500th posting: Origin of the "Blogland"

500 postings - Hooray for me!


For the 500th posting, I'll share a little bit of Blogland trivia about the origin of the "Blogland" title.

In case any of you haven't guessed it already, the name of the Blogland of Earl Capps was inspired, in part, by the classic Jimi Hendrix album entitled "Electric Ladyland".

I had been listening to that album when I was trying to think of a name, and it just seemed to make sense. Later on, I found out that the word "blogland" is a lesser-used word for "blogosphere". So much for originality.

No, I wasn't thinking my blog would be a cool place with psychadelic guitar music and lots of ladies hanging on my every word. How can I run any sort of harem when I can't even get my teenage daughter to take out the trash?

Thanks to all of you for staying tuned and sharing your thoughts - via comments, emails, phone calls or in-person encounters. Even the "f*** you" stuff - it's flattering that my big mouth can inspire people and yes, sometimes aggravate the hell out of them.

... and yes, for those of you who are wondering, I will be doing an review of this classic rock album. Look for it soon - I promise.

What is relief? A normal day Everywhere. Have fun and make it a great day out there. As always, many many thanks for tuning in.

5 Response to "500th posting: Origin of the "Blogland""

  1. Mike Reino 22/7/07 14:43
    I thought it was for Blo-Gland.. Right on your heels in posts, my friend!!
  2. Earl Capps 22/7/07 21:49
    yeah, mike, but you rock.
  3. tammy 22/7/07 23:46
    Happy 500th!

    :-) t
  4. plover wisconsin moye 24/7/07 01:03
    That is a lot for sure
  5. JET 25/7/07 10:24
    Congrats Earl. I had a weird moment (like turning 30) when I posted my 1,000 post and had to check my barometer of geekness. Keep them coming.

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