Open Thread – Backstage Fun
3 12 2009There are all sorts of fun places to poke around backstage on the blog. I usually forget they’re all there, and then when I remember I have fun catching up on the statistics. So, I thought I’d share some fun Mudflats trivia with you that you never get to see.
One thing that Wordpress (my blog platform) tells you is where people come from when visiting your blog. So I’d like to say thank you to the top three “referrers” of all time on the list – Daily Kos, The Immoral Minority, and Andrew Sullivan at The Atlantic.
What about where people go from here? The top three sites Mudflatters click to are – The Immoral Minority, Diva’s Blue Oasis, and Shannyn Moore’s blog.
My top posts getting the most traffic? For this blog (not the old archives) covering post-election material:
#1 In Exposing the Identity of Mudflats, Rep. Doogan Exposes Himself
#2 PALIN RESIGNS
#3 Shopping Day in Nunam Iqua, Alaska
#4 My “About/Contact” page
#5 Major Announcement! Sarah Palin is on Twitter!
It also tells you what search terms people use to find your blog. “Mudflats” is the most popular search term, of course, and every conceivable combination of Mud Flats, themudflats.net, themudflats, ak mudflats, akmuckraker, mudflats blog, etc. But sometimes there are search terms that are a bit more unusual. Usually, I can tell why the particular term has led them here. For instance there were a few searches for “unusual facts about coelecanths” recently, because I had just written a post about them. Others, I have no idea. So here are some of the more interesting search terms from the last month.
bunny boot information
sarah palin using her baby as a prop
no money
levi bares all
fish sticks
announcers showing too much leg
x-men rogue sex toons (I’m sure they were disappointed)
does todd palin dip tobacco
also, too mudflats
dog vs. porcupine
pepto bismol
right wing propaganda
teeny little mini skirt
what does quyana mean?
black vs. white bunny boots
funny moose pictures
begich going rogue
and I’ve saved the two most disturbing ones for the end…
baboon estrus
sarah palin blow up doll
Some things you just don’t want to think about too long.
December 3rd, 2009 at 2:21 AM
Mornin’ pups.
How messed up is this ??
http://mondoweiss.net/images/ror.jpg
December 3rd, 2009 at 2:35 AM
A question regarding the Alaska Permanent Fund dividend:
I just saw an article that said the 2009 check is for $1,305; while the 2008 check was for $2,069 — how does the drastic decrease reflect on the former Governor ?
Is this another reason she quit – so she wouldn’t have to explain the cut ?
Or, will she come out and say “See, when I was Governor, everyone got over 2 grand, NOW look at it ! It’s ALL Obama’s fault”.
I don’t think anybody equates the amount of the pfd with the governor. We’re used to it going up and down. I can’t recall ever hearing a politician who was blamed for a lower pfd. The thing Palin did was to give a $1200 check as an “energy rebate” to every man, woman and child. There were arguments that this should have been used for other things, and THAT reflected on her. The check was issued at the same time, but was not connected to the pfd. AKM
December 3rd, 2009 at 3:09 AM
Way back in the day I had posted a pic of a baboon in estrus. Searched the archives for that particular pic and could not find it. I believe this will suffice.
http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Baboon_in_estrus.jpg
December 3rd, 2009 at 3:27 AM
I have NO IDEA how that bunny stuff got in there, but I love it!
December 3rd, 2009 at 3:59 AM
FYI, Slate has posted the winners of their “Write Like Sarah” contest. Very funny stuff!
December 3rd, 2009 at 5:16 AM
@ NY Dem:
The regular PFD is based on a formula which governors have NOTHING to do with and Alaskans know that.
Has everything to do with how the invested fund is doing and nothing to do with political gobeldygook.
Now – the EXTRA payout last year, the “energy rebate” was whatzername and a enough in the leg and their take on the what -to-do-with-full-state-coffers routine.
Who knows what she may or may not try , in terms of spin, but she had nothing to do with main dividend payout .
December 3rd, 2009 at 5:34 AM
AKM-
So many of the search terms are funny…!
Reminded me of many past posts of yours, especially the bunny boots one.
