Careful...Mom & Dad are watching

I feel that introductions are necessary now that my blog circle has grown by two. The newest readers are none other then the illustrious ‘T’ and Gail B, or as they are more commonly known by me, Dad & Mom.

At first I wasn’t sure how I felt about Mom & Dad reading the fluff that I post for others to judge, mock and comment on. But after I thought about it, I figured what the hell? I tell them everything anyway. So I say, enjoy…Now you get to see what a nutcase your daughter really is.

My parents are not the most technologically savvy individuals. Gail B’s online expertise is limited to buying antiques on ebay and booking travel on expedia. To my father’s dismay, they are both very costly pastimes. ‘T’ uses the computer to play solitaire and poker.

After Gail B found out what a blog was, she approached my father to spread her newfound wealth of information. This is the actual exchange that took place:

Mom: “Do you know what McDougall’s blogs are?”
Dad: “Her boobies?”

(Disclaimer: Do not liken my father to Joe Simpson…Thankfully, he does not often make comments about my boobies or any other part of my anatomy.)

My father seemed to enjoy the world of blogging. He told my mother that she better prepare herself for the inevitable fact that he will now have to fend off “the ladies” because his photo is online. Then he broke into the ‘T’ dance…think the Bill Cosby with much less rhythm. Those of you who have seem him do it can launch into a nice visual right now and have a good laugh. Those you who haven’t can base your visual on the fact that my dance face comes directly from dear old dad.

He was also excited that he now had a forum to argue with people in. The only hindrance is the typing thing. So I get to be typing bitch as he dictates to me what he wants to say.

Gail B’s reaction was much different. She is afraid that now anything she says or does can potentially become fodder for my blog. And she is correct. So watch it woman!