Obviously, I’ve been busy with The Printed Blog. Putting together a newspaper seriously takes time away from personal internet time so both of my blogs and twitter have been seriously lacking.
My own reader?
Forget it.
I’ve seen the dreaded and panic inducing (1000+) for the past couple of weeks. I apologize for not being as visible as I usually am. You guys know normally, I’m all up in everything and everywhere all the time!
Well now that our first issue has been pieced together, things will get easier. Instead of building from the ground up, we have a foundation and that is a relief. We officially launch The Printed Blog on Tuesday. It’s not even out yet and I’m thinking of ways to improve, make things flow more smoothly and stay more organized next time around.
Next time around if we are well received, that is!
It’s not any surprise to anyone if you follow me on Twitter, exactly how frazzled and nervewracked I’ve been the past few weeks. Working two jobs is exhausting. It wouldn’t be so bad if I didn’t have such long hours at job number one and was working on a deadline on job number two.
It will all pay off though – one way or another.
(Did you see me in The New York Times yesterday? Oh wait…you can’t see me all the way in the back. Trust me though, it is me and I’m not claiming to be some random stranger. At least the photographer caught me smiling with my eyes, you just can’t see it.)
I’ll write more about The Printed Blog next week. I just wanted to let you all know I’m alive.
(and to tell you to go enter the giveaway for an iPod Touch at TPB’s blog and my giveaway for some fabulous green beauty products over on Oh How Lovely Shops.)
For now, since I’m behind on EVERYTHING, what’s been going on? New job? Buy something pretty? Suggestions on the fancy smancy, well deserved drink I will get once we launch? Feeling sick? Read a good book? Oscar predictions? Thoughts on the new Real World cast? (Yes, that’s how behind I am)
Talk to me! I feel out of the loop!

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Loop? What’s that? I’m so far out of it that I can’t even see it anymore.
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By Jenn on 01.23.09 1:43 pm | Permalink
You are one busy bee! I think you’ll need a nice tall drink, followed by some sort of spa service after all this completed.
I have been reading a very good book: Three Cups of Tea. Love it! And can’t wait for the movie He’s Just Not That Into You that comes out in February.
Hope you have a restful weekend. You deserve it!
Maries last blog post..Riding Public Transportation
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By Marie on 01.23.09 1:43 pm | Permalink
just hit “mark all as read” – you will feel so much better!
hillarys last blog post..Why Don’t You Scratch My Back And Chew The Tongue I Chew
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By hillary on 01.23.09 1:48 pm | Permalink
Congrats on your appearance in the post!
Hope you can relax a bit this weekend…
THe New Blacks last blog post..Can you guess what I am thinking?
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By THe New Black on 01.23.09 1:50 pm | Permalink
the real world cast is pretty interesting – there are 8 of them but i haven’t been able to figure out why. my trainer and pilates instructor is an ex-cast member of real world key west and he loves the new cast. i guess that’s a good thing? so far nothing interesting has happened though. i’m waiting for the fights and drunken breakdowns.
there’s your real world update
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By jenniferalaine on 01.23.09 1:59 pm | Permalink
hello!!!
I will finish tonight (arghh almost read the final page while at lunch today!): A Tree Grows in Brooklyn. I know it’s a classic and everyone’s read it but I hadn’t. Am glad I read it now in light of our current economy. I’m reading a library copy but may buy a copy to have on hand.
I too am looking forward to seeing He’s Just Not That Into You. I read the book, loved it, and now can’t wait for the movie. I don’t see many movies that discuss all the ways you can use technology to grow closer to, stalk or stay away from someone – or fall in love.
