Last week I introduced you to Friday Five and how I was looking to offer a diversion into the weekend. So, without further ado, here are five random offerings for you. Cheers guys, have a great weekend!
- Blogger Corner. One of the blogs that has been springing up on my radar recently is that of Jackie Adkins. In the words of Jackie himself, it’s “a street corner where you can… talk about marketing, the business world, social media and life in general.” Jackie’s not afraid to call out BS when he sees it either, and for that (as well as his easy style) he gets my vote.
- Screen-o-Rama. Okay, so I’m not a teenage girl. And I’m not a huge romance fan, either. But, I will admit to being sucker-punched by the Twilight saga. This weekend sees the second movie in the series, New Moon, hit the screens. I’ll be there, if only to cringe at how I’m probably twice the age of the rest of the audience. You going too?
- Making the News. There’s an old edict that journalists are meant to break news, not make it. This week, that came to the fore as a storm erupted around Kurt Greenbaum and his actions regarding a comment troll. A reminder that if you’re in the public view, in any form, you’re putting yourself in the front line when it comes to how you present yourself and the actions you take.
- Wine-a-Licious. Although I’m not up to the expertise of the lovely Rachel Kay, I do enjoy a good wine over the weekend, and one I found recently was Allegrini (2004) Palazza della Torre. If you’re looking for something to ease you through a Saturday night, and not have a hangover in the morning because you drank the second one as well, this is it.
- Video Manana. I love ice hockey (and yes, I call it ice hockey because I’m from the UK where hockey is played on grass, with no pads, and girls battering your shins with their sticks). I love the skill, the speed, and most of all the hits. I’m just guessing this player won’t want to remember this hit in a hurry…
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Hey Danny– Love your Friday Five concept. That hockey (ice!) celebration is just what I needed this Friday morning!
Twitter: jackieadkins
Danny, I don't even know what to say! I'm honestly very honored and really appreciate all of the kind words, especially coming from you. Thanks for kicking off my Friday in an awesome way!
Why ice hockey gets my vote in the Funny As Sh*t moments
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lol you're taking me to see New Moon? you must feel bad for ignoring me all week haha
i thought i'd have to wait a good three weeks to get you to take me
You're the guy making the magic, Jackie, I'm just sharing the news
Twitter: drewmaniac
I had missed the Kurt Greenbaum drama this week. I've followed Kurt since I first signed up on Twitter a couple of years ago, and have had various interactions with him. This whole thing is um… interesting. I think this is a great case for ignoring trolls who stop by and comment on posts occasionally. If you must delete, okay, but going so far to call the commenter's employer is a bit over the top.
I'm actually speaking from experience here. I have had a troll who stops by and rants on my posts on occasion. It's been going on for over a year. I'll admit that in the beginning it bothered me. After identifying this person's IP address, their employer was clearly identified in the information and it revealed two things.
1. The troll lives in the same town as I.
2. I know the troll personally.
Some friends encouraged me to call the troll's employer and get the troll in trouble because I know the troll's boss personally. It was very tempting, but in the end, I haven't and I don't think I ever will. The comments are kind of funny now anyway. I also feel a little bit sorry for the troll. Clearly the troll has some issues to be so obsessed with my insignificant blog.
My point is, Kurt probably should have let it slide. Ignore the troll. If you can't ignore the troll, delete the troll's comments. Then move on with your life. No reason to get caught up in a petty fight with a troll, or worse, have the fight blow up all over the Internet because you took the fight to another level.
My two cents for what it's worth.
I hear you bud. Gut instinct says, “I want to take you down”. But gut instinct doesn't quite work online as it does off. Like you say, Google certainly never forgets when you make a stand and see the results.
To be fair, I don't think Kurt would have expected the reaction he's received, but at this moment in time he's a virtual leper. Whether he can still command his position at the Post-Dispatch after this? Time will tell…
The guy lives in the same town and you know him? HA! That is beyond awesome, mate. Great self-control
Twitter: drewmaniac
Oh yeah. Said something in one of the rants that kind of gave me a clue, then I found out 'the troll' was working there. I'm 99.99% sure I know the troll personally.
Here's the type of revenge I like though. I may have the troll over for dinner and make things oh so awkward someday. But, never really call the troll out.
The hockey video shared in this post is very amazing to watch.