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Posted Tuesday, March 27, 2007 2:05 PM

Originally, I'd planned to write about non-traditional registries today.  But, if I did, I'd be ignoring the elephant in the room -- the small-scale hysteria caused by my blog entry yesterday.  Of note was this thread posted on the Los Angeles board last night, followed by this thread, and then followed by this thread.

Nobody cares!I think the title of today's entry pretty much says it all.  It's a blog.  It's a collection of my personal thoughts, and I am but one insignificant person in this world.  For someone to think what I say in my blog would influence anybody's opinion on anything is asinine.  Who even reads my blog?  On a good day, I get a smattering of hits, consisting mostly of my friends and a handful of other beta testers.  If anything, the posting of a link to my blog on the Los Angeles board increased my audience exponentially, a result seemingly contrary to my main detractor's goal, which I presume was to quash any negative effect I may have had on a photographer's business.

I didn't broadcast any of these particular thoughts on the far-reaching message boards.  I posted on my blog.  My blog is not a popular Internet destination.  My blog is not a well-publicized site.  My blog is not a public forum.  It's a blog.  It's my blog.  You have to seek it out to read it.  It's not the front page news, staring at you on your doorstep.

If you shave it, they will read.Someone once said that there is no such thing as bad publicity.  It seems that Britney Spears is one person holding fast to this aphorism.  All joking aside, the allegedly "defamed" photographer may come out on top after this whole purported stink.  Fans rushed to her aid.  FutureMrsLara wrote, "Nataly got some great shots at my wedding....I'm glad I gave Jr.HighLove a chance...."  Likewise, chocolatelvr posted, "She has a lot of talent and potential....I think she will do great things."  joellaann aptly observed, "This actually could have been a blessing in disguise.  I bet you she had so many hits to her website.  As a matter of fact, I am going to ask her to do my second set of engagement pictures...."

So what has happened?  The "maligned" photographer is now getting new clients as a direct result of my post!  You couldn't buy better publicity.

300! Woot!Negative opinions from a small voice in the dark don't sway anybody, so why get up in arms about a blog that nobody reads?  Critics nationwide panned the movie 300.  Did anybody care?  Over $162 million in gross revenues says no.

I can't think of a better way to end this entry than quoting Hisunicornverse herself, who led the charge to burn me at the stake: "People can make their own informed decisions."

Ms. Lemus may very well be the next 300.

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Hi Weemo, I've seen your post here & there as I lurk and sadly to say my first impression of you was "wow, she's having a rough day", cause you can come off a tad b!tchy at times. But your not, your saracastic (in a good way), funny and at times quite sweet. I, unlike others, LOVED your blog post from yesterday. It was a good cautionary tale & applaud you for addressing the elephant in the room with the same wit that you're known for. Anyway just thought I'd throw in my two bits.

Sheep 101

p.s. I gotta say though, even though you say you get minimal hits on your blog, you gotta admit it wouldn't have been such a big deal had you not posted what you did on the same week you were named knottie/nestie of the week. :)

Posted by CB91507    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 9:56 AM


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this sheep agrees with you fully and completely.  although that's probably to be expected, seeing as i'm one of your loyal followers.

baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!

Posted by Wan-naBe    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 11:04 AM


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Its a blog...I'm still going to read it.

Posted by joellaann    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 11:05 AM


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So aptly said!

Posted by Maya_G    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 11:39 AM


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As you know, I have a blog dedicated to wedding stuff.  One of the most ironic parts was the participation of one particular poster who, over the last couple of months, has left nasty messages on my blog, along with her friends (including one talking a lot of crap about my fiance, who has never done anything to her, much less even met her).

Hypocrisy now.

Posted by trisharenee316    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 12:01 PM


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Weemo, sorry you're getting flamed for this.  You've been very helpful and supportive to many people on the L.A. board, and I honestly am surprised at the reaction to your blog post.  I hope people can realize that differing communication styles may just be another area where we have to "agree to disagree".  Thanks for posting today.

Posted by Tooliebear    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 12:10 PM


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It is a blog and you are entitled to your opinion like everyone else is.   It was your opinion and your thoughts. I must say it may have seemed mean but you also must keep things in perspective  and realize ITS A BLOG.  Thanks for a good morning of entertaining reading =)

Posted by Silysilvi    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 12:44 PM


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Hmmmm. . .I definitely agree with most of your post and most of the comments.  However, I do agree that traffic to your blog was increased b/c of your new found Knottie celeb status (congrats btw).   While this whole episode was entertaining in a can't-help-but-stare kind of way, I'll be happy when everyone moves on.  Now how about that non-traditional registry post?

Posted by Courbu    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 2:12 PM


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Well said.  Baaaaa.

Posted by winniew0917    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 2:30 PM


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Agreed. Look at PixofLife.com. Lotti mentioned she was unhappy about the service, but Lan, myself, and many other Knotties were really satisfied. (and they are booking up like crazy!)

Posted by that1grrl84    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 2:54 PM


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Its ridiculous to think that blog comments- especially ones highlighted on the talk page for every knottie to see- would be easily dismissed and wouldn't hurt anyone... And if you get a chance- check out FML's wedding pictures- they are gorgeous. www.natalylemus.com

Posted by chocolatelvr    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 3:53 PM


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Chocolatelvr, I don't think it's "ridiculous" (please, can we end the mudslinging, please please?) that offhand comments in one Knottie's blog would be easily dismissed;  as a matter of fact, I question why ANYONE would be holding on to their anger over something like this.  Even if she was your photographer, why would it "hurt" you?  Why not let it go and "agree to disagree"?

