Today, yes, I am going to be purposely vague.
I’m going to be one of those people who tease you with, “I’ve got news! But I’m not going to tell you what it is!”
I will tell you what it is.
Just not yet.
I can tell you this.
I have three exciting things to tell you.
The first one is sort of huge.
No, I’m not pregnant.
Though it feels like I’m birthing. It’s THAT huge!
Which makes me very, very nervous.
I’ve been working on this thing, this big thing I am dying, DYING, to tell you about, for a while now.
I want to be able to share it with you by early November.
Okay, more like mid-November. I hope. I really, really hope I’ll be ready to tell you then.
Second piece of news – it’s also pretty awesome.
I’ve lost you, haven’t I?
Here, a photo of my boys to distract you for a minute. They’re around the same age here – aren’t they cute?
Okay. Back to my meandering.
You’re pounding your forehead on the keyboard shouting, “Just tell us what it is, for Pete’s sake, woman!”
But I can’t. I’m BURSTING to tell you, which is why I’m writing this, but I can’t, until it happens.
Let’s just say I’ll be involved with a fairly awesome website. Let’s leave it at that for now, okay?
Third piece of news is going to involve cookies.
You’re not surprised, are you?
All this means, I may be asking you to go somewhere else to support me, check me out, that sort of thing. I know it’s a real pain to click here, click there, read yet another thing. I do know that.
But this time? These three big things? I really need your support.
I’ve never called for favors here. But these three big things are so big and so important to me, I’m writing a pre-begging begging post.
Stay tuned, November is going to be a huge month. It’s also going to kick my ass, but at least, it’d be worthwhile.
Thank you for bearing with me.
Admit it, you’re just really thinking about the cookie thing now, aren’t you? Also, what are YOU up to?
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Nasty. I think you deserve a time out. Go eat some cookies and think about what you did.
Sigh. Okay. I’ll click. But only if you PROMISE to tell us … when you can.
Laura recently wrote…Fluffy Family
Happy to eat cookies any time
Thank you in advance for your support Laura. I will tell. I want to. When I’m ready.
Hah! Talk about suspense, woman! Whatever it is I am stoked for you and can’t wait to read the big reveal (preferably while eating those said cookies!)
Maureen recently wrote…Facing His Fears
I always have cookies nearby.
You’re such a tease!!! Argh!!
Rach (DonutsMama) recently wrote…The Student Has Become the Teacher
Soon, soon!!!
I’m over here guessing. And how exciting. Cannot WAIT to know if I am right!
Elaine A. recently wrote…Fair Fun
I’m curious as to what your guess is!
I can live without cookies. They go STRAIGHT to my thighs, girlfriend. But I am ALL about support. You know, a few years ago, I was a super active blogger. And the I just, you know. STOPPED. Life got really hard and I just couldn’t. But I always knew I would have the support of my bloggy friends who had been there with me when I started, who I had that bond with.
This time, starting again, I have not asked for help. I want to do it on my own. But the thing with blogging is that it’s ALWAYS about community. And you can pre-beg. So we are prepared for when the begging really starts. And keep distracting us with pictures of the boys.
Because THAT’S calorie free.
xoxo,
kiran
Masala Chica recently wrote…Ann Coulter – I’m Here for You
I’m always happy to oblige with pictures of my kids. And cookies, if you change your mind.
Yes, support! That’s what it’s about, isn’t it? I really don’t like begging, but in these particular circumstances, it comes a little with the territory. So beg, I shall.
Bitch.
Kidding.
I shall await your big, big news with anticipation. And also, secrets don’t make friends.
Just saying…
Kristin recently wrote…7 Life Lessons Learned at the Pumpkin Patch
They’re only temporary secrets. Promise.
YAAAAAY! So excited to throw support behind whatever it is you are doing (especially involving COOKIES). And yes, the pictures were an excellent distraction, they totally worked. xo
Jessica recently wrote…Pioneer Day, Part #3
Give you a couple of babies and cookies, and I’d have lulled you into oblivion
Fingers crossed that the news is what I think it is. Congrats, and I can’t wait to find out!
Leslie recently wrote…Halloween Costumes for a 3-Year Old
Thank you Leslie! I’m wondering what you think it is! Heh.
Meanie
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Only a little.
You suck!
Your boys are adorable, but you seriously suck.
But, if I have to I’ll wait. But I don’t have to like it.
Tonya recently wrote…Hope
Hah! You’re awesome. And the wait won’t be long, promise.
I feel like I’m reading “There’s a Monster at the End of This Book!”
Congrats! On, whatever it is.
Julie recently wrote…Turtles and cheeseburgers #iPPP
Heh. And thank you!
By all means – call in some favors – that is what we are all here for. And we will grant them with love.
OK – and damn! I want to know what’s up!
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Aw, thank you Ilene!
You’re killing me. I have a tiny hunch what it might be (then again, I could be so far fetched that I’m not even in the same ballpark). Excited to see what’s in store for you!
