6. I don't know what I'd like to hear you shut up about. I may not always agree with your opinions, but I like to hear your voice. And man, it comes through loud and clear sometimes! :)
7. I always like to hear the stories relating to your sobriety. I also like to hear you talk about choice--you're certainly qualified to discuss it in ways I can't even fathom. I'm also enjoying your posts about weight loss, so I guess that means I want to hear more about your giant (shrinking) ass!
8. I was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and lived there until I was 29. I have lived in Lafayette, Indiana, for the past 7 years, and right now, we are in the midst of relocating to Portage, Michigan.
9. What is your favorite "feel-good" movie? What one movie lifts you up and inspires you more than any other?
10. I'm blogless. Maybe someday?
Posted by: Mary | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 04:49 PM
1. What do we have in common? Infertility? Fatness? Politics? Loss?
Actually none of the above. I love to camp though. I was bored one day, and just reading random blogs. I read a lot, bookmarked a few to come back and read the archives. I lost my bookmarks, and had to look through Julie's huge link list. I found yours again right as you were losing the boys. I've stuck ever since.
2. What DON’T we have in common? One of the most interesting things about this blog has been the development of friendships with people like Anne—we’re on a different page about so many things, but we’ve come to support each other anyway.
I'm not into politics at all. I hardly even watch the news. I read books, but mine are the romance kind. I can't remember the last movie I've seen in the theater -- I wait until they come out on DVD and buy them.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit?
See #1
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? You have all been so generous and kind already about my writing, but I’m not seeking more ego stroking here (ok, maybe I am. So what?). I’m just curious.
I love that you are funny and honest, that you're not afraid to talk about the things that bother you. And you are good at it!
5. Do you comment? If so, awesome (it's really about more of that ego gratification)! If not, why? I know I read more blogs than I can possibly comment on, although I do try to comment on everyone’s blogs once in a while. I read over 60 (holy shit!) a day now, and if I commented too I’d never get anything done.
I've commented at least once, but I don't post too much because I'm pretty shy. I prefer to lurk.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
Not a thing.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
Whatever you want to talk about I'll be here "listening".
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like.
Western Michigan, born and raised.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Be creative. But don't ask me about when I lost my virginity (I was 14--eek!).
I was going to ask what your favorite movie was, but I scrolled up and saw movies as a few questions. So, how about ... Damn, I can't think of a question now!
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here! I started one a long time ago, but I only posted to it a couple of times and let it go.
Posted by: Kate | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 05:14 PM
1. Infertility, Fatness, Politics
2. No tats here. I'm in the adoption process now.
3. Fertility Friend
4. You are a powerful writer and have, on many occassions, touched my heart. You have also made me laugh my ass off and get insanely angry too :)
5. Yep, I comment. What me keep this big mouth shut?
6. I can't think of anything I didn't want you to talk about.
7. I love your movie reviews!
8. Philadelphia
9. If you hit the lottery tomorrow - what would you do with the winnings?
10. www.talesfromthestirrups.blogspot.com
Posted by: Julie | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 05:19 PM
1. Infertility, although my journey on this path has been a lot shorter than yours.
2. Haven't noticed anything yet.
3. I can't remember who I found first, but I've been regularly reading Grrl, Julie, Julia-Here Be Hippogriffs, Tertia and you, for several months now.
4. As with Tertia, it's the honesty. You've been through a lot of crap and yet you share it with us, people you don't even know.
5. Been lurking for months, but only recently started commenting. Most of the time, there are several people that express similar feelings as mine, so I usually don't bother.
6. Got nothing.
7. Anything you observe.
8. Longmont, CO, USA
9. You may have covered this earlier, but how did you come to realize that you had found the right man?
10. This is hard for me to admit, but yes. So far, only two people have seen it. (My husband and a good friend.) I'm not sure what I want to do with it, but I have blogged random thoughts. A visit from anyone here would be ever so sweet.
http://mochajunkie.blogspot.com/
Posted by: mochajunkie | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 05:21 PM
*delurks*
1. What do we have in common?
Our good friend Mrs. Miller
2. What DON’T we have in common?
gender,country of residence,hair color, number of pets. . . ummmmmm
3. How did you find my blog?
Fish Out of Water
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
I find your view on the world unique because our life experiences are so different.
5. Do you comment?
This is the first time. I usually only comment when I have something to say and when someone else hasn't said it yet. (I hate repeating what others have to say.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about?
Nothing, your blog, you can say what you want. If I don't like it I'll skip the entry.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about?
Whatever you want to.
8. Where are you from?
Born in Philly to German parents, raised in the suburbs of, college in Boston, and currently living in Minden Germany.
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
Do you think visually or verbally?
10. www.glasmaul.typepad.com
Posted by: -j. | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 05:41 PM
Well done on the anniversary!
1. Well, the first thing we had was lovely Sarah in common! Other things too though...definite weight issues, father issues, women image issues...
2. We live in diferent states.
3. Your blog was actually the first one I ever read. Sarah would tell me about some of the stuff you were going through and gave me the link. I was affected quite a lot.
4. Your openness
5. I should comment more.
6. PLEASE DO NOT SHUT UP ABOUT ANYTHING.
7. I really think your blog is so good because you keep it simple and write from the heart of your life.
8. From Vermont originally but now, Brooklyn, NY!!
9. How do you find the energy and time to write pretty much every day without fail and with posts that are always interesting and deep and totally YOU ...how? how? how?
10. a lost blog: http://thetalesofanycwoman.blogspot.com/
Posted by: caitlin | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 05:43 PM
1. What do we have in common?
Feminism and liberal politics.
2. What DON’T we have in common?
I am skinny, fertile, not in recovery (and not an addict), I have no tattoos, and I haven't seen a movie since "Finding Nemo" hit the second-run theater three blocks from my house.
3. How did you find my blog?
Someone linked to you with a prayer/good thoughts request when you were hospitalized after losing the first twin. That's when I came over and started reading.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
You are funny, argumentative, and interesting.
5. Do you comment?
Very occasionally. I am not infertile, nor have I been through a loss like yours, and I don't want to go around giving out "assvice" ;-)
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about?
