My Favorite New Blog/Blogger and an exciting contest!

You know how parents say "I love all my children equally!" Well, the thing is, you know they're lying. If you watch them closely enough, you can tell which child they prefer. And while I know it's not cool to play favorites, I really don't care. When I love something, I simply have to let the world know. It's just how I operate.

Now before I reveal "My favorite blogger", let me mention that I don't get to read all the blogs I'd like to - and for that I do apologize. I wish I could be caught up on everything in my RSS feed, but I only have so much free time in a day (and note: all blog sites are blocked from work, so I can't get caught up there). The majority of my free time is devoted to writing/researching my own blogs, photo taking and uploading, cooking/shopping and fitness related activities. (Mind you, that "free time" comes after the 11 hours I spend working and commuting.) The point is that I'm a busy gal and I wish I could be caught up on everything, but until I figure out how to eliminate sleep, get a personal assistant or have myself cloned, it's just not possible.

So you've waited long enough... I'd like you to meet Sally. Sally is a Leo (like me), in her late 30's (like me) and shares my love of baked goods. (See this photo for proof). She is also a witty and fantastic writer (like me!). I'm not sure if she's as modest as me though :P

Her whole blog is great, but she is currently sponsoring an exciting give-away, which any one of you are elibible to particpate in. You don't even need to be a blogger! She simply asks the question: "What is the CRAZIEST thing you have ever eaten in a fit of hunger (quality or quantity)?" (Full details for participation, and prizes, are posted in the blog entry.)

I, for one, can't wait to read the winning descriptions of gluttony and hilarity. I can't think of anything good to contribute. I mean sure, I've eaten a gallon of ice cream or a jar of peanut butter in a sitting, but I don't think that's so unusual or 'crazy'. And I'm totally guilty of taking stuff out of William's trash at work and finishing it. I'm not even kidding - he buys slices of cake that come in plastic containers, eats the cake, but throws away the container when there is clearly some frosting still affixed to the side of it. I don't know how anyone could do such a thing! I mean, the frosting is the BEST part. So yes, I have retrieved these items from his trash pail and licked the plastic clean. On several occasions. I'm not proud of it, but I have done it. Still not crazy enough though - Just sad and desperate.

But I'm sure some of YOU have stories much crazier than mine. Why not send them in to Sally so we can all have a good chuckle? And maybe you'll even be one of the winners!

Sally, I think you're an amazing woman and my offer still stands - If you ever get the opportunity to visit NYC, look me up. I'm taking you here for canoli and cappuccino.

Good luck, everyone!