Sooo Money
Tuesday, September 2, 2008 
"Fury, you look so cool!"
"Maybe it'll lure Fiona back?"
(poor kid... the love of his life, Fiona, moved to Chile when he was 4)
You know who else is money?
YOU.
Yes, you. My dear readers. Because of you (and your high threshold for my vote whoring pimping), I won a spot on the Hot Blogger Calendar! Thank you all so so much. There were like 130+ guys on the list. The fact that I made it doesn't speak so much of my actual hotness, but more of how truly down for me you all are. Look at the final twelve. There are some big timers on there. With easily 10x my readership. But thanks to you, I hung in there and pulled it off. So mathematically speaking, you must have recruited your peripherals to help the cause. As is only proper, this is where I thank your co-workers, the poor souls on your email fwd list and, of course, your wonderful grandmas.
Know what else is cool? Fatherhood is getting its due props as a thing of hotness in this first-ever Hot Bloggers Calendar. Fellow Blogher-crashing daddy blogger Backpacking Dad will also be making the trip to NYC for our little calendar shoot.
Now the question is, what should the theme of my picture be? I'm thinking like Atlas, but with the new Lego Death Star, of course...
Reader Comments (44)
Big timers on that list? Dude YOU are the biggest one there. In my mind anyway.
Looking forward to seeing you in that calendar, you will NEVER live it down my friend. YEARS of material for me. YEARS!
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[BusyDad] Your mind rocks! And because of that, I welcome whatever fun and embarrassing things you do with my calendar pic.
Go Busy Dad!
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[BusyDad] Woo hoo! Thank you :)
Wow, congrats... you deserve it dude!
Look forward to seeing the calendar!
Oh and that pic of Fury... totally hysterical! If that doesn't lure Fiona back, nothing will.
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[BusyDad] Thanks Mimi! Now if only someone can get that little girl to read my blog...
Let's see...your blog is titled "Busy Dad" so maybe you should go with something like tech overload.
Or just oversized fireman pants and cool shades. Seems that chicks dig that on cute guys. On me it's just a fat guy in pants that actually fit for once...
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[BusyDad] I don't think I'll ever make any impression with fireman garb after having posted Joey pics on my site, I think I have to go with nerd chic on this one...
Congrats! Can't wait to see the calendar. If you make a trek to Boston when you're in NYC for the shoot, drop us a line. We'd love to meet up with you.
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[BusyDad] Thanks!! And definitely on the Boston thing. If not for the shoot then sometime in the near future. Mom still lives out there, so we go often.
Woohoo! Congratulations, BD!!
I'd say go for a great suit and some Cole Haan leather driving shoes.
;-)
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[BusyDad] Too funny, SoapyB, too funny!
Wha??? The photo shoot is goin' down in NYC?! I.Am.So.There.
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[BusyDad] Yup yup! and hell yeah!
That's awesome Jim! Congrats!!!
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[BusyDad] Thanks Jodi! (and thanks to Fury)
what????
Darth Vader???????????? :)
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[BusyDad] Well he IS the ultimate dad.
I say carting around a red wagon overflowing with tech stuff, kids' stuff, dogs' stuff, and wearing only an apron. LOL!
And ZOMG Fury is toooo cute. He definitely looks the part, after helping you pimp out for hot blogger. Hehehe!
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[BusyDad] I was with you till apron... well maybe a Star Wars apron. That kid is indeed pimptastic. Thanks for your skillful pimpage as well.
Congrats. I think I only got one vote.
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[BusyDad] Thanks! And it's because you had more pride than I did. Shameless vote whoring is the name of the game.
Congratulations! Enjoy New York.
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[BusyDad] Thanks Sadia! I know I will. I can't not.
Congrats! I can't remember what name I posted under when I talked about arcasia, but I actually live in NY now so perhaps I will see you and Backpacking Dad somewhere!
(And Fury--you are so money).
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[BusyDad] Thanks Carol! You used to live around here? It'll be nice to bump into a local! I'll be posting details when I get them.
Omg.... shocking.... wow.
/sarcasm
Kidding! Not really, but kidding! Like there was ever any OTHER choice? You had this one in the bag buddy. IN. THE. BAG. I'll trade you an autograph for a round. Sound good?
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[BusyDad] I like this comment a lot :) Compliments and the promise of booze.
Congrats!
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[BusyDad] Thanks April and thanks for your vote!! Way to support your local candidate :)
aaaw fury is so cute! And congrats, phew! I wouldn't have wanted to hear about it if you didn't get it hahaha. Wait, you're in the calendar? It's not going to be pics of Fury and the dogs? :)
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[d Bro] It might sell better that way. I know what people like...
Congrats!!! Have fun in N.Y.! I'll be going there in november.... any chance you will be there then?
And if there isn't any new castle in there, then you will be punished, because that's just wrong!
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[BusyDad] The shoot is in Sept or Oct. But hell, you live HERE. I'd be happy to bump into you sometime in our own backyard.
Okay...........I so don't know any of the people on the list.........I guess I have a tend to just read "west coast" bloggers. Rock On BD! Peace, Mike.
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[BusyDad] Thank you Mike! Well I'm a Boston guy born and raised. If I HAD to represent, I's still represent the Eastside.
I want nipples.
Nothing less than nipples.
