- If I was on a first date with someone and s/he ordered a _________________, I would probably end the date early.
- When I’m sick I really want someone to _________________.
- I know that some people really love _________________; but I don’t understand how they spend so much money on it.
- I know that some people think I’m crazy for spending so much money on _________________; but I really love it.
- I’m so glad that I’ve out grown _________________ since high school.
- I am living proof that the stereotype about _________________ isn’t always accurate.
- I know that it is a made-up word; but _________________ is a permanent part of my vocabulary.
- I can’t wait for _________________.
- The most common misconception about me is _________________.
- I wish I wouldn’t _________________ but sometimes I just can’t stop myself.
- If I never heard the word (or phrase) _________________ again, it would still be too soon.
- I have a hidden talent for _________________ that no one would ever expect of me.
- I am not a fan of extraordinary rendition; but if it were to take place for crimes against _________________, then _________________ should be the first person on the place to Guantanamo.
Fill in the Blank Friday – A Baker’s Dozen
2 October 2009
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The Fall Meme
9 September 2009The Fall Meme
This is my third attempt at crafting my own meme – eventually, I’ll get one really right and it will go viral… right? No? Whatever, I’m going to keep trying until one does or I get bored. So this is the official Dirty Dozen Fall Meme, I won’t tag anyone; however, should you choose to participate, I’d appreciate the courtesy of a link back. Feel free to tag people if you wish.
- It’s not fall in DC (or your city of origin) until _____________?
- Kelly Preston’s character in the movie For Love of the Game expresses her need to escape NYC because “Summer’s almost over, and I feel like I missed it.” What do you need to do in the waning days of summer for it to feel complete?
- The person I know is wrong for me but about whom I frequently think after a break-up is _____________?
- The US Tennis Open, one of four Grand Slam events in that sport, is currently in the quarterfinal round. If you could only attend one major sporting event what would it be?
- Assuming that you write an anonymous or partially anonymous blog, by what non-physically identifying characteristics might you be identified in a bar?
- Most blogs cover some sort of niche – personal, political, dating, culinary, etc. What topic, if any, would you like to address on your blog but doesn’t fit into your niche?
- If you could manipulate the time space continuum and give as many as three pieces of advice to a younger version of yourself, what advice would you give and to what age of you?
- Who among your friends do you really wish had a blog because their stories, or perspective on something ought to be shared?
- If you were to take an e-cation (vacation from the trappings of our electronic world,) and assuming that employment obligations would allow it, how long of a break could you take? What would you miss the most, the least?
- On September 11th of this year, I will be attending a couple of parties and am somewhat conflicted by the fact that this ignoble anniversary shall pass with it being just another day in the eyes of many (and in some ways my own eyes as well.) Thoughts?
- How high are your walls? Who was the last person to scale them? What tools should would-be climbers have on their belt?
- The sexiest thing a wo/man can say to you (or has said to you) is _____________?
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By the by, there is a new post over at my Recipe Blog dedicated to the essentials for the kitchen.
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The Google Economic Index
25 February 2009The Google Economic Index, GEI, is based on the theory that internet searches are a solid measure of the economy. In the same way that Consumer Confidence is predictive of economic performance, I hypothesize that the number of hits, the degree of auto-completion, and the frequency of search for certain phrases can be indicative and predictive of economic health. If you are interested in aiding or publishing my research, please email for complete methodology and formulas.