This is your blog. There are posts I find less interesting than others, and I skim. I'm not going to complain about them, though, because sheesh, it's YOUR blog!
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about?
See above, except substitute "more interesting" and "read carefully and occasionally pass on to friends."
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like.
Minneapolis.
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
I'd like to request that you post the poem about why fat women are better in bed, that you used to read at poetry slams.
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
http://www.livejournal.com/users/naomikritzer/
Posted by: Naomi | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 05:52 PM
1. What do we have in common? Married.
2. What DON’T we have in common? Lots and lots of things!
3. How did you find my blog? Julie's list
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? Your sense of humor!!!! I love reading about things that piss you off.
5. Do you comment? Once or twice.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Not a thing.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about?
8. Where are you from? From Iowa. Live in Tokyo.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Your favorite tatoo and why.
Posted by: Jen | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 05:59 PM
1. What do we have in common? Infertility? Fatness? Politics? Loss? Yes, fat! I'm opinionated; politically we mesh. The biggest thing is that I'm pregnant with quadruplets (with just a mere 50 mg of clomid) and will have to reduce to one because I had severe preeclampsia with my daughter and it seems this pregnancy is doomed unless I reduce three. I experienced the same problems you did, but luckily I was at 36 weeks and my daughter was mature enough to make it. With that history, there was some talk (from me only) of trying to continue with twins. I was told with twins, to expect preeclampsia to hit at 20 weeks, which would force me to make an even tougher decision. You were the first person I thought about when the doctor said that.
2. What DON’T we have in common? No tats or addiction here. I see about one movie a year in the theater since having my daughter, so not movies.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit? There was that award you were up for a few weeks ago -- a crafty blog I read was also up for another category, but while at the site to vote, I saw your link and made my way here.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? Your honesty and that you update frequently :)
5. Do you comment? Sometimes, if I have something to say and the time.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass? Nothing really. Although I do skip the movie reviews because I rarely see them.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass? Whatever.
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like. Silicon Valley/SF Peninsula.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Where about do you live? My guess is Philadelphia. Maybe because that is where DH is from, so I assume anyone East lives there too.
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here! Nope.
Congratulations on your first year!
Posted by: kimberly | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 06:04 PM
Happy Blogiversary.
Long may you rant, Cecily!
1. Politics, righteous anger, that sort of thing.
2. Tons of stuff - I'm not infertile, I don't live in the US, I don't work outside the home, I'm a freelance writer.
3. Actually, from Monica's list at Deviant Woman.
4. The way your personality comes out in your writing.
5. Yes. I read almost every day but I only comment from time to time.
6. Nothing. It's your blog, talk about whatever you like.
7. A woman’s right to choose - absolutely!
8. Newfoundland, Canada (No, I don't live in an igloo, I don't have an especially thick accent, and I couldn't really get into The Shipping News, thanks :))
9.If you were a cookie, what kind of cookie would you be and why?
10. Why, yes! I do have a weblog (of sorts) on my website - http://www.mombie.com
Posted by: Chris | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 06:08 PM
1. What do we have in common? Politics, ass size, being Gorgeous and Divine
2. What DON’T we have in common? Recovery, loss, infertility
3. How did you find my blog? Through Chez Miscarriage when you lost your first son
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? Your wisdom, honesty, humor, and our mutual outrage at our current fascist administration
5. Do you comment? Yes, sometimes, when I feel like I have something to contribute
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Nothing. I enjoy it all.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass? All of the above. Plus, I agree, more Charlie please!
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like. I'm from Seattle, over here on the Left Coast. I'm formerly from Santa Cruz, CA, so it's just been Liberal City USA for me, ha ha.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? A post you wrote about your mother once hit me like a bolt of lightning when you said you remembered her telling you (when you were hurt, or sad about something, I can't remember exactly) that she didn't have time for it, she had to go to work. I have said those EXACT words to my 7 year old daughter and it took my breath away and I started crying at my desk at work and vowed to try to be gentler and a better listener. Anyway, here is the question - if you could change one thing about the way you were raised by your mom, what would it be?
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here! Not yet, but soon. Y'all make me realize I might have something to say, as well.
Posted by: libby | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 06:15 PM
Well, shit on a shingle, I forgot to tell you Happy Anniversary! Keep up the great writing!
Posted by: libby | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 06:17 PM
1. What do we have in common? Infertility? Fatness? Politics? Loss?
Politics for sure. I'm also struggling to lose weight. I don't know the state of my fertility, but infertility is a huge fear for me. Huge. My cycles have never been regular or normal, so I am suspicious that something's not right in there.
2. What DON’T we have in common? One of the most interesting things about this blog has been the development of friendships with people like Anne—we’re on a different page about so many things, but we’ve come to support each other anyway.
Not sure about this one. I usually agree with everything you have to say. I'm not much of a movie-watcher. That's it, I think!
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit?
Must have been through someone else's. I found Julie's blog googling, and then went from her's to everyone else's to yours somewhere along the way.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? You have all been so generous and kind already about my writing, but I’m not seeking more ego stroking here (ok, maybe I am. So what?). I’m just curious.
Love the political rants.
5. Do you comment? If so, awesome (it's really about more of that ego gratification)! If not, why? I know I read more blogs than I can possibly comment on, although I do try to comment on everyone’s blogs once in a while. I read over 60 (holy shit!) a day now, and if I commented too I’d never get anything done.
Sometimes. Usually when a post is particularly interesting to me.
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like.
Phoenix AZ
Posted by: Gina | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 06:19 PM
Happy blogiversary! One year. Wow.
1. What do we have in common? Infertility, weight, loss, recovery, sarcasm.
2. What DON’T we have in common? Probably politics ~ mostly due to my not being in the same country as you.
3. How did you find my blog? Mmm..I don't remember...I tend to click on titles that I find interesting, and do remember coming to your blog during the time of your loss, and while Sara was updating.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? I just love the way you are so freaking honest. You always give me something to think, laugh or cry about!
5. Do you comment? Yep.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? hmmm....nothing really. It's your blog my dear!
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? Your recovery philosophy.
