Okay, so I don't usually write about marketing to mom sort of stuff here on this blog anymore (but, I do on this one!)
Because, this is where I like to think out loud with very little thought given to word count or social media metrics.
Still, as a freelance writer and blogging professional (AM SO!) I do receive a lot of pitches (some good, mostly bad) and probably read twice as many posts and articles, every month, about some blogger being wronged, in some way, by yet another company who, you know, just doesn't get it.
I read bad pr pitch stories like this and can't help but pine for the days when moms (like me) would write (for writing's sake) and were THRILLED just to have made it on each other's blogrolls.
Blogging is hard. Blogging while under the influence of children is damned near impossible, without a strong network of online (not to mention, unplugged) family and friends, I mean.
On the other hand, I've personally worked with some very amazing people, collaborated on equally awesome projects and forged many new fantastic friendships along the way.
Still. Contrary to what others may think (or, feel) I don't think I'm special. Nor, do I expect preferential treatment, or, expect stuff to be given to me.
In other words, I am NOT famous. But, my dog is:
Subject: Doofus-Dog, Would you like to help feed the hounds?
Date: Fri, June 17, 2011 11:28 am
To: lizthisfullhouse@gmail.comDearest Doofus-Dawg:
You are a brainy thing, aren't you? And we adore your absolute candor as you share your thoughts at This Full House.
And so, dear DD, we'd like to see if you want to try our food.
We are XXXXXXXX and have real food for really smart dogs like you.Ask Liz, though.
Not that she's your boss (no way!) but she might have an opinion or two.
But if she says "Yes," we'll send over our new food (called XXXXXX) for you to try.
Want to?
Aaaaaand, my absolutely most favorite closing in the whole wide Interwebs…EVUH:
With Dirty Socks, Kitty Poop and All Other Things You Shouldn't Be Eating,
XXXXXXX
Maybe I should be insulted. Perhaps even feel a little annoyed (at best) but, I'll be boiled in my own lip gloss if I'm not absolutely giddy telling you that my dog gets better pitches than I do!
Because, I'm funny like that.
© 2003 – 2011 This Full House
Comments
56 responses to “You Know You’ve Hit the Big Time When Your Dog Gets Fan Mail!”
That really is kinda cool. Doofus-Dog may get his own realty show someday.
That really is kinda cool. Doofus-Dog may get his own realty show someday.
That really is kinda cool. Doofus-Dog may get his own realty show someday.
That really is kinda cool. Doofus-Dog may get his own realty show someday.
That really is kinda cool. Doofus-Dog may get his own realty show someday.
That really is kinda cool. Doofus-Dog may get his own realty show someday.
That really is kinda cool. Doofus-Dog may get his own realty show someday.
That really is kinda cool. Doofus-Dog may get his own realty show someday.
Love the pitch! Did he ask you yet? I think Doofus-Dog is going to be hitting prime time very soon! I hope it doesn’t change him!:)
Love the pitch! Did he ask you yet? I think Doofus-Dog is going to be hitting prime time very soon! I hope it doesn’t change him!:)
Love the pitch! Did he ask you yet? I think Doofus-Dog is going to be hitting prime time very soon! I hope it doesn’t change him!:)
Love the pitch! Did he ask you yet? I think Doofus-Dog is going to be hitting prime time very soon! I hope it doesn’t change him!:)
Love the pitch! Did he ask you yet? I think Doofus-Dog is going to be hitting prime time very soon! I hope it doesn’t change him!:)
Love the pitch! Did he ask you yet? I think Doofus-Dog is going to be hitting prime time very soon! I hope it doesn’t change him!:)
Love the pitch! Did he ask you yet? I think Doofus-Dog is going to be hitting prime time very soon! I hope it doesn’t change him!:)
Love the pitch! Did he ask you yet? I think Doofus-Dog is going to be hitting prime time very soon! I hope it doesn’t change him!:)
That pitch ROCKS.
Better be careful, there are few things worse than a dog with an ego. Trust me, I know.
That pitch ROCKS.
Better be careful, there are few things worse than a dog with an ego. Trust me, I know.
That pitch ROCKS.
Better be careful, there are few things worse than a dog with an ego. Trust me, I know.
That pitch ROCKS.
Better be careful, there are few things worse than a dog with an ego. Trust me, I know.
That pitch ROCKS.
Better be careful, there are few things worse than a dog with an ego. Trust me, I know.
That pitch ROCKS.
Better be careful, there are few things worse than a dog with an ego. Trust me, I know.
That pitch ROCKS.
Better be careful, there are few things worse than a dog with an ego. Trust me, I know.
That pitch ROCKS.
