Friday, August 28, 2009

Blog Interview: I Shoulda Been a Stripper

After visiting Chrissy’s blog and reading several of her posts, I instantly became one of her loyal readers. Not only was I drawn in by her natural style of writing, but I also found her sense of humor dry, intelligent, and sarcastically brilliant. Whether she’s sharing humor or something that’s very dear to her heart, my attention is fully on following her every word. I especially look forward to when Chrissy shares stories involving her precious canine daughter, Bernie. OMG…can I just tell ya how much I LOVE this dog? She’s freakin’ adorable!

So, lets find out more about the lady behind the blog, I Shoulda Been a Stripper….

Welcome Chrissy……

What first attracted you to blogging?

I’ve always had this closet dream to be able to say “I’m a writer” and I decided that 2009 would be my year to do something, anything to hone my skills. Blogging seemed like the right fit to get started.

How did you come up with the title of your blog?

I was raised in a rather abusive home and I always joke with my friends that most people raised in an environment like that are either, strippers, hookers or drug addicts.

I thought being a stripper would have been the most fun. And for some reason, I do feel the most confident naked.

How long have you been blogging?

Since January 4, 2009.

What has most surprised you about blogging?

First, that this whole blogging “world” even exists. It’s far more vast than I ever imagined and yet, I’ve made some wonderful connections with people who have become friends.

Second, that people are actually reading me! I’ve always thought I was funny but I talk to my dog so, who’s to say? I think Ron was the first one to leave a comment!

What types of readers has your blog attracted?

There are two types:

1) The “quick clicks”: They think they’re going to see a little booty because of my title.

2) The “Seinfeldesque” reader: They find humor in daily life; they’re intelligent but still laugh at stories about farts. They’re a little self-deprecating and they understand the subtle tongue in cheek references in my blog.

What attracts you to read someone else’s blog?

I have my core group of humor bloggers that I love to read daily. I want to be able to relate to the stories so I’m attracted to people who draw humor out of the daily minutia of life and yet, aren’t afraid to get a little deeper and serious sometimes, too.

There are also a few blogs I follow in photography, interior design and dogs. There’s nothing funnier than talking dogs. Oh, except talking monkeys.

Where do you find the inspiration for your posts?

All I have to do is open my eyes in the morning because there’s inspiration all around me. Lest you think I was locked in a cage during my childhood (that only happened on Sundays if I was late for church), my parents are two of the funniest people I know. My mother is very loud and boisterous and my father is the quiet, dry humored one. We learned to find humor in everything. I keep a notebook with me everywhere I go to jot down daily funnies.

What is the most challenging aspect of blogging for you?

I’m trying to become more disciplined to post at the same time during the day but sometimes I don’t have time in the morning or I’ll post right before I go to bed. I also try to respond to all my comments in a timely manner because I really appreciate that people have taken the time to visit and leave their thoughts.

What is one thing about life that you don't understand?

Why anyone watches the Tyra show. Really, people, Tyra?

Do you believe in a higher power? And if you do, how do you see this power?

I do believe in a Higher Power. I was raised as a Christian in an Eastern Orthodox church but at this point in my life, I don’t belong to any organized religion. I think mainly because my beliefs cross over too many ideologies.

Yes, I have a relationship with this Higher Power that gives me strength and imbues me with an overwhelming feeling of love and acceptance but I can’t really define what or who it is exactly.

What one person has affected your life in the most profound way. And how?

I’ve never been able to answer this question because I can’t narrow it down to one. I would have to say my sister and my closest girlfriends. They’ve always been the shelter through all of the storms in my life and I’m so grateful to have them.

Please describe Bernie in one word.

Love!

I love you Bernie!

Note: Chrissy will also be responding to comments on this post, so please feel free to talk with her. Thank you.

*the photos of both Chrissy and Bernie were created at Photofunia