8. Where are you from? East coast of Canada - Nova Scotia.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? What is the one tat that you don't have that you would like to have, why and where would it be? (and yes it does count as only one question cuz I only used one question mark!!! hehe)
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here! http://weightncee.blogspot.com
Posted by: Sandy | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 06:26 PM
1. Fatness (I like to say weight or eating issues), some politics, also I love your movie reviews.
2. What DON’T we have in common? Infertility (and I often cringe with 'fertility guilt' while reading here) also I'm not quite as liberal as you are.
3. How did you find my blog? My friend Toni at Strong Coffee
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? Your writing style, the movie reviews, and the political commentary. Even if I don't agree with them, I respect your right to express them, and you do it so well too.
5. Do you comment? From time to time
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Hey! It's your blog, you don't have to shut up about anything.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? Again, it's your blog, it's your call.
8. Where are you from? Oklahoma
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Be creative. But don't ask me about when I lost my virginity (I was 14--eek!). Oh dear, here's where you find out I completely lack creativity and I can't think of anything to ask.
10. Do you have a blog? It's www.greggdigressions.blogspot.com but be warned I'm not nearly as talented as you are. Still, it's been good for me.
Posted by: Melessa | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 06:27 PM
1. What do we have in common?
We're both left-of-left on the political spectrum, we're both big women, we both have darkish humor but also hopeful spirits.
2. What DON’T we have in common?
Infertility, your ability to be so honest in your writing (I aspire to that but have a long way to go).
3. How did you find my blog?
You left a great comment on Grrl's blog and I just followed your link, and I'm still here, pestering.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
Your writing is polished yet direct -- it's like (half of) a really good conversation, and you have an interesting perspective on so many things. You have a great sense of humor and crack me up a lot. I also enjoy reading your movie reviews.
5. Do you comment?
I do comment, and I really appreciate that you reply!
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about?
I can't think of anything... part of what I like about your blog is that you rant so eloquently.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about?
Just more of the same -- whatever you're living.
8. Where are you from?
Philadelphia (I grew up in the area, then lived near downtown and in West Philly for a while). I may well go back in the next five years.
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
What's your favorite place you've traveled to?
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
I occasionally rant but mostly post pictures at http://www.annelear.com/soapbox/soapbox.html -- I'm trying to write more, and more honestly, but my parents read it (mostly to see and read about their grandkids) so I'm afraid of freaking them out. (Yeah, got some issues there.)
Happy bloggerversary!
Posted by: Anna | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 06:33 PM
1. What do we have in common? Infertility? Fatness? Politics? Loss?
Fatness, and Politics,
2. What DON’T we have in common?
Infertility. I stumbled on your blog when you lost your sons and I cried with you. It hit me so much, how very lucky I am to have my daughter. Also I've never drank, just occasionally. I had a fairly normal childhood, with both my parents in the suburbs, Oh and tattoos - I never got a tattoo - though my husband did offer me one for college graduation, but I chickened out.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit?
Another blog I read and I don't even know which one anymore linked to you when you were grieving for your sons. I found you and have read you daily ever since.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
Your honesty - about everything. Its so refreshing. I feel so bound to not piss off certain people in my life so I don't blog about everything I want to on my blog - I see someone who talks about everything as empowering and awe-inspiring.
5. Do you comment?
I did once and then I re - lurked :) you emailed me and I was too shy to reply - I don't know why - I guess cause I'm alittle awe struck :)
I'll try to do it more...
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
Belittling yourself. Your such a strong beautiful woman!
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
Sure - all of the above. I read everything you say.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Be creative. But don't ask me about when I lost my virginity (I was 14--eek!).
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
Visible Light-at http://www.muttmansion.com/vl -- I blog about my daughter, my travels, my hubby, and occasionally politics.
Posted by: Lori Herrington | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 06:38 PM
1) I love animals! I only have one cat and three goldfish, but someday, ah, someday...
2)I'm not TTC yet. I'm a conservative Republican. Yeah...
3)I found your blog through The Naked Ovary.
4)I love your writing, your strength and sense of humor, your strong opinions (though I mostly disagree with them).
5)I usually comment nowadays, though I didn't use to.
6)You shouldn't shut up about anything! Thank goodness we live in a democracy...
7)I enjoy whatever you write about, but I really like when you discuss books and poetry and stuff.
8)I'm from Brooklyn! (Oh yeah, I'm a tough cookie!)
9)What's your Happy Place image?
10)I now have *two* blogs!
One is called The Ignoble Experiment, and it's at http://sicat222.blogspot.com, and the other, more recent one is The Golden Gag Awards at http://warningoffensive.blogspot.com
Posted by: Irina | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 06:39 PM
1. What do we have in common?
We have infertility, POLITICS, and late pregnancy loss in common.
2. What don't we have in common?
I don't have an addict's nature, so I find it very enlightening to read your honest accounts of your struggles with addiction. Also - no tattoos :( But did have a a navel ring once!;)
3. How did you find my blog?
I was reading before she created the list, so must have found it linked from another blog.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
LOVE your rants, especially the political rants! The recent post about the cartoon bug commercials was hysterical. I wish that yellow "digger" dude would burrow under GWB's toenails...
5. Do you comment?
Hell, yes. But not often enough.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about?
Umm, seriously dude, can't think of one thing that I think you harp on too much.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about?
Can't ever get enough Bush skewering.
8. Where are you from?
Virginia, USA
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
Umm, when did you lose your - oh damn! You beat me to it!
10. Do you have a blog?
Too scared to start one. I admire the bravery of those who put it out there!
Posted by: buttercup | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 06:48 PM
- IF, and I am starting to think I have some food issues too...although they are fairly recently developed.
- Yikes not much! Conservative here, although I guess a little socially liberal.
- From Tertia's blog when she posted about you losing your boys.
- I actually enjoy your liberal rants. You really have the courage of your convictions. I just can't stand when people talk out of their ass on subjects. You at least know what you're talking about. And like I said, I'm socially liberal in some ways so I don't disagree with everything you write.
- I don't know if I've commented before. Maybe once.
- It's your blog, you can write what you want to!
- Suburb of NYC.