Courtney Kirkland recently wrote…Take it all in…
Thank you Courtney! I’m curious to know what you think it is
Ok that’s just not nice, but good hype
The boys . . . oh my ADORABLE! I love soft spiky baby hair. It makes me just want to snuggle and rub my cheek up against it!
On another note, well somewhat similar note . . . do you have any good cupcake recipes? I want to have a cupcake ‘bar’ for Baby M’s birthday (in December). I’m looking for 3 different types of cupcakes to make and serve. I tried a Snickers recipe over the weekend. They tasted good, but I couldn’t make them look as pretty as the picture. I did something to screw the icing up. It was super runny.
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Good hype – that’s what I’m hoping for!
I’ll email you with some cupcake recipes!
Yep, that’s what I was thinking
Oh thank you, I’d love that!
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Last time you did this to me, I almost lost my mind.
Let me guess: something big with the SITS girls.
I’ll be it’s the SITS girls.
Going to mull this over, then I’ll come back and forth all night as ideas come to me.
And you know I will.
So I won’t say good bye, I’ll just say Later Gator.
But I’ll bet it’s SITS …
Alexandra recently wrote…Red Flags
You’re sort of right for one of the three things. Don’t lose your mind, hold onto your panties, I’ll be telling you soon what it is!
You’re going to be marvy.
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Aw, thanks Keely. I sure hope so. Especially with Project Cookie since I have such an awesome partner, ahem.
Uggghhh…you big tease! Mid November? The waiting is going to kill me. You better post more pics to distract (that totally worked) or send cookies. Can’t wait to find out and I’ll be supporting you in your new venture.
AnnMarie recently wrote…10 Things to be Grateful For
If I can all earlier than mid November, I most certainly will, I am bursting to tell!
And thank you in advance for your support!
Dear Alison Lee,
Tell me Tell me Tell me Tell me Tell me Tell me
Now now now now now !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hee!! I will, I will. In good time.
Can i live vicariously through you? Tell tell tell!!!
I’ll tell you when I see you next. Promise.
Oh, the suspense! Can’t wait until you can finally share the big news, until then I will just say Congratulations!
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Thank you so much Barbara!
You do know that I won’t be able to sleep until I know exactly what you are up to, don’t you. Good thing I’m used to sleepless nights by now…
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You must be very tired by now
Aaaaah. I want to know now!!!!! I’m so intrigued!
You will know!! I want to know all that’s happening with you too – stuff you’ve been alluding to, sneaky one.
So exciting, even though I have no idea what IT is! And yes, the pictures of your boys did distract me.
Ginny Marie recently wrote…Orange Light Season
It IS exciting, stay tuned!
If your surprise has anything to do with the success of your lovely blog.. it is so much deserve. I wish all the best for you and your blog for this a place I can laugh cry and not feel that I am not crazy. All mommas can use a place like this.
Thanks for the tease this morning on the other side of the globe.
So excited for you and not knowing is fine with me.
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Thank you Alma! Really, thank you.
I love you. With amazing news or without amazing news. And I will always love you for cookies. xo
tracy recently wrote…Playing It Safe..
This is going to think I am replying to Tracy and well, Tracy, you know I love you but in this case the only way I can comment on Alison’s blog is to reply to someone else and I know you won;t mind getting a response. Just in case, hi! much love! xo.
So Alison I cannot wait to hear the news and I am already wondering so many things. Tell us soon please! Congratulations!
Sorry about this commenting fracas – it was a plugin! Hopefully fixed now! And thank you, I’ll be telling all VERY SOON.
I love you too my friend! Thank you for the support, always. xo
That’s IT–I’m boarding an international plane right now to wrangle this news out of you. Inquiring minds want to know!
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It won’t let me comment for some reason either. So I’m replying to someone else. I can’t wait to hear all three pieces of your news!
Also, did someone say COOKIES!!!
molly recently wrote…They really do love each other
Heh. Patience. A virtue. Said someone.
Sounds exciting Alison!!!!
{Melinda} Well, you are just a big tease. I suppose you feel better having put this out in the blogosphere, while the rest of us are now dying with anticipation!! Wait. That was your plan all along, wasn’t it?! Well played, Alison. Well played.
Seriously, so happy for you and I don’t even know why!
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Thank you Melinda. And yes, I’m a tease, hehe.
Did someone say cookies???
Dude, spill it!
Leigh Ann recently wrote…Do you Oxford?
I will! I just need to move some pieces into place and all will be ready to be revealed.
Oooh! This sounds so very interesting! I can’t wait to hear your news…all three of them! Yes even the cookies!
P.S. Your boys are just adorable…at any age!
MamaCassie recently wrote…First Annual Pumpkin Patch and Picnic
Thanks Cassie!
Okay, I’ll admit it, I heard cookies, and now I’m hungry. Can’t wait until November.
KalleyC recently wrote…Four Deadly Words (to moms)
Heh. Cookies FTW!
Where you going lady? Wherever it is, they’re lucky to have you! Looking forward to finding out…
Ooh, Kim, I can’t say just yet! Soon!
