Friday, July 15, 2005

Mrs. Linklater is the AOL Guest Editor This Week


In a shocking departure from her real life, Mrs. Linklater has been chosen as this week's Guest Editor. So she'd better post this entry quickly before the powers that be change their minds.

Since her first entry about Pop Tarts appeared on St. Paddy's Day in 2004, Mrs. L herself has never been an Editor's Pick. Her anti-establishment journal pretty much precludes that. So allowing her to jump the line to be an editor really is like letting one of the inmates run the asylum.  

The theme she chose for the week is THE WRITE STUFF, with selections based on style points. Writing style. Not decorative accessories.

The journals range from the satiric and snide. To the lyrical and lovely. From charming to comic. To flat out over the edge. Each one has been chosen for its distinctive writing style or tone. Mrs. L realizes that she is inflicting her personal choices on you. But YOU can be a Guest Editor too. Then you can pimp the journals YOU like.


Also, none of these journals has ever been an Editor's Pick before. Probably because more than a few push an envelope or two.

So Mrs. L suggests you just rate all of them PG-13  for subject matter and an occasional word that children and more sensitive readers can just skip over.  


Please consider all the journals listed here as equals. All are Editor's Picks as far as Mrs. L is  concerned -- AOL only had room for six on the front page. All these journals are listed in Mrs. L's Other Journals section on her main page.  So you can always come back and find them.

UPDATE: THE LINKS ON THIS PAGE ARE WORKING!!!  It's a miracle!!

1.Screamin' Remo [screaminremo303]   PG-13

http://journals.aol.com/screaminremo303/ScreaminRemo/

Locked and loaded, he writes with a taser. Wear your Kevlar. During last year's first anniversary celebration Remo was elected Lord of the Blog by his fellow journalers, the top honor in J-land. Never an Editor's Pick, the oversight ends today.


2. Do I AMUSE You? [yakvette]   PG-13

http://journals.aol.com/yakvette/DoIAmuseYou/#Entry189

Outrageous and contagious, Yak has a style that grabs you by the shoulders and shakes you naked. Her takes on life with her husband Ray will leave you gasping for air. Oh, and she's funny, too. Bring an extra pair of panties.


3. A Trickle of Semi-consciouness [BelfastCowboy75]
http://journals.aol.com/belfastcowboy75/TrickleofSemi-consciousness/

Award winning wit and wisdom from New England -- the Cowboy writes with Hemingway-esque clarity and impeccable storytelling. The Naval Shipbuilding Museum recently honored one of his essays, and he has won Judithheartsong's Artsy Essay Contest here on AOL.


4. The Way Ahead  [shadp]  

http://journals.aol.co.uk/shadp/TheWayAhead/

This Brit is dark and brooding and brilliant. In another century he might have been one of the celebrated essayists of Victorian England. His lean, spare style reveals the heart of a man steeped in powerful melancholy. He lays bare his soul with searing honesty that permeates every entry like smoke from a recent fire. Not for the faint of heart.  


5. Perpetual Notion Machine [pkbeachbum]  PG-13

http://journals.aol.com/pkbeachbum/PerpetualNotionMachine/

Totally bent. One of a kind. If Salvadore Dali could write he'd be PK. Perhaps the offbeat artist has decided to channel himself through a young man in New Jersey who writes for a pharmaceutical agency during the day and leaves oblique thoughts and mysterious references for us to ponder by night.  With Red Sox scores tossed in. Definitely an acquired taste.


6. The Badinage [WhereDidPeteGo]  PG-13

http://www.thebadinage.com/

At first you think he should be doing stand up. His comic timing on the page is perfect. One of the most talented writers ever to leave high school with a 1.5 average, he seems destined for something big.  Will it be fame or infamy?  You be the judge, when you can stop laughing. This is an outside blog, with an AIM screenname.


7. One Way Passage [jayveeconcerto]

http://journals.aol.com/jayveeconcerto/One-WayPassage/

This is a Texas piano man whose words are pure music. Some days he laments life in dusty west Texas, like an armadillo resigned to crossing the road in front of a speeding semi. Then he changes character and soars like a hawk riding the thermals, with lyrical prose worthy of James Dickey.  


8. Life in the Blue Victorian [kissofvanity]  
http://journals.aol.com/kissofvanity/LifeintheblueVictorianhouse/

You know how people get to giggling when they've been smoking dope?
She can do it to you too. This clean and sober mommy is, like most of the other folks on this list, "disinclined to play by the rules."  All the better to entertain us with stories and pictures about her family and friends.

9. Inane Thoughts and Insane Ramblings [swibirun]

http://journals.aol.com/swibirun/Inanethoughtsandinsaneramblings

Like the muti-faceted athlete he is, passion and focus on the task permeate all his writing. Especially when his wife is the subject. He is our modern day Abelard writing to his beloved Heloise. You will not leave unmoved.


10. I Do Not Recall Having a Memory Problem [suzypwr]

http://journals.aol.com/suzypwr/Idonotrecallhavingamemoryproblem/

This charming journal takes a wry look at early retirement and the inevitabilities of age. "Hopefully I can remember the name of my journal so I can return and post entries when a stray thought strikes." Funny and wise.  


