Smoke and Mirrors…It’s Still Just Me.

October 13, 2009

Welcome. Back.

I’ve been meaning to do this for a long time. Leave Blogger, get a new look, do things kind of differently. I had some of the usual fears…losing readers by moving to WordPress, learning a whole new platform, etc. But in the end, I had some ideas about how I wanted to do all of this online thing that mattered more than that stuff.

My wife quickly pointed out to me that she could barely tell the difference from my old layout…sigh…clearly she spends a lot of time reading me.

I’ll be doing some other things differently. You may not even notice, I’m just glad you came along. But I am opening up my blog from now on to a group of people in my life that didn’t know I did this stuff, and I may be throwing myself in front of the bus in the process. But considering the turmoil that some other parts of my life are in right now, encouraging some family and friends into the recesses of my twisted mind seems fairly tame. So, in short, my time of dancing for the anonymous is coming to an end today. I’m gonna try not to get all guarded in the process, but if I look like I am pulling punches, don’t be afraid to call my pansy ass out.

One more thing for the bloggers out there… There’s something big coming.

I can’t get into any kind of specifics yet, but I hope that each of you who wish to be affected by it get from it what you want. I know I’m being cryptic, that’s all I’m allowed to do right now.

Just stay tuned.

To my new readers, be kind. I’m a vulnerable little bitch right now.

And those of you who have…thanks for sticking with me.

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{ 32 comments… read them below or add one }

Leslie October 14, 2009 at 4:37 am

Yay you’re back, love the new look!

JHS October 14, 2009 at 5:04 am

Congrats on coming over to the light & the new look. It’s fab.

greedygrace October 14, 2009 at 6:05 am

I’m kind of a silent follower, but I just wanted to say I love the new look! Much cleaner than what you had on blogger!

Summer October 14, 2009 at 6:26 am

Oh Jay, being all secretive and stuff. =) Just spill it already.

Cass October 14, 2009 at 11:46 am

I’m so intriqued!

em October 14, 2009 at 12:32 pm

Now you gone and done it – well, mi blog es su blog if you feel the need to really unleash on religion, or politics, or hemorrhoids, you know, whatever.

Denise October 14, 2009 at 1:24 pm

Ok, Im here….where is all the housewarming party grub??

Heather of the EO October 14, 2009 at 1:32 pm

It looks great, sir!
And the teaser? Like an olive in my bar (which I like, by the way) :)

Heather of the EO October 14, 2009 at 1:33 pm

I meant BEER, not BAR…I don’t even have a bar – SHEESH.

Cheryl October 14, 2009 at 2:46 pm

Great to see you back in action. Love the new layout, even if it looks…familiar. :-)

Ally October 14, 2009 at 3:01 pm

Hey Friend
Welcome back, acerbic wit an’ all! You have been missed.. and before you live up to your rep and comment on how I haven’t been blogging either.. “It’s a good point, well made!” .

I look forward to the new, improved HL ;)

ClassyFabSarah October 14, 2009 at 3:15 pm

The new digs look great!!

Can’t wait to see what else is in store..

Stacey October 14, 2009 at 3:17 pm

Love the new look. -comments from a Lurker.
I’ll be back more often. Love to see an over-exposed male.

chrouser chronicles October 14, 2009 at 3:19 pm

Glad I stuck around. Love the new look and can’t wait to see what is yet to come

Texasholly October 14, 2009 at 4:16 pm

It looks really amazing. So glad that you didn’t end up with makeover regret…not that I was worried.

OHmommy October 14, 2009 at 4:16 pm

Nice job! Nice look! Very nice!

Ren October 14, 2009 at 4:43 pm

Delurking to say I love the new look and can’t wait for you to spill the beans.

Lee of MWOB October 14, 2009 at 4:52 pm

Oh Wordpress is the platform of Champions. We all know that. So right on for embracing your true potential. :-)

MWOB just celebrated a year in this big ol’ blogosphere and I am still on Blogger. Who the hell knows why? It bugs the crap out of me. I guess I don’t want to pay someone to move us to Wordpress cause that is what I would have to do cause I would never be able to do it alone.

Anyway – congrats on reinventing yourself on all kinds of levels…it’s what it’s all about.

:-)

Mariah October 14, 2009 at 7:34 pm

Woohoo! Love the “new” look. Glad you are back. I am being quickly convinced to move over! And just tell us already what’s going on! Does it have anything to do w/Texasholly?!?! I’m not patient! I hope it comes quick. btw…very interesting on 9.28!

danyele @ a thorn among roses October 14, 2009 at 7:50 pm

just when i thought i couldn’t go another day without jay and halftime lessons, i find you again! sheeewwww!

kisatrtle October 14, 2009 at 8:28 pm

Love the new look. Can’t wait to see what else is in store.

Christine October 14, 2009 at 8:45 pm

HAHAHAHAH, “Vulnerable Little Bitch!!” Your new look is very refreshing…I dig it. Makes me wanna make the change too! Can’t wait to see what you have up your sleeve.

Candice October 14, 2009 at 10:26 pm

Nice new look. I can dig it!

jsprik@blog-diggidy October 14, 2009 at 10:38 pm

WOW!!!! this looks great!! it’s about time!!!! :) i have been waiting and waiting and waiting some more jay, i am very impatient , you know!! :) i am very excited for you and what is to come!! go get ‘em tiger!!!! ROAR!!!! ;)

Texan Mama October 15, 2009 at 12:09 am

I’m still along for the ride. I hope it’s not too bumpy! I might pee my pants!!

Christina October 15, 2009 at 12:39 am

Love the new look!

Tabitha Blue October 15, 2009 at 12:46 am

Love the new look Jay! I’m sure you’ll survive some new readers.. even if they are family. Can’t wait to see what you’ve got up your sleeve ;)

brittany October 15, 2009 at 1:20 am

JAY! I love the new site. LOVE IT! Switching over to WP is a great decision, and your layout looks fabulous!

Catherine October 15, 2009 at 2:04 am

I like the new digs Jay. Nice and clean. You make me want to make the move too.

angie October 15, 2009 at 2:48 am

I hate it when you act all cryptic like. :)

OKMom October 15, 2009 at 8:51 am

Well well, my favorite somewhat-guilty pleasure is now at a new location. The new blog somehow looks a bit meaner and leaner, so to speak, and it should be fun, whatever you’ve got up your sleeve.

Take care now.

OKMom

Elaine October 15, 2009 at 7:15 pm

Oh man, it looks good. So nice and clean.

Can’t wait to find out the big news! : )

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