Better be careful, there are few things worse than a dog with an ego. Trust me, I know.
You know how I feel about pitches in general, but THAT pitch? I would be all over. It’s fabulous. And you should forward it with highlights and notes about what makes it fabulous to all PR agents/agencies.
You know how I feel about pitches in general, but THAT pitch? I would be all over. It’s fabulous. And you should forward it with highlights and notes about what makes it fabulous to all PR agents/agencies.
You know how I feel about pitches in general, but THAT pitch? I would be all over. It’s fabulous. And you should forward it with highlights and notes about what makes it fabulous to all PR agents/agencies.
You know how I feel about pitches in general, but THAT pitch? I would be all over. It’s fabulous. And you should forward it with highlights and notes about what makes it fabulous to all PR agents/agencies.
You know how I feel about pitches in general, but THAT pitch? I would be all over. It’s fabulous. And you should forward it with highlights and notes about what makes it fabulous to all PR agents/agencies.
You know how I feel about pitches in general, but THAT pitch? I would be all over. It’s fabulous. And you should forward it with highlights and notes about what makes it fabulous to all PR agents/agencies.
You know how I feel about pitches in general, but THAT pitch? I would be all over. It’s fabulous. And you should forward it with highlights and notes about what makes it fabulous to all PR agents/agencies.
You know how I feel about pitches in general, but THAT pitch? I would be all over. It’s fabulous. And you should forward it with highlights and notes about what makes it fabulous to all PR agents/agencies.
, this was a really great post. In theory I’d like to write like this also – taking time and real effort to make a good article… but what can I say… I procrastinate alot and never seem to get something done. .. thanks for sharing
, this was a really great post. In theory I’d like to write like this also – taking time and real effort to make a good article… but what can I say… I procrastinate alot and never seem to get something done. .. thanks for sharing
, this was a really great post. In theory I’d like to write like this also – taking time and real effort to make a good article… but what can I say… I procrastinate alot and never seem to get something done. .. thanks for sharing
, this was a really great post. In theory I’d like to write like this also – taking time and real effort to make a good article… but what can I say… I procrastinate alot and never seem to get something done. .. thanks for sharing
, this was a really great post. In theory I’d like to write like this also – taking time and real effort to make a good article… but what can I say… I procrastinate alot and never seem to get something done. .. thanks for sharing
, this was a really great post. In theory I’d like to write like this also – taking time and real effort to make a good article… but what can I say… I procrastinate alot and never seem to get something done. .. thanks for sharing
, this was a really great post. In theory I’d like to write like this also – taking time and real effort to make a good article… but what can I say… I procrastinate alot and never seem to get something done. .. thanks for sharing
, this was a really great post. In theory I’d like to write like this also – taking time and real effort to make a good article… but what can I say… I procrastinate alot and never seem to get something done. .. thanks for sharing
Love the fact that your dog is getting email. Mine (Bitzer) gets mentioned on occasion in a comment but not her own email. On a side note, I love the pop-cap buttons…
Love the fact that your dog is getting email. Mine (Bitzer) gets mentioned on occasion in a comment but not her own email. On a side note, I love the pop-cap buttons…
Love the fact that your dog is getting email. Mine (Bitzer) gets mentioned on occasion in a comment but not her own email. On a side note, I love the pop-cap buttons…
Love the fact that your dog is getting email. Mine (Bitzer) gets mentioned on occasion in a comment but not her own email. On a side note, I love the pop-cap buttons…
Love the fact that your dog is getting email. Mine (Bitzer) gets mentioned on occasion in a comment but not her own email. On a side note, I love the pop-cap buttons…
Love the fact that your dog is getting email. Mine (Bitzer) gets mentioned on occasion in a comment but not her own email. On a side note, I love the pop-cap buttons…
Love the fact that your dog is getting email. Mine (Bitzer) gets mentioned on occasion in a comment but not her own email. On a side note, I love the pop-cap buttons…
Love the fact that your dog is getting email. Mine (Bitzer) gets mentioned on occasion in a comment but not her own email. On a side note, I love the pop-cap buttons…
Truly the best pitch ever. Honestly, why don’t we humans get pitches like that?
Truly the best pitch ever. Honestly, why don’t we humans get pitches like that?
Truly the best pitch ever. Honestly, why don’t we humans get pitches like that?
Truly the best pitch ever. Honestly, why don’t we humans get pitches like that?
Truly the best pitch ever. Honestly, why don’t we humans get pitches like that?
Truly the best pitch ever. Honestly, why don’t we humans get pitches like that?
Truly the best pitch ever. Honestly, why don’t we humans get pitches like that?
Truly the best pitch ever. Honestly, why don’t we humans get pitches like that?