NOT gonna think about the last one at all…
la,la,la,lala….
Agh! Can’t get it out of my mind now!
Agh!!!
December 3rd, 2009 at 5:37 AM
I see at least one mudpup runner up in the Slate contest. Congratulations, overthemoon!
December 3rd, 2009 at 5:42 AM
Thanks TerryNY @5 for the head’s up on the “Write Like Sarah Palin” winners being posted. That was a good laugh to start the day.
http://www.slate.com/id/2237261/
Here’s the winner but all of them are really good. Did any mudpups make it to the list ?
First place: “One night after a long day of campaigning, when the haters had made my spirits reach a nadir, I looked into Todd’s eyes, which were as blue as the stripes on Old Glory, and too representing truth and loyalty, and he looked back at me with a twinkle of determination which I hadn’t seen since I told him my goal of having another baby in my fifties and naming it Tron, then did I know for sure that I could carry on, like he, and we, have done together all of these years on this long, Iron Dog race of a marriage that is at once grueling and celestial, onerous and majestic.”
—Ann Sensenbrenner
December 3rd, 2009 at 5:56 AM
I’m sort of intrigued by “Fish Sticks” as a search. What were they hoping to find ? And how in the world did Mudflats end up coming up high enough in a search result that someone would have clicked on it? I’d assume you’d have to slosh through a sea of “Mrs. Paul’s” and “Gorton’s” results along with tartar sauce recipes before coming to Mudflats. This will nag me!
And why was someone curious about whether Todd dips tobacco. I would think there are sooooo many more questions to be answered before that one.
AustinTX – I am so not clicking on your “baboon estrus” link. NOT!
And I actually wouldn’t mind a Palin blow up doll. Filling it with helium, sticking a piece of duct tape over the mouth and letting it fly away would do wonders for my mental state.
December 3rd, 2009 at 6:03 AM
My last post went to mod ?? Well it couldn’t have been because of “fish stick” so I’m going to guess it was for referencing the “blo w up d*ll” . But if that’s the reason then it’s tricky little mod prank because the doll was part of the original post!
Oh well – i’m sure it will show up eventually. In the meantime I’ll take it as a sign to get back to my desk work. Have a good one!
December 3rd, 2009 at 6:30 AM
AKM – oh what a HOOT !!
Austin, you are bad!!!
December 3rd, 2009 at 6:36 AM
Check out this runner up entry – got some hypothetical pron in there:
Runner-up: “I brushed aside the pu*sy willow and cockscomb and jettisoned myself blithely to the still-warm throat of the fecund moose, all the while listening the far-off mewgull calling me, the very sound of America.”
—Amberly Timperio
(all words were typed out, but wouldn’t pass mod here)
December 3rd, 2009 at 6:56 AM
Seagull Junker Palin is right AKM what a hoot indeed. Never thought about anyone knowing where i went from the site but I know I have googled words or things I did not know about.
December 3rd, 2009 at 7:16 AM
Laugh out loud funny. Thank you for a wonderful way to start the day.
December 3rd, 2009 at 7:17 AM
Does anybody else think SP should be kissing Tiger Wood’s a$$ today?????
Dont you think the $$ signs are appropriate?
Its all about the Benjamins baby….
Considering recent revelations, the one who’s thinking that may be Tiger himself… AKM (ick. I’m sorry)
December 3rd, 2009 at 7:52 AM
What a fun thread! Thanks. : )
December 3rd, 2009 at 7:53 AM
Tantef! Your holiday swap present is lovely! Thanks so much. For all of you wondering, it’s a blue glass starfish pendant on a blue silk cord, with matching earrings. It came beautifully wrapped (unlike mine, which just went in the padded envelope with a card), and was accompanied by a fun card. Hugs & kisses to Tantef; health and peace to all.
December 3rd, 2009 at 8:08 AM
A blow up doll? Where?
I’d put it on the front lawn and setup so some water fell on it, it deflated, and said, “I’m melting”. Reinflate and repeat.
December 3rd, 2009 at 8:29 AM
When you squeeze the palin blow up doll does she say “Drill baby Drill”?
