Terrible Analogies

Wow…200 posts already?  It’s amazing how quickly time goes by, and how quickly the posts add up.  It’s been my goal to post something new every weekday, and for the exception of those few days I took off to travel up to Sea Ranch, I’ve accomplished (so far) what I started out to do. *knock on wood*

Now, I’ll be the first to admit that not all of my posts have been winners.  In fact, I’ll go on record as stating that the amount of duds far exceeds the amount gold, but through the sickness, the doubt, the good times and the bad, I’ve made it to my 200th post and that, my friends, deserves a shot of Jack.  

I’d like to quickly thank a few people who kept me going.  Through their kinds words and inspiration I’ve trudged through “the wall” more times than I care to admit.  And so, with that foreword, I’d like to thank:

- The House Of Husar: The man, the myth, the legend.  Dedicated to family, friends, biking, and beer, Ed was gracious enough to even shoot me a personal e-mail or two.  Ed, many thanks!  

- Magick Sandwich: Kathcom, the genius behind MS, tells it like it is, pulls no punches, and has a wicked sense of humor.  In a fire fight, I’d want Kathcom to watch my back.

- Madlab Post: Many thanks for naming me one of your Badass Bloggers, and for the personal communications.  You, my friend, deserve a freakin’ medal!

- When Pigs Fly: Seriously, one of the many standout blogs that I don’t deserve to even read, much less comment on.  Thanks for keeping up to date on my blog, Jen.  And for commenting as many times as you do, you’re truly an inspiration.  So….when are you going to be published?!

- WannaSmile:  I swear, you’re the sunshine on my daily dealings with the darkness that is the Internet.  Keep it up C!  Without you, there is no lighter side.  Oh, and Nemesis says, “Meow!”  She said you’d know what it means.

- The Hyperactive Gadfly: Brother, you have the life.  Wish I could go on a training run with ya!  I punish myself on my training runs in an effort to keep up with you.  Thanks for keeping in touch, brother!

- Totally Useless: I stumbled across your blog by accident, and have been glued to it ever since.  Your insights and beautiful camera work just keep me coming back.  Your replies to comments on yours site, and your commenting on my blog, have made this whole journey a rewarding one.

- Life Just Keeps Getting Weirder: Last but not least, I’d like to thank Jen for her humor, and for being just a huge presence on the web she still takes the time to occasionally comment on my lil’ blog.  Jen…many, many thanks for your contributions!  You, my friend, rock so hard ain’t no time to roll…

I’d like to also thank Mr. Zippy Cup (and his many guises), Boris and Rachael for our music “club”, James for being the “best man”, Crazy Leonard for his private and, er…”inspirational?” e-mails, Bryan M. for catching of my stupid typos and mathematical errors (seriously, thanks!), and for Dan over at Regruntled.  Even though we had a falling out, Ed doesn’t pretend to be who he isn’t.  At least you know where he stands, and I commend that.

And to my amazing wife Karin, who understand the blogging obsession, and gladly gives me the time I need every night to make an ass of myself with each and every post!

For anyone that I might have missed, blame it on the Jack because tonight, we’re celebrating!  Here’s to my upcoming 300th post!  Woot!