Posted by: ellen | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 06:51 PM
1. What do we have in common? Politics.
2. What DON’T we have in common? IF--that I know of at least. Not yet trying for children.
3. How did you find my blog? Julie's list.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
I really enjoy it all (well, enjoy might not be the right word, but you get the idea.)
5. Do you comment?
Sometimes. Much less often than I read. I usually comment when I just cannot keep my mouth shut any longer (and it is usually with some form of 'right on!')
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? I havent ever thought about you shutting up about anything.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? Therapy (only because I am a therapist in training and I find it fascinating)
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like. Southern California.
Posted by: Rose | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 06:55 PM
1. What do we have in common? Infertility? Fatness? Politics? Loss?
My husband and I started TTC in July and had a miscarriage in Sept. You and these other great women have helped me get through the pain. I am trying WW to lose 30 pounds. And my politics seem similar to yours.
2. What DON’T we have in common?
I live on the West coast.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit?
I don't remember now, probably through Julie's list.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
I enjoy your honesty. Also, my husband has been in recovery for 3 1/2 years and I like reading about your sobriety.
5. Do you comment?
Not usually. I have wanted to, though. I am fairly new to commenting at all and get anxious about what people will think of me.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about?
Nothin' - bring it all on!
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about?
8. Where are you from? The Seattle area.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Be creative.
Have you ever been arrested? ;)
10. Do you have a blog? Yep!
If so, plug it here! http://www.wannababynow.blogspot.com
Posted by: Krimojo | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 07:04 PM
1. What do we have in common? Infertility and Loss
2. What DON’T we have in common? Everything else. :)
3. How did you find my blog? Julie's blog
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
Your openness and honesty. Knowing all you've been through and the fact you are still putting one foot in front of the other every day gives me hope.
5. Do you comment? Yes, sometimes.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? This is YOUR blog. Talk about whatever you feel like. That is why I love it!
8. Where are you from? Southern California
9. One question you would like me to answer? If you suddenly became independently wealthy what would you do with all the money?
10. Do you have a blog? No. I am too self-concious to let anybody into the inner workings of my brain.
Posted by: KimK | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 07:18 PM
1. What do we have in common? Common friend, Susie J.T-B.
2. What DON’T we have in common? Well, you're employed right now, I'm not? And I've made the choice not to have children, while you do want to have them. And you actually post regularly, while my blog goes through dry spells.
3. How did you find my blog? From Susie J. T-B.'s page.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? I really enjoy your writing! And the fact that you really make an effort to post almost every day. That takes dedication! And, you have interesting links in your posts.
5. Do you comment? This is my first comment. I really don't do comments on anyone's blogs... I guess I just don't really think my words are worth the bandwidth.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Nothing really. After all, I choose to read the blog, I can choose to not read the blog, so why should you hush up about anything?
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? I like your movie reviews, since I don't go to the movies a lot (broke and cheap right now), so keep that up.
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like. Well... I'm in flux right now, but here's my rundown from birth: Hazleton PA (18 years); Philadelphia (6 years); Bowling Green OH (2 years); Champaign IL (7 years)... and now I'm in flux between NE PA and the Philadelphia area again, and maybe Canada. Long story.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? What was your first music concert you attended?
10. Do you have a blog? Yes, and I publish a bunch of zines, as well. My should-be-updated-more blog is at: lowhug.blogspot.com
Posted by: aj michel | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 07:40 PM
1. politics, sense of humor, and the fact that we both give really good blow jobs. (sorry, i couldn't help myself of that one...)
2. i'm not infertile (then again i've never tried to get pregnant).
3. grrl. or julia. don't remember.
4. your hilarious nature. your gritty honesty. the fact that you always make me laugh, even when things are downright shitty.
5. not lately, but i do.
6. there's nothing to shut up about (ok, i'm lying. i don't want to read about god... but then again, i'm a heathen. )
7. choice and bush. you can never talk about them enough.
8. brooklyn
9. i've love to hear about the first tattoo you got.
10. i'm at "gripes from the grumpy girl"... http://blogs.salon.com/0003115
Posted by: grumpygirl | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 07:41 PM
Hi Cecily!
1. What do we have in common? Weight issues, similar childhoods, absentee fathers, "challenging" mothers, sordid bar hopping in the 80's, liberal political opinions
2. What DON’T we have in common? Infertility, substance abuse, loss, also, I think our opinions are different about medications/natural healing etc, though we don't really talk about it.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit? You were kind enough to give me the gift of your link and I laughed and cried for 2 days while reading the whole thing start to finish.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? Love your writing style and I love it that you state your opinions so clearly. I am always worrying about offending people.
5. Do you comment? Seldom. I am busy and a bit reserved about commenting publicly. If I do post, I usually end up sounding stupid.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? I love everything that you talk about even though I sometimes disagree with your opinions.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? Everything!
8. Where are you from? Grew up in Minnesota, have lived in Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Utah and now live in upstate NY.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? I am wondering about the tattoos! You didn't have any when I moved away.
10. Do you have a blog? No blog, but I will shamelessly plug my web page: www.absolutearts.com/portfolios/t/tracyhelgeson/
Posted by: Tracy | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 07:41 PM
Happy Bloggiversary!!!! Has it REALLY already been a year?
1. What do we have in common? Infertility? Fatness? Politics? Loss? All of the above, babe. Also, I like tats. I've never been through addiction and recovery personally, but my late very best friend and former roommate (she was a sister in every way but blood) had an addiction and we went though numerous of her recoveries together.
2. What DON’T we have in common? You have a far better number of tattoos than I have.
3. How did you find my blog? I found you, of course, through Julie. It was simultanously a link to your blog and a comment you made on one of hers that struck a chord.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? You're quite the badass lady in every way.
5. Do you comment? I don't comment nearly as much as I should. I vow to change that.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Why the hell would I want you to shut up about anything? BRING IT ON.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass? Yes, please.
8. Where are you from? Atlanta, land of the teensy blue dot on the voting map of Georgia.
Posted by: oliviadrab | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 07:57 PM
1. infertility (hers). drunkenness. recovery to a point. left-wingedness.
