Home, But Worn Out

Actually, I traveled too hard. I got home late (and the flight was full of crying babies and kids so excited about going to Disney they couldn't stop kicking the back of my seat) and I'm struggling to catch up today.

Why don't I have an assistant to write these blogs for me? At least then you wouldn't be reading about how tired I am and how much work I have to do.

I'm sure my assistant would be much more interesting. Too bad for you I don't have one.

Tomorrow will be better, I'm sure.

Does size matter?

In the scheme of things, what do you prefer when it comes to blog posts? Short and to the point? Long and explanatory?

Personally, long, rambling blog posts usually mean I don't read the whole thing. There, I said it. I'm a skimmer. I comment on a lot of blogs, and sometimes, I just don't have the time (or the inclination) to read 15 paragraphs about why your coffee maker gets grounds in your coffee (Not that anyone actually posted that, just an example.)

As a result, I strive to keep my posts succinct. I don't always succeed, but that's what I aim for. (I consider today's post short. But then I wonder, is it too short to be interesting? *sigh* Such a conundrum.)

So what size works for you? Does size matter?

Oooo...shiny!

First and foremost, there's an auction going on to raise money for a dedicated writer going through some serious hard times. Check it out here.

Then look! My website is all fresh and shiny! My dear, talented friend, Jax Cassidy, gave the whole thing an extreme makeover.

Check it out here: www.kristenpainter.com - ain't it grand?

Do you think I should redesign the blog to go with it or leave the blog as is?

What's Your Pleasure?

Today's burning question is for you, the blog reader. (Which is basically all of us.) What topics interest you most when you're blog hopping?

*personal anicdotes

*book reviews

*writing topics

*celebrity gossip

*pics of hot guys

*food-related topics

*fashion-related topics

*scandalous topics (ie: the recent plagiarism kerfluffle)

If you really want to be helpful, feel free to rank these in order of reading interest. Thanks!