I am going to see Benjamin Button this weekend. Way after everyone else has seen it. Maybe Marley & Me too. And, I have to admit, I want to see Mall Cop. Kevin James makes me laugh.
sunnys last blog post..two sides of a delightful coin
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By sunny on 01.23.09 2:02 pm | Permalink
Last night I ate a whole roasted pig. It was delicious…
Matts last blog post..Boxing will never die
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By Matt on 01.23.09 2:08 pm | Permalink
My throat’s on fire, I turned 21, and I’m going to chop all my hair off tonight. Oh, and I’m taking snowboard lessons on Sunday.
Jackies last blog post..I am so LOST
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By Jackie on 01.23.09 2:17 pm | Permalink
We all miss you but understand completely. As far as updated: I have an absessed tooth (ouch) and ear infection (ouch), booked a trip to Cuba on a whim with the bff for March, and at 28 have learned I still can’t swallow pills.
Have a drink, a long warm bath and hit the “mark all as read” button
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By Meghan on 01.23.09 2:25 pm | Permalink
Jamie, Jamie. Hello dear. You have much to be proud of! New York Times coverage! Not too shabby
I’m so excited for you!
The only thing you missed in my little world is that Andrew and I are in a blog war… it’s kind of hilarious. Oh, and I’m having my first giveaway!
Mermandas last blog post..Andrew Is Fired
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By Mermanda on 01.23.09 2:39 pm | Permalink
The most exciting thing I’ve discovered in the last couple of weeks? Whereas flights from Minneapolis to Chicago (round trip) were over $600 last summer, they’re back down to normal levels of just over $100. I found one the other day for $104!!! 20sb meetup?! Hell yeah! I can only imagine they’re going down from other parts of the country as well, and hopefully stay that way until June!
Congrats on all the success at TPB! It’s been so great to read about everything and I did catch you in the NYT! That is so amazing! I can’t wait to see it unveil!
~ Lil
Lilys last blog post..Every Person is a New Door to a Different World
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By Lily on 01.23.09 2:40 pm | Permalink
i saw the article in the nytimes about the printed blog and i was so excited for you guys!! i can’t wait to see how it’s all received next week. i’m sure it will be fabulous. best of luck!! :]
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By Emily on 01.23.09 2:48 pm | Permalink
don’t know if you know but…obama become president
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By Lovesfool on 01.23.09 3:18 pm | Permalink
I have no life right now, yet I’m still behind on my google reader, so I can’t even believe how you are getting online at all with everything you have going on!
Right now, I’m blaming Stephenie Meyer, as I’ve been reading “New Moon” all morning instead of blogs, which is ironic because I wouldn’t be reading it if it wasn’t for the constant Edward Cullen talk in November on all the blogs I read. At least I can understand the hype now! Thanks for that, and good luck with TPB launch! It’s going to be amazing
Amandas last blog post..And now a brief sports announcement
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By Amanda on 01.23.09 4:32 pm | Permalink
i’ve become addicted to my wii and wii fit. that’s basically my life right there, haha.
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By katelin on 01.23.09 4:41 pm | Permalink
Jeez, I don’t even know how you handle it all.
Anyhow, I don’t know if you heard on twitter, but I’m going to go on an 18-month service mission to Vancouver Canada! It’s pretty exciting.
Gretchens last blog post..The One Where I Make My REALLY BIG ANNOUNCEMENT
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By Gretchen on 01.23.09 5:21 pm | Permalink
congrats to you and everyone over at TPB! the NYT article was really good.
i’m reading jen lancaster’s “Bright Lights, Big Ass” and cracking up with every page turn.
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By thatShortChick on 01.23.09 7:09 pm | Permalink
Your smiling eyes look fantastic in the picture behind your macbook pro.
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By bFlat on 01.23.09 7:44 pm | Permalink
Congrats on TPB! I can’t wait to read it!!!
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By Maxie on 01.23.09 8:19 pm | Permalink
Congratulations on getting the first issue up and running! We’ll be here once life slows down a bit for you =)
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By Melissa on 01.23.09 8:26 pm | Permalink
Congrats, that’s so exciting! You are definitely the most famous person I know
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By Lindsay on 01.23.09 8:38 pm | Permalink
We missed you!