11. ViewFrom A farmhouse Window [thisismary]

http://journals.aol.com/thisismary/ViewFromAFarmHouseWindow/

The sensibilities of an 18th century English novelist reincarnated on an American farm. From her About Me section: "The author respectfully points out that she has not been provided with a copy of your mental map and has no intention of attempting navigation by it." Right on, sister.


12. Surrounded by Nincompoops [lotzamoe]  PG-13

http://journals.aol.com/lotzamoe/SurroundedByNincompoops/

"Thoughts that pierced my tin foil hat" says it all. This is the man who can find something funny about "death, bad sex and goat humping" and his own stupidity. If his sarcasm were chocolate, we'd  be covered in it.


13. Dock Lines [gaboatman]

http://journals.aol.com/gaboatman/DockLines/

The diary of a dockmaster at a marina in Georgia. This boatman shares his stories like he's having a conversation over a cup of coffee with a friend.
A glimpse into a completely different lifestyle punctuated with pictures to tell the tale.  

14. Wizard of Ahs [Anarchitek]

http://journals.aol.com/anarchitek/thewizardofahs/

One of AOL's most thoughtful philosophers, his essays make you examine your own place in the cosmos. An architect who  builds castles in the sky then dismantles them to make you think. Dense and packed with ideas, the Wizard will be painful for some. An opiate for others.  


15. Pork Tornado -- The Guy You Hate to Love [OUTSIDE BLOG]  PG-13

http://porktornado.diaryland.com/

WARNING: This is NOT a recipe blog. Or the Nebraska hog-calling newsletter.
This is black comedy as deep fried as pork rinds washed down with RC Cola and a Moon Pie. NASCAR fans may not be able to keep up. You may have to cover your eyes.

16. The Daily Purge [kristeenaelise]
http://journals.aol.com/kristeenaelise/thedailypurge/

A grown up working mom attending college, whose inner child comes out to play every day. ""I  LOVE Diet Coke on the rocks, Dr. Pepper Bonnie Bell lip gloss, laughing, and happy people.  Grouchy people stink.  I'm a gemini. Short attention span. Enough said."




There are several former Editor's Picks listed in my Other Journals section.  I recommend them all. And you can link from here.

Uncommon Sense
Patrick's Place 
Judithheartsong
JerseyGirl
An Officer's Day
Stories from my Ambulance
La Vida Mommy
Dating Tips for Psychopaths
Albert's World of Artsy Fun

Others like the Single Girl's Guide to the Universe, a two-time Editor's Pick, Soundtrack of My Life, and Undeniably Me, are on hiatus or not posting as often.

Talking to Myself is brand new and deserves time to percolate. 

38 comments:

Anonymous said...

Congratulations...you have posted many of my favorites and others I will be visiting for the first time...This is the part I love about J-Land: It is such a close-knit community and yet there is a sense it is blooming into the most radiant and fragrant and individuating community in Cyberspace...Thank you for your wonderful journal...and your countless contributions to our personal growth...Courtenay

Anonymous said...

All very good choices.

Anonymous said...

Congrats to you!  Your journal is excellent and I gladly pass over the ceremonial torch of Guest Editorship!

However, the Badinage was featured by John Scalzi about 4 weeks ago and I featured Life in the Blue Victorian this past week, as well!

Good luck, enjoy the limelight and be well!

Dawn

Anonymous said...

Congratulations!! May your fame bring you many new marriage proposals from the customers in "long-term parking."

Thanks for the pimpage. I feel pretty.

Anonymous said...

The Blue Victorian has been pimped three weeks in a row, but hasn't been a pick yet  on the front page.  Correct me if I'm wrong.  I think this is Badinage's first Editor's Pick, as opposed to pimping.  Pimps vs. Picks, is there a diff?  Thanks for stopping by.  Mrs. L

Anonymous said...

Even though I remain a virgin, thanks for the pimpage. Remo is prettier.
xoxo

Anonymous said...

Congratulations, Mrs. Guest Editor, and thank you so much for the pimp.  
You're awesome!!

(If I ever get to be guest editor, I'll return the favor!)

hugs!
=) kris

Anonymous said...

Thank you for your kind words, Mrs. L. I still would have liked cleavage in the new photo, though.

Anonymous said...

You Go, Mrs. L.!  And to think, I knew you when...

I guess I got too *Mainstream* for your list.  :*-(  

I'm very proud of you, and will check out the blogs you've listed that I haven't read yet-- I know from the quality of the others that I'll enjoy them.  Your theme is great!  xxoo, Albert

Anonymous said...

Congrats on the pick :o) Have a great weekend!http://journals.aol.com/jcrazytrain/healthandfitness

Anonymous said...

Congrats, Mrs. L!!! And great picks!

Anonymous said...

Congrats on being the Guest Editor


Carolyn
http://journals.aol.com/shelt28/MyLife

Anonymous said...