December 3rd, 2009 at 8:45 AM
rm1948
Ask and ye shall recieve………..
http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-sarah-palin-sex-doll-now-on-sale/?pks=ggl+Palin+Sex+Doll&gclid=CKbEjPHjup4CFREhDQodQnJ0lA
OMG. AKM
December 3rd, 2009 at 8:47 AM
rm1948 -
Go to thefrisky dot com.
December 3rd, 2009 at 8:54 AM
I’m reposting this from yesterday because it was at the end of the last Open Thread and I didn’t want the people it was meant for to miss it. And thanks (((michigander)))
We had to put my beautiful girl Isis out of her misery today and I am very sad. My vet was incredibly kind and understanding and it was a very peaceful end for her. Now she can run and fight with her brother again. My everlasting thanks to all of the mudpups who helped me through this incredibly difficult decision. Between my tears I have found some room for laughter thanks to all of you and AKM.
I have a book to recommend to all of the women (and possibly the men–as it might give some insight into women) who read this site. My mother gave it to me for my birthday. It is called: “Not Becoming My Mother &other things she taught me along the way” by Ruth Reichl. Wonderful book. Perhaps I should buy a copy each for all of the Palin girls????
December 3rd, 2009 at 9:11 AM
@20 (((lovemydogs)))
Rainbow Bridge
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together….
Author unknown…
December 3rd, 2009 at 9:35 AM
I’m so sorry Lovemydogs, it’s very difficult for us humans when our furry friends are suffering. I wish Isis many happy reunions and peace to come your way.
December 3rd, 2009 at 9:40 AM
BuffaloGal@10, I think I might know the answer to the ‘fish sticks’ question. A few months ago Ann Strongheart wrote a blog about the salmon catch and the fishing industry vs the Native Alaskans and the legal quota set for each.
I vaguely remember her urgent request that people don’t frequent fast food restaurants where they serve fish sandwiches >>>>cough<<<>>>cough<<<< or if you do eat there, not to order that sandwich and the same for the fish sticks sold in stores. Gosh, it seems there was even a picture of a fish patty on the side of the blog. AKM posted it here and voila!, Mudflats shows up in the search.
December 3rd, 2009 at 10:19 AM
I checked out the Slate site. Pretty funny. I could have done without the pitures though. Is it just me, or does anyone else get tired of seeing those bony, pointing fingers? I can think of where I would like to shove….oh, never mind.
December 3rd, 2009 at 12:22 PM
21 austintx Says:
December 3rd, 2009 at 8:45 AM
rm1948
Ask and ye shall recieve………..
http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-sarah-palin-sex-doll-now-on-sale/?pks=ggl+Palin+Sex+Doll&gclid=CKbEjPHjup4CFREhDQodQnJ0lA
OMG. AKM
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FILL A FEW WITH HELIUM AND FLOAT THEM AROUND HER “EVENTS”………….DRESS THEM UP …..INTERVIEW THEM……………MOORE UP NORTH COULD HAVE A PERMANT GUEST ON HER PANEL…………………..LOL
December 3rd, 2009 at 12:25 PM
I’m saddened not see “pants on fire” in the list of search items. It’s pretty much how I found themudflats.
btw, palingates has a new post up. I think themudflats pants on fire graphic should be awarded.
December 3rd, 2009 at 12:45 PM
#23 Lovemydogs:
We are always at our best when we overcome our own wants and needs…
no matter how painful.,, you did it… and you learned something about yourself that you may not otherwise have known. Take hugs and be at Peace.
P. S. I shall look for the book…. it may be a gift for my offspring…
December 3rd, 2009 at 1:04 PM
Pretty funny stuff, people!
AKM is a hoot but at least there’s no search result for “AKM hooters.” And at least there’s no result (unlike another blog I frequent) for “michael phelps pub*c hair.”
As for the palin blowup thingie… has anyone taught van flein how to use google? How did Zeigler get his?
December 3rd, 2009 at 1:05 PM
Martha @28… you are such a naughty girl!! hahahahahaaaaa. …
December 3rd, 2009 at 1:42 PM
poor tiger…………..eltigre.jpg eltigre.jpg
December 3rd, 2009 at 1:52 PM
omg omg omg omg!!!!