When’s the first issue coming out? Can people outside of Chicago obtain a copy?
Traviss last blog post..Disturbed Christians
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By Travis on 01.23.09 9:07 pm | Permalink
I’m glad you’re still alive. I’m so proud of you and Jenn (and all the other people at TBP) for working so hard. You are amazing.
What’s new with me? Umm… not a lot, except I have a date on Sunday. That’s exciting!
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By AshleyD on 01.23.09 9:48 pm | Permalink
Don’t worry, everyone understand that you are busy.
It will be nice to see TPB come together!
Rosiers last blog post..It’s behind you! Hurry before it…*
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By Rosier on 01.24.09 4:09 am | Permalink
How exciting that y’all are in the New York Times!!!
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By deutlich on 01.24.09 8:12 am | Permalink
I’m so excited for y’all! I cannot wait to see the first edition of TPB.
As for me, I’m just relaxing this weekend. This past work week was killer. And I’m spending an extended period of time in Nashville from next Friday to the following Wednesday. It’s going to be amazing!
E.P.s last blog post..While perusing Valentine’s Day stuff
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By E.P. on 01.24.09 12:25 pm | Permalink
sounds like lots of work that will pay off in the long run!
i still have a job. that’s news enough for me.
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By erin on 01.24.09 2:05 pm | Permalink
Your body language seem to express that you are smiling as well. Maybe at an inside joke that only you and three other people get. One of those people live in Brazil, and you are thinking of the sun there. And the hot chi– er, no, that’s me. PTI. Anyway, so you are relaxed and thinking of Brazil, but also terrified and frazzled. Which reminds you are an X-Files episide for some reason, and then of Fox Mulder. And the goofy crush you had on him. And your eyes smile.
drunkenhopfrogs last blog post..Merry Birthday, Mr. Poe
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By drunkenhopfrog on 01.24.09 7:15 pm | Permalink
I think typos suck.
drunkenhopfrogs last blog post..Merry Birthday, Mr. Poe
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By drunkenhopfrog on 01.24.09 7:16 pm | Permalink
There you are! That is so amazing that you were in the NYT and I wish I were in Chicago to see the final version in print.
Funny you ask, I just bought some pretty tealight candle holders at target and they make my apartment so homey.
susans last blog post..1,000 places to see before you die
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By susan on 01.25.09 10:42 am | Permalink
Hey girl, miss you. Know you’ve been working super hard lately and you’re in the final stretch! Can’t wait to see the issue Tuesday. Miss you!
Jessicas last blog post..Tidbit Thursday
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By Jessica on 01.25.09 8:12 pm | Permalink
New: I quit Twitter, I started running, I had a breakdown in front of hubby over feeling fat, I went to Cornell to visit a friend, and I’m so ready for spring.
You are a rock star and this is totally going to help your future. Excitement!
ashley.s last blog post..Joy.
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By ashley. on 01.26.09 3:00 pm | Permalink
I’m excited for TBP! I’d love to know more about it and your role in it. I’ve been checking the site out here and there when I get a free minute.
Kims last blog post..Good Night, Sleep Tight, Don’t Die On The Toilet Tonight
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By Kim on 01.26.09 4:04 pm | Permalink
Hi Jamie! I checked out the article (very cool, even though I couldn’t really see you in the picture), and I checked out theprintedblog website, and the first issue. It’s awesome! I already love it! I didn’t know where else to leave my notes of admiration. Just wanted to say that I love the concept, and so far – I love the content.
Mishis last blog post..Single gal at the holiday party
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By Mishi on 01.27.09 12:18 pm | Permalink
New: I quit Twitter, I started running, I had a breakdown in front of hubby over feeling fat, I went to Cornell to visit a friend, and I'm so ready for spring.
<abbr></abbr><abbr>ashley.s last blog post..Joy.</abbr>
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