Three things for you…
1. I want cookies.
2. I’ll support you where every you go.
3. If I email you cute pictures, will you tell me the secret early?
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1. Go eat a cookie. Now.
2. Thank you SO MUCH.
3. Maybe. Or a picture of baked goods. That works too.
You have definitely piqued my curiousity! Whatever is happening, it sounds very exciting! Can’t wait to hear more about it!
Kim recently wrote…I Wanna Hold Your Hand
It is totally exciting!
You know it would be a lot easier to promise IF WE KNEW WHAT IT WAS!!!!
Seriously though, it certainly sounds exciting and like congratulations are in order!!! Whoo Hoo! Can’t wait to follow you here, there, and everywhere! Whatever the happy news it is, I’m so very happy for you!!
The Dose of Reality recently wrote…Halloween Is All About the Costumes
Thank you for being so awesome!
You’re such a tease. Yes, your boys are cute! Hmmm….website, cookies….You’re going to be a character on Sesame Street. Replacing cookie monster
.
lisacng recently wrote…An evening at home {photos}
Points for creative guess!! But…. no.
I guess guessing won’t make you give away any clus, huh? I guess not. ‘Involved with a fairly awesome website’… I have no clue, but keep the suspense up a little longer.
I guess you noticed I’m using the word guess often?
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Hehe, awesome. You used the word guess but didn’t actually guess.
This is torture, I tell ya! But you know that because we love you so much, we are willing to wait for your BIG news (x3). I’m ready to click when you are!
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Aw, thank you Janice, you’re awesome!
you know im here for u babe! just tell me where to click and dont be vague about it.
I know you will!
darn it i do have cookies on the brain now
vanita recently wrote…Taking a step back
Oh, go eat one. Or two. Heck, several.
Exciting!
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love the post….I thought you would give us more details at the end, LOL… great distraction with the cute boys.
Sounds like an exciting month for you babe, can’t wait.
karen recently wrote…SMILE of a Child
It’s going to be a kick ass month!
Great. Now all I can think about is diving into a box of Oreos. Both my curiosity and my sweet tooth will have to go unsatisfied for now. Booooo.
Amanda recently wrote…Patch.
Eh, Oreos are always good.
With or without cookies, I’m there. Congratulations!!
Thanks so much Melissa!
You big tease!! Now I am waiting with baited breath to hear ALL OF THIS AWESOME news!!!!-Ashley
It’s coming, soon!!
grrr! You frustrating woman!
Lady Jennie recently wrote…The Eeek! Factor
Heh. You still like me, right?
Just tell me, and I’m on it.
Tell me, gosh darn it!
{Please?}
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Hahahaha…thanks for the teaser post. Can’t wait to hear your HUGE news!!! I’ll follow you anywhere, friend. Also? I could go for some cookies right now
Runnermom-jen recently wrote…Today
You’re a sweetie, thank you, Jen. Also? Cookies!!
This sounds exciting! Congrats for the things we will know about soon.
Yum yum can’t wait to see what this cookie is all about!
Natalie recently wrote…1…2…3…Focus!
Oh you’ll know sooner than others
Still waiting!!!
Jamie recently wrote…cuz’ they’re the three best friends
It’s coming, hang on!
Your babies are just adorable!!!
Nikky44 recently wrote…Sometimes i wish….
HA! Love the suspense… can’t wait to hear what’s going on! Have a great weekend Alison!
Jolene recently wrote…Apple Picking!
Thank you Jolene!
wow!!! you got me biting my nails!!!
Congrats and can’t wait to find out!
I have some pretty awesome things happening with my blog right now too! cha ching!!!
Recreate and Decorate recently wrote…Pottery Barn recreation
That’s exciting, Wanda, can’t wait to hear what you’re up to!
Eeep!
Excited for you and totally crushing on your cute sons! They’re same same but oh so different. Love genetics.
Can’t wait to hear your news, sweetie! xxx
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Thank you so much Angie!! I’m excited!
Yes, same but not the same.
Hi there, just found your blog and am really enjoying it! Just wanted to say a quick hi!
Thank you so much Kim!
You’ve got me wondering….
Carolyn recently wrote…Pumpkin and Coconut Soup
Oh Lordy, I’m so confused….
Can you tweet me when the secret is out. I’ll be awake. I hate being out of the loop!
And a 113 comments….? Seriously? I’m totally going to write a post in which I withhold a secret, but the secret will be that I don’t really have a secret, but ya’ll will think I do, and leave 113 comments begging to know said secret. I’m a genius. Well, actually, you’re the genius.
Sandra recently wrote…When sadness sets in…
Well, half the comments are mine!! I’ll let you know soon. Along with everyone else. On Wednesday!
all i saw in this post were cute babies and the word cookies. did you say something else? also? where’s mah damn cookie?
Katie recently wrote…Project 365 {week 43}
Sending you a virtual cookie!!
Already so very proud of, and excited for, you! xo
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Thank you my beautiful friend!