2. my ivf days have come to a successful conclusion. you have a sponsor.
3. julie's blogroll i believe.
4. humor. sadness. recovery. reality!
5. occasionally.
6. lol your space, blather as you wish. i can move on if i choose.
7. your experience as a friend of bill. :)
8. near dallas, dumbfuckistan.
9. did you enjoy losing your virginity, and did you use birth control?
10. the newly upgraded and redesigned rainbow's point at http://www.myprivatespace.org/
Posted by: RainbowW | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 08:06 PM
1. What do we have in common?
You're a Pennsylvanian, right? Me too. And I never thought I'd say this, but I miss it. We've also got politics in common and I definitely have an ass that enjoys bossing me around in the "what to eat" department. (My ass is currently lobbying me to eat Girl Scout cookies.)
2. What DON’T we have in common?
Well, I don't yet know if I'm infertile. I'm not married nor am I trying to have a kid (though I want to have kids), but I am in a serious relationship.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit?
I believe I found your blog through Julie. It all starts to get hazy after a while... I read too many blogs!
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
Your writing is wonderful. You're so thought-provoking on a multitude of topics!
5. Do you comment?
I comment occasionally. Usually when something you've written strikes a real chord with me and I just can't keep my mouth shut.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
None of the above... even if I don't agree with you on something, I respect your opinion and the fact that it's YOUR blog. (And by the way, I usually agree with you.)
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
I don't know how to answer this. I'll just say that you haven't bored me ever, so it doesn't matter what you write about!
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like.
I'm from Pittsburgh. I now live in Seattle.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Be creative. But don't ask me about when I lost my virginity (I was 14--eek!).
Is there a post in here somewhere about how Charlie proposed or your wedding? I haven't yet read back through all of your archives, but I'm working on it... as time at work allows.
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
I do have a blog, but it's mainly for me to bitch and ramble... things I do well. Anyway, it's not the most focused blog in the world, but I'm 26 and I'm not the most focused person in the world. :) http://livablecity.typepad.com
Posted by: Erin | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 08:10 PM
1. What do we have in common? Some politics, IF, loss and end a pregancy due to maternal health issues.
2. What DON’T we have in common?
Some politics.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit?
When julie posted about you losing your son's.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
Liker Tertia, a lot of what I like is that our feelings are/were the same. When I feel crazy about what I felt its nice to know I am not the only one who responded in the way. Although I hate other people had to go through the samething to begin with.
5. Do you comment?
Rarely. Maybe once or twice. I feel like a lot of what I offer is pointless and echoing other commenters so i rarelt do.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about?
Nothing.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about?
I am all about choice. I like to read when you talk about it.
8. Where are you from?
Memphis. TN
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
What is the single most indulgent thing you just must to no matter what?
10. Do you have a blog?
Yep whiny and all that. http://www.3inthefamily.com
Posted by: kelly | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 08:30 PM
1. What do we have in common?
Like you, I'm from PA but a much smaller town than where you live. I'm also quite liberal. We both also have a bunch of pets--I have seven plus a foster rabbit.
2. What DON’T we have in common?
No infertility. I'm married but trying very hard not to get pregnant.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit?
Grrl posted about your difficult time with the pregnancy, when troubles first started but before you lost both boys.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
Honestly, I love the fact that you're liberal and you write about a lot of non-fertility issues. Plus, you watch movies that I want to watch but have no time! It's like having my own movie review on my hands.
5. Do you comment?
Rarely.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
None of the above. Keep up the Bush-bashing.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
Some of the cultural aspects about being female. I'd like to see more women tackle "the glass ceiling" ideas and the continued but sometimes subtle sexism in our culture.
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like.
I'm from a very small town called Waynesboro, PA. I live in Raleigh NC right now but will be moving to Wisconsin within the next 12 months.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Be creative. But don't ask me about when I lost my virginity (I was 14--eek!).
Hmmmmm. None right now.
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
Used to, but no time. All my writing should be focused on my dissertation. Which reminds me...Sigh. Back to work.
Posted by: Jhondra | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 08:32 PM
1. weight issues, politics, loss, mucho pet-love, similar-looking husbands (i'll email you a picture if you want), lots of inkings, um... infertility i'm not sure about. haven't actively tried since that first loss.
2. i don't share a similar scholastic field.
3. julie's amazing list, yes.
4. i enjoy your clear style of writing, your sense of humor, your honesty, and the way you reach out to other women.
5. i should more, i really enjoy your writing and feel we have a lot in common.
6. talk more! i love your blog.
7. more poetry.
8. a cowtown on the western plains, surrounded by rednecks and yuppies, being neither.
9. i seem to be lacking in curiousity tonight :(
10. see name
Posted by: carmie | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 08:55 PM
Happy, happy blogo-riffic anniversary!
1. What do we have in common? definitely the weight thing and infertility. I love daffodils and we are both gorgeious & divine
2. What DON’T we have in common? I don't have tatoos and I think movie theater popcorn is yucky. I also tend to like (whispering here) GWB.
3. How did you find my blog? Through Julie's (thank you Julie!) and have been hooked ever since
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? I love your writing and your topics. I think you're funny, witty and divine!
5. Do you comment? Sometimes I comment and I'm always in awe that I get a response. Really, you dont' need to.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Nothing yet....I want you to keep on doing what you're doing!
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? Whatever you would like to talk about....I'll read about.
8. Where are you from? Can you say FROZEN? Can you say SNOW? Can you say SICK OF FUCKING WINTER? That's where I'm from. Maine...... please spring (sobbing loudly), please come back...
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Be creative. But don't ask me about when I lost my virginity (I was 14--eek!). slut!! Kidding - pot calling kettle black here... I was 15 myself. I would like to know if you think the Hokey Pokey really IS what it's all about after all? This question goes round and round in my head. I think it is the answer to it all! lol
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here! Shameless plug here...please visit me and my boring Maine life! www.deerledge.blogspot.com
Posted by: Sheri | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 09:11 PM
1. What do we have in common?
Politics, body image stuff, snarky sense of humor.
2. What DON’T we have in common?
Addiction, relationship with our mothers, tattoos.