I give you the first ever GEI:
|
Search Term |
Hits (in 1000) |
GEI Wght |
Auto Comp Factor |
GEI Score |
| I Would Rather Spend Money On My Dog Than My Boyfriend |
132.00 |
0.4 |
0.1 |
5.28 |
| My 401k Sucks Monkey Nuts |
23.00 |
0.3 |
0.1 |
0.69 |
| I Can’t Afford To Drink |
4,111.00 |
0.85 |
0.7 |
2446.05 |
| Will Work For Booze |
4,360.00 |
0.87 |
0.7 |
2655.24 |
| Pawn My Engagement Ring |
123.00 |
0.45 |
0.5 |
27.675 |
| Sell My Boyfriend’s Stuff |
6,610.00 |
0.5 |
0.2 |
661 |
| I’m So Broke I’m Eating My Cat’s Food |
238.00 |
0.6 |
0.45 |
64.26 |
| The Unemployed Diet – I Lost 40lbs |
175.00 |
0.64 |
0.61 |
68.32 |
| Starbucks Vs. Street Working To Pay The Electric Bill |
2,500.00 |
0.36 |
0.1 |
90 |
| How To Steal Cable |
275.00 |
0.68 |
0.85 |
158.95 |
| Can I Hock My Louboutin’s |
63.20 |
0.85 |
0.2 |
10.744 |
| Recycling Condoms |
369.00 |
0.64 |
0.8 |
188.928 |
| How Much Money Does A Prostitute Actually Make* |
1,310.00 |
0.7 |
0.5 |
458.5 |
| Will Food Stamps Pay For Caviar |
13.90 |
0.6 |
0.2 |
1.668 |
| Will Work For Camel Lights |
290.00 |
0.65 |
0.3 |
56.55 |
| Wine In A Box Is The New Black |
2,830.00 |
0.43 |
0.5 |
608.45 |
| Is Mascara Tax Deductible |
9.84 |
0.57 |
0.3 |
1.68264 |
| Can I Get Paid For My Snuggie Endorsement |
1.19 |
0.87 |
0.2 |
0.20706 |
| What’s The Profit Margin On Cocaine |
28.70 |
0.43 |
0.2 |
2.4682 |
| Bill Gates + Paternity Tests |
31.80 |
0.85 |
0.67 |
18.1101 |
| How Long Can I Eat Ramen Before I Die |
16.50 |
0.86 |
0.34 |
4.8246 |
| How Old Is Too Old To Borrow From My Parents And Still Be A Man |
198.00 |
0.75 |
0.32 |
47.52 |
| My Job Really Doesn’t Suck That Much |
2,120.00 |
0.77 |
0.45 |
734.58 |
| How To Be A Kept Man |
30,600.00 |
0.56 |
0.4 |
6854.4 |
| Seriously I Can Get Paid To Blog Right |
31,200.00 |
0.45 |
0.2 |
2808 |
| Can I Get Paid To Donate Blood |
259.00 |
0.78 |
0.8 |
161.616 |
| Google Economic Index Rating |
18135.7 |
Index Ratings greater than 15,000 are an indication that we’re screwed.
Research Associate Makeup Text Julie contributed immeasurably to this research.
* number of hits and auto completion factor maybe higher than in your experiments because the words attorney and prostitute were used interchangeably.
This theory was inspired in part by The Soft Lounge Blog.
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You know it is Wednesday and I took my turn as contributing editor at DC Blogs. Go on check out that which moved me more than most this past week.
And here are a few links I also was digging but couldn’t use in the round-up for whatever reason:
DC Metrocentric reports that Nathan’s is hanging in there for the moment. I hate that this drinking institution may close at the end of March, but if it does there must be a happy hour first.
Because I am all about helping a blogger out… Scarlet of Scarlet Letters gets medieval on one of her internet stalkers/ex as she gives him one last chance to wave a graceful electronic goodbye before the gloves are removed. A cautionary tale if ever there was.
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The Blog of My Dreams
24 December 2008
Thanks to Julie from Makeup Text, I now have a picture of how this blog looks in my dreams.
Wanna add a slice of bacon to your place or any other website? Click me.
Random Update:
I received the following email from the folks at Urban Dictionary:
Thanks for your definition of Multi-Jacking!
Editors reviewed your entry and have decided to publish it on urbandictionary.com.
It should appear on this page in the next few days:
http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Multi-Jacking
Urban Dictionary
Multi-Jacking: Noun, The act of pleasuring oneself while doing something else.
Katertot, thanks for suggesting I submit it; even though it was something I overheard at a bar rather than created myself; I am still happy to take credit.
To all those who will not be reading tomorrow, I wish you an abundance of good cheer, good times with families (be they chosen or inherited,) good food, and better booze.
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