I was just looking at the slate Palin Writing thing and I’M ONE OF THE RUNNERS UP!!!!!!! HOLY COW!!
what I wrote
Runner-up: “The minute I was on that stage in Florida with all those lights in my eyes and the smell of Alaska still on my fingertips and my family, too, all around out there, I was where I dreamed of all those years on the basketball court and in Alaskas’s God given beauty which we must cherish and use as God gave it us to use and in honor of the troops, also.”
December 3rd, 2009 at 2:19 PM
3 austintx Says:
December 3rd, 2009 at 3:09 AM
Way back in the day I had posted a pic of a baboon in estrus. Searched the archives for that particular pic and could not find it. I believe this will suffice.
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Yes, I remember that day…… I had just waxed eloquent in a post that Palin’s red naughty monkey pumps served essentially the same purpose in signaling the opposite sex as the female baboon’s swollen red behind…..anthropologically speaking, of course. You, with your lightning-speed cyber-search skills, provided the perfect photograph to illustrate my anthropological observation. Good times. Good times.
Although certainly a challenge when dealing with the Tundra Tart, Mudpups are always doing their best to keep the conversation on a more rarified and sober intellectual plane, eh? Haha….
December 3rd, 2009 at 2:34 PM
lee 323. hey lee.
“Although certainly a challenge when dealing with the Tundra Tart, Mudpups are always doing their best to keep the conversation on a more rarified and sober intellectual plane, eh? Haha….”………………………………………
yep. that’s us mudpups alright. we rarefied, intellectual and sober especially when we on a plane. hahaha
December 3rd, 2009 at 2:50 PM
overthemoon – congrats!!!
Lee323 – I’m laughing!!
December 3rd, 2009 at 3:38 PM
overthemoon – Congratulations, also too.
Greatest palinspeak EVER, also too.
Alaskans can just hear the tintinnabulation of the bells, smell the skunk cabbage and pick berries all in Alaskaland, also too. You gave me a special moment of reflection, I am touched….heh heh, keep the faith!
December 3rd, 2009 at 3:39 PM
Lee 323 – That would be TT for short!
December 3rd, 2009 at 4:04 PM
seagul…any thing showing up in the mail these days??
December 3rd, 2009 at 4:06 PM
Maybe you, (AKM), Diva or Shannyn can consider being on the the rotation list. I don’t see the NY Times as nonpartisan.
Left-Wing Liberal Blogs To Destroy Sanctity Of White House Pool Reports
“Baker said he has no problem with outlets like Huffington Post, which he described “an important part of the marketplace of ideas.” But the site, he said, has a mission “to produce pieces with strongly argued points of view” and that puts the Times — or other nonpartisan news organizations — “in a position of relying on overtly ideological or opinionated organizations as our surrogate news gatherers.”
http://wonkette.com/412526/left-wing-liberal-blogs-to-destroy-sanctity-of-white-house-pool-reports
December 3rd, 2009 at 5:01 PM
@23 lovemydogs-
Best wishes for getting through this time of getting used to having your dog friend walk in your heart… instead of by your side.
December 3rd, 2009 at 5:54 PM
overthemoon (# 34) Congratulations on your Slate writing honor!
“…and the smell of Alaska still on my fingertips and my family, too, all around out there.”
This segment undoubtedly nailed a top spot for you, Moon. You captured quintessential Palin syntax which renders the reader hopelessly confused…..i.e. WHAT have her fingertips been doing? WHERE have they been doing it? and, for crying out loud, with WHOM??
Love it! Hahaha…
December 3rd, 2009 at 10:22 PM
42 lee323
HA!! Your comments are far funnier than my Sarah Run-on-sentence!! Glad you got a good laugh! Now you know what to think of every time you see her do the pointy finger thing!!
December 3rd, 2009 at 10:24 PM
Now the game is really on: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/12/03/palin-goes-birther-obama_n_379634.html#postComment
Can this woman open her mouth without a lie falling out?
December 3rd, 2009 at 11:27 PM
@lovemydogs
{{{{{{{{Hugs}}}}}}}}}
…will look for the book!