Yay, you made it!  A neat list of blogs, too.  I'm sort of partial to Pete's The Badinage -- he was a long time AOL member and I may be biased, but he makes me laugh aloud.  He's a great guy, too.  :-)  I'm really happy that you are Guest Editor -- your journal and the selections rock!
http://journals.aol.com/upseted/JackiesQuirkyMusings/

Anonymous said...

Congrats on being guest editor! I have been a lurker for quite sometime... Excellent choices for your picks! All journals I enjoy very much and a new one I had never visted...
Congrats again!
Jodi
http://journals.aol.com/jouell3935/Haveyoulostyourmind
http://journals.aol.com/jouell3935/Messages/
http://journals.aol.com/jouell3935/PointCounterpoint/

Anonymous said...

Shits and giggles all around at the blue Victorian.  Thanx for the pimp!

Ana~

Anonymous said...

Congrats!  I'll have to visit those journals you have listed that I haven't been to.  Thanks!
~~Kath~~
http://journals.aol.com/dklars/SecretGarden

Anonymous said...

I don't know how to thank you, Mrs. L. But I will think of something. My family is finally proud of me for typing.
You rock.
PK

Anonymous said...

Congrats, Mrs. L on being picked to be a guest Editor!  They couldn't have chosen a better one.  Thanks for including my journal on your list of picks this week.  I am honored and deeply touched.  There are a few of your picks I have not read yet and look forward to visiting them all.  Again, my thanks!
Sam

Anonymous said...

Mrs. L. - You've put me in excellent company. A wholehearted thanks!    Jon

http://journals.aol.com/jayveeconcerto/One-WayPassage/  

Anonymous said...

Dear Mrs. L.
      You have fire in your writing that is worth reading. Keep it going! Thanks for being the editor's pick of the week.
      Patricia

Anonymous said...

Congratulations, bebe'.  Evidently you aren't such a loose canon after all.  LOL...I AM so proud of you.

xoxoxo
andi

Anonymous said...

Thanks for all of your interesting list

Anonymous said...

woohoo an honorable mention, mrs l i feel so special ;-)

~  www.jerseygirljournal.com

Anonymous said...

ps

congrats on editors pick, it's about time
!

~  www.jerseygirljournal.com

Anonymous said...

pps i'm just leaving comments left and right...mrs L, check your links...most of them dont seem to be working!

~  www.jerseygirljournal.com

Anonymous said...

Sorry -- I'm on a MAC and doing links is a very slow process.  Only one works so far.   That's why I suggested going to my Other Journals where the links for these journals do work.  I'm hurrying.  Mrs. L

Anonymous said...

Mrs L,Thank you for your very kind words!  I also appreciate the links to the other fascinating journals!  I haven't found a boring moment yet!  Where is Joe?  I should think he is hanging his head, but I am opinionated, in the least!  Great job, I am quite honored to be included in so august a company!  Your tenure as Guest Editor demonstrates the vast depth and interest of AOL journalers.  Thank you for including me among your list.   Bruce  

Anonymous said...

Yay! Congrats! It's about time you got some damn attention! Thanks for the mention. :)

Jenn

Anonymous said...

Some great choices Mrs L ....ive been a long time reader and fan of "the way ahead " davids (shadp) blog  marys "view from a farmhouse window " and many of the others u listed have been an inspiration also ...cant wait to look up the others i hadnt yet discovered.
Congrats x

Anonymous said...

great choices all Mrs. L........... they put the right lady in charge!!! xoxoxoxoxo, judi

Anonymous said...

I'm way behind on my jouranl reading but I actually do read quite a few of these and they are all great and some really good new ones for me to read as well.  Great job, nice to see someone that doesn't just pick those within TOS perimeters, lmao.  Brandy

Anonymous said...

Congratulations, and thanks for including me.  I'm honored to be in such good company.

:)

Judi

Anonymous said...

none of these journals has ever been an Editor's Pick before...
very cool...
like you :)

Anonymous said...

My first visit to your journal.  I came via One Way Passage which you had chosen as one of your Guest Editor's picks.  I shall be back .

http://journals.aol.co.uk/jeanno43/Family

Anonymous said...

I cannot wait to see what's twirling in the Pork Tornado. Where do you find these journals, Mrs. L? I'm beginning to think you have more than one inside track.

Anonymous said...

Congratulations!  It has taken me several days, but I have visited every journal that you mentioned that I had never read before.  A great group.  I enjoyed every one of them.  Pennie  

Anonymous said...

I just checked the journals home page. I'm smiling. You go, girl! (And THANK YOU!!!)

Anonymous said...

Dear Mrs. L.  Congrats on your selection as "Editor of the Week!"  It's nice to meet another "comic" er cosmic guru who is also attempting to solve the obvious mistakes and riddles of the universe!  Since starting my own mystical (and mundane) blog in May, I have been sort of free-floating in blog space.  I look forward to making "contact" with your suggested journals, as well as yours.  Thanks for the "hot" tips!
http://journals.aol.com/jgrand1/JeannesMessageinaBlog/