December 22, 2005
do something funny, kids! right now! Mommy needs content
So I am halfway through my New Year’s site redesign (and yes, we really do need some color up at the top there, and the banner itself needs some work) but I had to stop because I’m still not ready for Christmas–oh, and there is the small matter of how I don’t know the code to add more color or make a real banner, but never fear, I shall learn, and then won’t Friday Playdate be pretty! Or something like that.
Anyway, I’m feeling very New Year New You-ish (but not in an eat better/drink less/exercise more kind of way, you will be glad to hear, it’s more of a pretty-shoes-might-make-me-happy kind of thing) and since I didn’t have time to get a haircut and you’re not really supposed to shop for yourself three days before Christmas, I decided to redesign the site instead. I’m also thinking of New Topics for the New Year (in other words, what besides my children could I write about?) but I’m coming up short there, too. I mean, there’s fashion, but how many more times do I have to remind you all about the rule for low-waisted pants? And I could tell you about the novel I am reading except that I don’t know if I like it (I don’t think I do, which is sort of a heresy these days, yes?). Movies? Well, we only just saw this, so we’re a little behind (and this is still on Bravo all the time, and it still makes us laugh out loud every time we watch it, which is every time it’s on). See? I’m fresh out of ideas. Soon I will just start reposting thing from the archives, to see if you notice!
The real tragedy of being all out of things to say is that several of you nice people nominated Friday Playdate for a Best of Blogs award, which cranks up the pressure to write something! Ideally something funny! And about my children! Anyway, thank you, from the bottom of my heart; I appreciate it so much. It’s an honor to be up there with all those other really impressive mommy blogs. Go read them all, and don’t forget to vote (I expect you to vote your conscience, and not vote for me just because I will ply you with martinis and chocolate cake). You all are the reason I keep writing–well, that and the money.
And if anyone wants to help me finish my site redesign, let me know! There might be cake and martinis in it for you. And maybe even some money.
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December 22nd, 2005 at 8:33 am, Chag Says:
I like the new logo. Very New Yorkeresque. Is this an attempt to weed out your less sophisticated readers? Like myself?
Kidding!
And did you draw that logo? You’re such a talented writer AND an amazing visual artist to boot!
I think you should start covering some current events/political stories in the new year. I thought your comment on the Intelligent Design ruling on DadCentric was simply amazing.
December 22nd, 2005 at 12:42 pm, Candace Says:
You can totally practice on my site, if you don’t want yours to look like crap (NOT THAT IT DOES) in the interim.
Just saying.
Not that I’m desperate.
Do I sound desperate?
Really?
December 22nd, 2005 at 1:05 pm, adria Says:
I really like the new look on the site.
Topic idea: how many bottles of wine did Wade bring home from work for you? Are you saving the wine for this weekend? Did he bring home any cake?
I know these are not serious topics, but we want to know.
Again Happy Holidays, and I hope you have not ate all your yummy chips yet!
December 22nd, 2005 at 3:48 pm, MIM Says:
Love the new look. How did you figure out how to do that banner??? I’m a total computer idiot.
December 22nd, 2005 at 4:18 pm, Jenorama Says:
I can help you with a banner. I will email you. And I can teach you other things too. I prefer chocolate martinis to cake.
But I have to say, I love your site right now. That picture appeals to every Jane Austen-loving bone in my body, and I also like your colors.
Misfit, have we talked yet?
Honey, we nominated you because we like you NOW.
December 22nd, 2005 at 10:13 pm, Andie D. Says:
I like the new look of the site! And ha! You stole my version of “Archives”! I’m flattered! But then again, I stole the saying from NPR. Just goes to show what a nerd I am. Oops.
Anyway, I like the look of the site! And I will surely vote for you as I am in dire need of both martinis and chocolate cake.
December 23rd, 2005 at 8:05 am, Kristen Says:
Love the new banner and the colors (and the current topics). And I’m a computer dummie, too, so jenorama, maybe I will beg for some help too!
December 23rd, 2005 at 7:30 pm, Laura Says:
Also loving the new look. I am pondering switching my blog to a website, or adding an advertising feed. Hmmm. If you hire out for website design, give me a ring.