I've been silent, but in my real life I've been busy it's none of your business. And now my kids are here, so that means much less time on the computer.
The past week or two I've gotten a lot of requests to post about this or that on my blog. Sometimes it's a charity, sometimes not. And I generally ignore these requests, especially if they talk about my influence (read: as a high-traffic blogger). Because they can't see my stats, but I can. And I assure you, this is not a high-traffic blog. (She had potential, but... -ed.)
Also, I still have my Ad-Free Blog icon over there in the sidebar. So, you know.
"But wait, Alison!" I can hear you exclaiming it already. "What about the Baconnaise?!"
What about it? I was offered a product to review, and I did so. (SHIT, that reminds me, I still need to post my review of Petite Anglaise's book. Ah well, six months late is better than never.)
So why would I write about a product rather than a worthy charity? After getting some feedback from a friend on Twitter, I realized that charity is a personal thing. I won't ask you to support anything that I don't personally support. And I don't really want to talk about it, because it's *gasp* personal.
I also won't post about a random charity that I've never heard of. Sorry.
But hey, I'll try something out and tell you what I think of it. I'll probably never be able to give away a Wii, but at least I can make semi-amusing (to me, anyway) video blogs about random products. Or not.
"But isn't that advertising?" Not really. I reserve the right to give a negative review to any product I'm asked to try. And to date, I've received two products to review (and one of these was the results of a Google search for "I love mayonnaise," so, um, yeah).
Here's a recommendation for ya: Go watch Grosse Pointe Blank. (This is one of those cinematic gems I missed out on while I lived in France.)
Also? Happy Holidays!
I am so happy your kids are there with you. My daughter is really enjoying her time in Switzerland but it is going to be hard for us all when she has to go back. I hate that part.
Posted by: Pumpkin | December 22, 2008 at 01:14
Ali,
Merry Christmas!
With your kids to share it with, I'm sure it'll be lovely.
rel
Posted by: rel | December 22, 2008 at 06:57
Merry Christmas to the entire family! Someone was so moved by your Baconaise review... that they got me a Baconaise gift box for Christmas. Baconaise... 6 bacon salts... and, get this, bacon lipbalm! I can't wait to break into it.
Posted by: LittleMike | December 22, 2008 at 09:54
I'm with you on all of that. Merry Christmas!
Posted by: Tiffany | December 22, 2008 at 10:08
Heh. Grosse Pointe Blank is indisputable proof (since they are virtually side-by-side) that Jeremy Piven is way hotter than John Cusack could ever dream of being. My 2 cents, but Ari Gold is one of the few reasons I'm hanging in there with Entourage.
And I hope you and the whole fam damily have a wonderful Christmas! Let me know if you'll be near the 'burgh!
Posted by: Denise | December 22, 2008 at 10:12
I get those same requests and I toss 'em out with the rest of the spam...high traffic site...I suppose if you give me a 15,000 count handicap, then it's a high traffic site.
Still looking for that baconaise....this weather put a hook in the search. I WILL FIND IT!
Posted by: Karan | December 22, 2008 at 12:51
I haven't written my review either. I feel like a louse. Maybe we could coordinate it? "Créer l'évènement?"
Posted by: Betty C. | December 22, 2008 at 13:22
I feel the same way about advertising and endorsing.
Posted by: Sizzle | December 22, 2008 at 13:24
Well, nobody ever asks me to review ANYthing, so I don't have your problem.
Having the lovely kinder with you for Christmas is a rare and wonderful treat for you, I bet. Enjoy the time!
And Grosse Pointe Blank is one of my all-time favorite movies. Glad you finally saw it! The "Chicken Soup" scene is priceless.
Make it a double feature some night with Waking Ned Devine and it's a party unto itself.
Merry Merry, and Happy Happy, to you and yours.
Posted by: beanie | December 22, 2008 at 13:54
Hi Alison:
I personally read your blog because of your events which you choose to tell us about not the products you endorse. I always liked your sense of humour and style of writing. That is why I read your blog. I hope that this encourages you.
Posted by: anica | December 22, 2008 at 18:31
What's this? People ask you to review their products or charities? That seems so weird to me.
Have a wonderful time with your kids and Allan!
Merry Christmas :)
Posted by: Carrie | December 24, 2008 at 08:47
Merry Christmas to you and your beloved ones. We also were lucky enough to gather here for a few days, and it was a nice time.
Posted by: Jean | December 25, 2008 at 12:10
To the children living with Ali and Allan. Ho ho ho, and sacre bluie. You have a great scientist right there at your disposal. Ask him to demonstrate how to put 'white lightning' into a bottle. Perhaps he will let you help him. What fun you will have. This is your Uncle Monty who you haven't met yet because your mother says I have horrible typing skills. Naturally, she is always correct. Please get back to me as to what 'créer l'évène' really means, and if chocolate is involved. Until we meet, I remain,, your almost uncle,
Monty
Posted by: The CEO | December 26, 2008 at 13:52
Stopping by to wish you and Allan and your kids a very happy New Year, just a bit early. My internet time is a little off these days because I am not home, and I never got to wish invidually a merry Christmas to all of those bloggers who are on my blogroll.
May 2009 bring you its very best, and to us, your reader, more food products reviews from you on video!
Posted by: Elisabeth | December 30, 2008 at 13:01