3. How did you find my blog?
Through either Grrrl or Julie, way back when you first started.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
Your writing, that is so precise and yet warm at the same time. Your clarity and honesty. Your generosity even when you're cornered and being poked with a stick.
5. Do you comment?
Yes. Unless it's about a movie I haven't seen.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about?
Dealer's choice, baby. Talk about whatever you want.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about?
Your favorite authors and books.
8. Where are you from?
From the Midwest originally. Have lived in NYC for 8 years.
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
Are you a Paul or a Marko?
10. Do you have a blog?
http://moxie.blogs.com
Posted by: Moxie | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 09:43 PM
1. What do we have in common?
-Infertility, loss, politics, weight issues, similar sense of humor (although yours is funnier and fouler than mine)
2. What DON’T we have in common?
-tattoos, addiction/recovery, all those pets.
3. How did you find my blog?
-Someone else's blog list (can't remember who)- the title attracted me because my husband and I used to be obsessive about birth control before we discovered IF issues. Ironic, isn't it?
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
-You write the way I wish I could write with ease (I occassionally come up with sad, funny, etc. blogs after excessive wordsmithing.) I also like that you write about everything- personal, political, movies, random stuff. I never know what I'm going to get when I pull up your page but you always make me either laugh, cry, think, and sometimes all 3!
5. Do you comment?
-If I think I have something to offer.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about?
-Nothing. Keep it up.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about?
-I'd love to hear your take on Philly. My take- Its a major city with a small-town feel and a major inferiority complex.
8. Where are you from?
- In my life have lived in or near most of the major East Coast cities north of Florida and one Gulf Coast city. Currently reside in an East Coast city suburb.
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
- I can't think of one that's not like a lame-ass job interview question (eg, where do you see yourself in 5 years).
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
-I have an audience of about three, so am grateful for the plug. My blog is about parenthood, infertility, life in the 30's, grief, loss, telecommuting, and other random things.
http://mymeanderings.typepad.com/
Posted by: Leggy | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 09:43 PM
1. Politics! love of animals (esp. kitties)
2. A lot- my life challenges have been very different from yours, plus I can only aspire to be as amazingly Gorgeous and Divine as you!
3. Julie's
4. Your honesty, your attitude toward life, your spirituality, and the beautiful way you write
5. Sometimes, though since I know you read (and reply to!) every comment I try to only say something when I'm not afraid of sounding stupid.
6. Nothing! I find all of it interesting.
7. The aminals :) Also, you could post more photos!
8. Honolulu, Hawaii (mmm, paradise..)
9. Hmm.. I guess what I'd like to know is, how can someone who hasn't been through the loss you've experienced be supportive?
10. Yes, my url with /kamala (got too many weirdos commenting, so I try to hide it a bit from search engines now)
Posted by: lisa | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 09:52 PM
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!! And here's to a happier year.
1. What do we have in common? Infertility? Fatness? Politics? Loss?
Infertility, politics, disfunctional families, fantastic husbands.
2. What DON’T we have in common?
Can't write anywhere as well as you. No pets, no tats, not even close in # of movies viewed.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit?
Through comments you were making on those other "early" IF blogs.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
Oh you ego-stroking-whore. Here goes: Your sense of self, for starters. Your unapologetic, take-me-as-you-find-me approach to life. Your sense of humor. Your courage. Your ferocity.
5. Do you comment?
Sometimes. But I check in to read daily.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
NOTHING, PLEASE.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
Your poetry.
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like.
South America, now Philly.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Be creative. But don't ask me about when I lost my virginity (I was 14--eek!).
Ummmm...I can't ask the virginity one? Damn. Cause now I'll just be wondering...
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
lifesjestbook.typepad.com
Posted by: Menita | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 09:57 PM
1. What do we have in common? Infertility? Fatness? Politics? Loss?
Fatness. We seem to like some similar movies/tv shows (Medium, Carnivale). I love camping (I'm passionate about it, actually). Addictive personalities. Writing talent.
2. What DON’T we have in common? One of the most interesting things about this blog has been the development of friendships with people like Anne—we’re on a different page about so many things, but we’ve come to support each other anyway.
I don't own dogs because of allergies. It's the great heartbreak of my life. No cats, either. A humble (but feisty) parakeet named Sammy is all. I find myself not wanting to read anyone's pet stories because it makes me mad that I can't have them in my family, too, and I feel pretty pissy and grouchy about it.
I'm not a huge fan of tattooes. I can appreciate them, and have seen many that are beautiful and also like the symbolism often involved in them, but I also have a hard time separating that appreciation from my general knee-jerk impression that they're white trashy. I do sometimes consider getting one of Kermit the Frog on my shoulder, but never get around to it. My niece designed two gorgeous tattoos for herself that are full of symbolic meaning and I photographed them for her; they're gorgeous. So I guess I'm conflicted on the whole issue.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit?
The day Getupgrrl linked to you when it first came out that you were losing one of the boys.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? You have all been so generous and kind already about my writing, but I’m not seeking more ego stroking here (ok, maybe I am. So what?). I’m just curious.
Your sense of humor, emotional honesty, your story, movie reviews. Really, everything. Except maybe the angry liberal ranting, though that has value, too.
5. Do you comment? If so, awesome (it's really about more of that ego gratification)! If not, why? I know I read more blogs than I can possibly comment on, although I do try to comment on everyone’s blogs once in a while. I read over 60 (holy shit!) a day now, and if I commented too I’d never get anything done.
I do comment, but like you, I often don't have time to on many blogs.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
I'm not much for political blogs, though reading about it here doesn't bother me. I'm a moderate liberal--maybe even just a centrist--but I'm strongly against much of what this admin is doing, so that's probably why it doesn't bother me.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
I love your blog the way it is. I love the movie reviews, hearing about your life with Charlie and plans to try for more children, your brutal emotional honesty, your fabulous therapist, your sense of humor, and the politics.
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like.
Northern Illinois, NW burbs of Chicago in childhood, Chicago in my 20s, small town far NW of Chicago now (Woodstock, where "Groundhog Day" was filmed).
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Be creative. But don't ask me about when I lost my virginity (I was 14--eek!).
