Blogging Meme
I was tagged by Lara for this meme.
1. How long have you been blogging?
I originally started blogging ten years ago on Livejournal (wow time flies). I was 27 and friends with a lot of geeks who blogged there. I eventually deleted my blog there. It was a crazy and very dramatic time.
2. What are the good things has blogging brought to your life?
I’m grateful that blogging has brought me new friends. I’ve also learned so many new things and get to see other people’s views and perspectives.
3. What would you consider the pitfalls?
I deleted my old blog on LJ because friends in real life would search through old entries when they found my blog. If I wrote about them, they would get so upset.
4. Tell us about your blog name. Ever think of changing it? If so, to what? Why?
The name Queen of the Click was given to me by Lee. I click fast and on everything. I love reading and can read at a very fast pace. I’ve gone by several names online, but Queen of the Click fits. My friends call me Marlene. Most people I work with call me by my last name because it sounds catchy. When I go to conferences, most people call me Queen of the Click!
5. Knowing what you know now, was starting a blog a good thing for you? Why or why not?
Sure! I’ve met some amazing people online and in real life because we started talking about something in a blog. Also, I’m pretty opinionated and blogging has helped me join other NYC bloggers to discuss important community concerns.
6. How do you think blogging, bloggers, or the blogosphere has changed since you started?
Years ago, there was a lot more drama and craziness in the blogs. I’m glad it cooled down, but honestly most of it made me laugh.
What happened to question 7?
8. Ultimately, what would you like your blog to accomplish for you or others? Nothing in particular. It’s just a blog.
Who are you Really?
1. Name something or a few things that bug you and expound. We want your unfettered opinion(s). Shouldn’t be blog related.
People who pick their nose or ears in public grosses me out.
2. Tell us about one of your best childhood memories.
I have great memories of summer at my grandmother’s house in Long Island. Going to the beach, gardening with my uncle, washing the dog (German Shepard Mix) in a garbage pail and reading as many books as I could made for many sweet summers.
Ironically, running through a field with white sandals (and socks too because my Mom didn’t want my feet to get cut by glass that could be on the ground) as a child is what I see when I close my eyes and remember childhood.
3. Describe your perfect day.
Hanging out with friends in my backyard having a cookout and drinking margaritas on a cool day.
4. Do you have a hobby that you love?
I’m an technology junkie and feed my obsession often. I obsess over Pottery Barn often too. Other than that gardening, playing with my dogs, movies, reading and cooking. I like crafts too, but haven’t had the time for them lately.
5. Tell us the best and the worst thing about being you.
I am very passionate about most things I do and can easily get others around me to participate. I’m already ready to try something new – I love learning. Worst – I’m impatient, quick to judge, etc. etc. etc……that’s why I am always praying.
6. What’s the most embarrassing thing that ever happened to you? We want all the details.
PLEASEEEE….so many things. I am easily embarrassed and it’s so obvious because I have very light skin.
What blog related thing bugs you? Spam & Spammers…some people need to find something better to do
Personal stuff
How old are you? 37 – no one ever guesses that so I am happy Children? None yet……..soon……
If so, homeschool, private, or public? I am a public school teacher. I attended private school, but after seeing them both, I would love to homeschool.
Favorite season? Fall and Spring – My allergies are the worst during these two seasons, but I do love them.
Favorite pass time? Computers, working on exciting lesson plans (told u I was a geek), shopping – especially at Pottery Bar
Favorite color? blue, gray and black
Favorite movie?The scarier the better.
Favorite song? Anything by Billy Joel, Elton John, Counting Crows, Casting Crowns. I love must by angsty women artists.
Mac or PC? PC – Macs aren’t real machines. LOL sorry Mac users. I’m a MCSE and I network PCs.
Dog or Cat? I love and have both.
Salt or Pepper? Pepper – my Irish background makes me love it.
Vanilla or Chocolate? Both – I liked chocolate more when I was a kid, vanilla now that I am older
Diet Coke, Sweet Tea or Evian? Tap water will do. A glass of wine or margarita is great as well. :)
Steak, Chicken or Shrimp? Chicken, steak or shrimp with a plate of delicious veggies
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I tag BrooklynSweetie, Vicky at My Full House, Kim at Accidental Mommies, Janera at My Garden Hat and Jaime at Just Your Everyday Blessed So and So and anyone who is hard up for blog ideas or just wants to do it.
Here are your marching orders:
1. Write about 5 specific ways blogging has affected you, either positively or negatively.
2. link back to the person who tagged you
3. link back to this parent post
4. tag a few friends or five, or none at all
5. post these rules— or just have fun breaking them
For the complete list of questions, or to see an example of how to do this meme properly, go visit Dawn. If you do the meme, come back here and leave a comment with a link so I can read all about you.
Hugs,
marlene
Topics: Uncategorized | 3 Comments »
September 15th, 2008 at 3:33 pm
Thanks for participating :D
Laras last blog post..Help for a Bad Hair Day
September 15th, 2008 at 6:16 pm
Thanks for tagging me!!!
September 16th, 2008 at 6:12 pm
Thanks for the tag! I’ve been so busy and so awful about following through on these but I’ll do my best!