For the record, I didn't have a problem with Weemo's blog post yesterday (though I only saw it when there were SEVERAL posts about it, which is probably calling more attention to it than the Knottie-of-the-week, which I didn't know about at ALL).  Having read what she wrote, I took it in the spirit of:  she's outspoken and opinionated and perhaps a bit blunt, which I like about her, but some might not.  To each their own.  :)

P.S.  Weemo, I like blunt people.  I'm one of them. :-D

Posted by Tooliebear    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 4:29 PM


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chocolatelvr, it's not ridiculous.  My blog keeps track of the number of visitors.  The entry on my blog with the most hits ("Rules of Engagement") has a measly 353 hits.  What must I do to convince you that nobody is reading my blog?  You are welcome to see the stats yourself.

And, yes, FML had beautiful wedding.  She did a wonderful job, and I wish her the best in Mexico.

Posted by WeezerMonkey    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 4:30 PM


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You don't have to convince me.  I almost never read it!  I kid!

Posted by MissBree    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 4:54 PM


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if we're all gonna be sheep, I wanna be the black one! And 2nd... I think Wan should start an uproar about the SAHM post!! ;0)

Posted by riccimp    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 6:44 PM


Im so annoyed

I noticed that your Street Cred blog was removed. I am annoyed that the other three threads regarding the blog hasn't also been removed. Becasue I created one of the three posts, I deleted mines. I've also reported the other two.

YES! I know I should be over this, but don't think this is fair. I just wanted to share and did not want to create an entire new thread about this and continue this f***ing debatacle...before I really have to pull out my ghetto card.

F*** it.

Posted by joellaann    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 7:02 PM


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Weemo- wether you had 300 or 3 million hits your behaviour on your post- a public page - did hurt people. And no I am not one of them. There are faces - actual people behind the sites that you make fun of. You used her and her livelyhood for comic relief. Like a school yard bully. And thats not cool.  I will continue to express my distaste for your comments if I see that my different oppinion could mean something to someone. I would do this in person and on here. I know noone reads your blog- its not about how many people you reach, but the effects that it has on the people who it does reach.

Posted by chocolatelvr    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 7:20 PM


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ToolieBear: I think we have differing oppinions about what mudslinging is. I have been more then respectful in each and every post and I will continue to do so. For the record: Her comments don't "hurt" me. They hurt people. Please don't read into my posts.  Just like she can "post "so can I and if you have a problem with that, I'm sorry. Why can't I post like you or any of the other posters? Why don't you let it go and we can agree to disagree?

I'm glad.

Posted by chocolatelvr    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 7:27 PM


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don't know where that last im glad came from?

Posted by chocolatelvr    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 7:52 PM


I'm with Weezer

I too have had balls of fire thrown at me for simply giving my opinion on the knot. Firstly, there is a POWERHOUSE of wedding vendors that will NOT let the couples or brides they've wronged or attempted wrong speak out. (Some may be disguised as brides). We are powerful and have the potential to ruin tens of thousands of dollars they plan to milk us for. They will not let you rest if you post one negative thing about them. Your original blog was removed because The Knot supports THEM, not us. Vendors keep The Knot alive with advertising dollars. You will be shut down (figuratively)  so damn fast ( yes it's a cliche but your head would spin). I find the second problem being the brides on this board that live in this fairytale world and don't want to hear about the realistic negative sides of wedding planning. Even if you, as I feel you were,  try to simply warn them of certain hazards of planning, they start throwing the fire! It's unbelievable. I kinda quit this board but just tuned in today for the hell of it and of course find the prime reason why I stopped coming here. The cattiness, the lack of support for each others opinion, the lack of support between brides especially when it comes to vendor experiences. Keep posting your opinion girl. I'll be back, maybe in a few months to read what cha gotta say.

Posted by sosoInLove    Tuesday, March 27, 2007 9:14 PM


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I'm honestly amazed that a person's opinion piece would really be deemed as 'mean' when it was, frankly, anything but. It was a critical look at someone's work. Someone wanting to break out into the professional world, where criticism will not always be framed by sunshine and posies. Nor will it be policed by The Knot. Ah well, critics are always criticized for thinking critically.

Posted by Seras    Wednesday, March 28, 2007 11:20 PM


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Hey! Are you going to get to that untraditional wedding registry post? It actually sounds interesting to me! :)

Posted by eisor    Thursday, March 29, 2007 11:53 AM


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I don't even know what you said, but no matter what it was, it shouldn't have been deleted.  Your blog is, in fact, your thoughts and opinions and if the Knot didn't want those posted, then they shouldn't have effed with our bios to add the d@mn things in the first place.  

However, I will disagree with you on one point.  This *is* a public forum.  The internet *is* public.  If you wanted to keep your thoughts private, then you'd write them in a journal and keep it on your bedside table.  I don't mean to imply that you should be flamed for posting an unpopular or contrary opinion, but it's a bit disingenous to publish your opinions on a blog for anyone to read and then become upset when people do.  

That said, I'm a pretty big fan--from before you even started your blog.  I'd actually sneak over to your local message board because I thought your advice was generally spot-on.  Even on the rare occasion when I didn't share your opinion, you always brought well-reasoned arguments I respected.  Now that I read your blog, I come not just for the insights, but for the writing.  You're really rather good at it.  =)

Posted by ljlkc    Tuesday, April 03, 2007 5:47 PM


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