I was just shy of 15--eek indeed! Hmm, what one question? Have you rented and watched "The Indian Runner" yet? Will you let me know when you do? Okay, that's two, so spank me. :)
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
Yes, I do. It's called Strong Coffee, detailing the life of a mom and freelance writer who wants to lose a bunch o' weight and also move from Illinois to Colorado, near the mountains:
http://strong-coffee.blogspot.com
~Toni
Posted by: Toni | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 10:01 PM
1. What do we have in common?
Politics (esp. hating Bush. Also being very pro-choice), being fat.
2. What don't we have in common?
Infertility.
3. How did you find my blog?
Google? I don't remember, but I do know that I found many other blogs through yours, and more through those...etc.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
It makes me laugh, cry, angry (not your blog, but the topics), etc. I love your strength.
5. Do you comment?
A couple times, mostly not because I don't really think before I write and that leads to spelling errors and incomplete thoughts/sentences.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about?
Nothing!
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about?
Keep doing what you're doing.
8. Where are you from?
East Coast
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
Umm...If I think of one, I'll be sure to ask.
Posted by: pam | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 10:39 PM
Happy Blog O'versary
1. What do we have in common? Infertility, Fatness, Politics, Recovery
2. What DON’T we have in common? My dh doesn't want kids
3. How did you find my blog? I read a post that refered to your blog, about you being in AA, can't remember on whose site, or hell, maybe it was Julie's list?
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
You are witty and caring but with an edge and not afraid to tell it like it is
5. Do you comment? Yep
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Nothing
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? hmmm, not sure
8. Where are you from? Texas
9. What one question would you like me to answer? I lost mine at 13 so nothing you can say would shock me. I know, what's your least favorite part about meetings? Drunk o'logs, cigarette smoke, long winded old timers?
10. Do you have a blog? www.spitsjournal.blogspot.com
Posted by: Debe | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 10:41 PM
I have been reading your blog for a while, but never commented. I never feel like I have anything to contribute. I enjoy everything about your blog and check for new posts everyday. You express your thoughts and feelings so well and I really like that. There's nothing I wish you would shutup about or talk more about...you have a perfect mixture. I'm from western Pennsylvania. Keep writing!!!
Posted by: Laura | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 10:50 PM
1. What do we have in common? I wouldn't say that I'm infertile, but I've gone through two miscarriages. And yes, I am definitely overweight.
2. What DON’T we have in common? Our politics, and I suspect various personal beliefs are about as different as they can get, but I don't care! I am also without tattoos. And dogs (but will likely get one as soon as we have a backyard).
3. How did you find my blog? You know what ... I can't remember for the life of me! Through someone else's blog, I think.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? I love your honesty. I love the way you tell it like it is. I love your fearlessness. I love that even though life has dealt you some serious hard-knocks, you are determined to move forward and grab hold of your dreams. I'm SO unbelievably impressed by that ... and proud of you too, if I may say that.
5. Do you comment? Yep! Not every day, but semi-frequently.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Well, I don't particularly LOVE to read about views that are different than mine but I know that's stupid and I absolutely don't want you to be quiet about your beliefs.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? Charlie. He's awesome. =)
8. Where are you from? I'm FROM Northern California (outside of Sacramento), but I live in NY now.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? I don't know if this has already been asked, but what was the worst date you've ever been on? And if I may ask TWO questions ... how long did it take you to realize you were in love with Charlie?
10. Do you have a blog? Yes, I do ... just click on my name! =)
Happy Blog-o-versary Cecily! You rock! =)
Posted by: Rebekah | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 10:50 PM
1. What do we have in common? Fatness, and I agree with a lot of your politics.
2. What DON’T we have in common? Infertility, and loss.
3. How did you find my blog? I think it was through Grrl.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? You have so many things to be miserable about, but you are not writing about “woe is me,” but rather so much incredible insightful stuff.
5. Do you comment? I mostly don’t, because I am intimidated by you and the infertility clique. Not that you are really cliquish, but you seem to all share this personal pain and have this personal shorthand between the bunch of you… and I don’t “belong”. I wait patiently until I feel I have something worthwhile to contribute about one of your topics, and then I say something. Except, I did post a silly limerick to Grrl's blog, and that was not worthwhile at all.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Movie reviews. They remind me that as a mom of young kids, I never get to sit down for two hours in a row and watch a movie, unless it is “Elmo in Grouchland” or something along those lines. After the kids go to bed, I am too tired and/or have to much to do to sit down and watch an adultish movie. I want to shake you and say, SO YOU WANT TO BE A MOMMY? KISS YOUR MOVIE HABIT GOODBYE! Envious? I guesso.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? More of the same.
8. Where are you from? New York => New Jersey => Virginia => Pennsylvania.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? I thought about asking if you crumple or if you fold! But I think I prefer this one: if you could have a dinner party with five other people whom you’ve never met before, living or dead, who would you pick, and why? (Not a very creative question, but the answer could be interesting.)
10. Do you have a blog? Nope. I do not have the self-esteem to stand up to the trolls.
Posted by: -erica | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 10:51 PM
1. What do we have in common? Fatness, Politics, Loss, Addiction, sarcasm, attitude, absent fathers, etc.
2. What DON’T we have in common? Well, I don't have any tatoos, I actually like my job and my fertility problems tended to run in the other direction. (Wink, wink, nudge, nudge, say no more!)
3. How did you find my blog? It's all Julie's fault! Although to be fair I should admit that it could have been one of other posse members.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? Well, I love it when you get all pissed off about some political issue, but pretty much all of it!
5. Do you comment? Sometimes. Like you, I barely have time to read the blogs I like, much less comment on them!
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Don't ever shut up!
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? Just keep talking...
8. Where are you from? Just North of Grand Rapids, Michigan...over the river and through the woods...
9. What one question would you like me to answer? I was 15...but I started trying when I was 13, does that count? ;) So how was your first time, anyway? I think for most of us it can most honestly be said that the anticipation far exceeded the actual event. What say you?
10. Do you have a blog? Ha! I don't have time to keep up with the blogs I love as it is, much less maintain my own! No, my bloggity existence will have to remain vicarious for the time being. Thanks for asking though!
That's all for now, C! Happy Bloggiversary!
Posted by: | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 10:52 PM
1. What do we have in common? Body issues.
2. What DON’T we have in common? Infertility, loss, addiction, recovery.
3. How did you find my blog? Was it through Julie’s amazing list or a random google hit? Through Julie's.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything? Your intelligence. You.
5. Do you comment? No. I'm scared to (but every night when I read your blog, I compose an e-mail to you in my head. One of these days I might actually type it.)
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? Nothing.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? Everything.
8. Where are you from? PEI, Canada but now live in Ontario, Canada.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Can't think right now -- in-laws are visiting.
10. Do you have a blog? Updated sporadically: boringsuburbanmother.blogspot.com
Posted by: bsm | Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at 10:55 PM
1. Gosh, I don't know ... my first thought is that we have motherhood in common, but I don't know if you would find that offensive (I'm sorry if you do). I have a lot of fatness/alcoholism/grief in my immediate family, so maybe I identify with you because of that -- you seem like family. (In a good way, of course.) I think we have mostly the same politics, but I'm more lame/less rabid.
2. You have had a lot crappier luck than me. I am probably a lot more at peace with my life than you. Gee, wonder if the two things are related?
3. Probably from Julie's list.
4. I like your honesty, esp. when it follows a load of B.S. I like that you can be crass but also really beautiful. I'm rooting for you. I feel like I am watching someone come into their own, and it's a privelege. I want you to "win," whatever that means.
5. Yup, I comment. Have been replied to, occasionally -- very ego gratifying, thank you! :)
6. Shut up about... nothing! It's your blog.
7. Talk more about ... whatever you want, it's your blog!
8. I live in a suburb north of Boston.
9. I pondered long and hard, and could not come up with a reasonable question. In lieu of that, tell me the last book you read?
10. I post at http://www.livejournal.com/users/remcat. I switched to livejournal because a bunch of my friends have blogs there, and livejournal compiles all new posts of people I list into one convenient page. Love it!
(Doing my best to bring up the total number of posts!)
Posted by: Rachel | Wednesday, March 23, 2005 at 12:00 AM
1. What do we have in common?
Infertility. Loss. From what I've read, politics as well.
2. What DON’T we have in common?
Reproductive organs. You have them, I don't. Huzzah! (But that difference leads to the what we have in common -- infertility -- so in a crazy way our differences make us the same. Ouch. My head is spinning.)I live in an apartment with two (2) other people, two (2) cats, one (1) midget labrador retriever, and two (2) goldfish -- Miss osterizer Blender and White Fish Fillet (uh, I was in the kitchen when I named them). This is something that most people generally don't have in common with me.
3. How did you find my blog?
Randomly clicking through The Naked Ovary. I like your blog so much, I bookmarked it. I read it pretty much every day.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
What I like about your blog (and so many of the other IF blogs I read) is that you articulate so well the pain and anger and ridiculousness of being an infertile woman. Losing fertility to gynaecological cancer at 22 is not a common occurence -- they're aren't many who speak the same language as me. But I find you women of the IF blogs speak a language that is familiar -- it isn't the same as mine, but it is awfully close. And it makes me feel less alone.
5. Do you comment?
I have started commenting. I don't comment all the time, and I am shy about doing it sometimes, but eventually you lure me out.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about?
Nothing. If I wanted you to shut up, I'd stop reading. Easy. as. pie.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about?
Anything. Anything at all.
8. Where are you from?
Canada. Did you know that maps of the world made in North America show Canada and the US as almost the same size? But that if you see a map that is to scale, Canada is actually much larger? Every country does that. Australia isn't nearly as big as it looks on the maps, on any maps, unless you look at the maps which are to scale (there is a name for them, but I can't remember).
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
Can you tell us about your first memory? The absolute first, the picture you keep in your head that came before every other picture you have.
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
I do. It is http://bombinmybelly.typepad.com
Posted by: Louise | Wednesday, March 23, 2005 at 12:03 AM
1. What do we have in common?
Fatness & Loss
2. What DON’T we have in common?
Life experiences, you have been through more than I can even begin to comprehend.
3. How did you find my blog?
Through Julie's list.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog, if anything?
I like that your entries are heartfelt and honest.
5. Do you comment?
Genrally No. I'm trying to delurk more often.
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about?
Nothing. It's your blog.
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about?
Anything.
8. Where are you from?
Sydney, Australia
9. What one question would you like me to answer?
Is there a story behind your tattoo's? When you got them, what they mean to you?
10. Do you have a blog? If so, plug it here!
Yep. It's more of a photo blog at the moment. I still haven't worked up the courage to post anything interesting ;)
http://www.kel-bel.com
Posted by: kel | Wednesday, March 23, 2005 at 01:11 AM
1. What do we have in common?
Infertility. And politics. And having travelled a pretty long and twisty path to where we are now.
2. What DON’T we have in common?
Fatness. Substance abuse and recovery.
3. How did you find my blog?
You know, I don't even remember any more! Perhaps when you commented someplace else? I find a lot of good stuff that way.
4. What do you enjoy about this blog?
How you tell your story with all the complexity left in. Your generosity and your generous sense of humor. How much you care about the big picture, too.
5. Do you comment?
Nowher near as often as I should, especially given how wonderful you've been over at my place---forgive me!
6. What do you wish I’d shut up about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
You know, I feel like these two don't even make sense as questions...
7. What do you wish I’d talk more about? A woman’s right to choose? Bush? My giant ass?
... 'cause it's your party here, hon. And I'll keep reading.
8. Where are you from? You can be as specific or general as you like.
Most of the time, I live in the amorphous middle of the country... and I'll be back there in June. But California in the meantime.
9. What one question would you like me to answer? Be creative.
Okay, perhaps this isn't creative. But there was a meme going around not so long ago that I don't think you hit and that you might have some fun with: list 10 things you've done, that probably none of your readers has done.
10. Do you have a blog?
Oh yeah!
Posted by: Emma Jane | Wednesday, March 23, 2005 at 01:13 AM