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[BusyDad] Only for you, Xbox.
I feel so grateful for having done my part; really. You are THE best, though in the hotness category you are maybe halfway down. Just saying. :) And I just barely read xbox's comment, and amidst my hysterical laughter, I have to agree. Nipples it is.
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[BusyDad] Ok, fine, nipples for you too Kori (see what Xbox started?). But in my state now, it might send me further than halfway down. Thanks for your vote and your "best" - you rock!
Jim!! That's awesome!! Congratulations and oh so very deserved! I had no doubt that you'd get one of those super coveted spots.
Fury is totally money baby :-)
Love it.
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[BusyDad] Thank you Rachel! Such confidence - can I have some? :)
congrats, yo. :)
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[BusyDad] Thanks Ashley!
*does a happy dance*
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[BusyDad] *joins you*
Yayyyyy my vote counted!!!!!!
Congrats and have a great time in NYC!
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[BusyDad] TOTALLY - it was a close race! And thank you!! I can't wait.
I'm thinking you need to borrow Fury's hat for your month. I expect an autographed copy, just so you know.
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[BusyDad] I should put this disclaimer on my site: BD's noggin pictured on the site may be bigger than it appears. I'd be honored to give you one.
Thanks for stopping by my website!
Congratulations for making the calender! That's awesome!
Fury is not only money, but dinner too! - He'll totally get the girl ;)
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[BusyDad] Thank you Deidre :) Haha dinner - never heard that term, but his grandmas would agree.
Congrats! I can't wait to see the layout.
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[BusyDad] Thanks weaselmomma! Whatever it turns out to be, I'm sure I'll have fun shooting it. Buzzed.
I think the lay out has to involve legos. Sorry I wasn't more help with the campaign. I got distracted by that, er, other campaign...
CONGRATS! Now the calendar will be worth buying or downloading or whatever you do with it. ;-)
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[BusyDad] Yes, that is a MUST. Thanks!! There's another campaign going on? huh? ;)
I think you should dress up like Lego Mr. Lady.
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[BusyDad] Haha I just might!
Yay!!!
Per the theme or what to wear - Just ask Fury! He can be your manager... just don't tell him about taking a cut...
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[BusyDad] That's actually a great idea. And he already takes his cut by demanding Lego assistance time. The hidden family economy in action.
Yay! Congrats BD! (I voted for ya!)
I think anything Star Wars-ish would be great... but what else would you expect from moi?
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[BusyDad] Thanks Maureen! And yes, moi too.
You totally scored! Woo hoo! NICE job!
I'm thinking you should make Newcastle bottles out of Legos and pose with them on your spotty lawn.
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[BusyDad] Thanks Momo! You had to go and crack me up with the crack about my crackly lawn didn't you?
Do us all proud Busy Dad!
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[BusyDad] I will pose. Pose like the wind!
awwwwwwwww I can see it now... Fury growing up and authoring a NY Times Bestseller
"Fedora Finding Fiona"
CONGRATS HOT STUFF... YO MUG IS IN DA MAIL.
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[BusyDad] Thanks for the multi-pimping effort! That's got ABC After School Special written all over it!
Look at you!! Roooooooockstar!
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[BusyDad] Or as close as I'll EVER get :)
that's awesome! Congrats.
I think your theme should be "naughty schoolgirl."
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[BusyDad] Think I can grow my hair enough in one month to do the braids? Because if you're gonna do it, I say do it right!
Way to go BD! Sounds like a super fun time, too!!!
You are one of my favorite hot blogs to read!\
Poor Fury. Maybe their lives will cross paths again on his first South American business trip. Or maybe he will study abroad. Or mayb they will meet on Spring break in Mexico...
KEEP BELIEVING
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[BusyDad] Thanks Angie! ... blush... and that would make Fury very happy. He keeps asking to go to Chile. Cancun is a lot closer. "Sure Fury, we can go to Cancun because I love you and I'm only doing this for you." ;)
Hey. When are you coming out here? Are you bringing d wife or your sister? oh .. Congrats dude!
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[BusyDad] It's an all-day sunday shoot that goes till late, so probably not this time. Early Oct!
Woot Woot! Will they let you bring Fury to the shoot? That would be awesome. (Though I woudn't do "pimp daddy" as the shoot theme, probably.) Can't wait to hear more about how this goes down in NYC!
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[BusyDad] If it were local, I'd totally bring Fury, but trekking with him to NYC and having him there at the studio for an entire day unfortunately makes that an impossibility. Plus, he'll be like "jeez, haven't I done enough for you?"
I'm thinking something with Newcastle in it. Maybe a tattoo? On your chest? Riding a mechanical bull made out of Legos.
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[BusyDad] You have quite the imagination, Tootsie. Lemme check with the Lego folks. This may require Legoland engineers.
Yeah, I used to live on the border between TC and Arcadia, but I moved to NY oh... 2 and a half weeks ago. Don't hesitate to ask if you need any help w/ anything! (although being from Boston, you probably know a good deal more than I do...)
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[BusyDad] Wow, that is exactly where I live!
Love the picture! And YEA for you! How insanely awesome is that? I can't wait to hear what you decide to do. And of course, I'll have to get a calendar now!
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[BusyDad] Thanks Amy! It's going to be fun - I have no idea what I'm doing yet!
God that kid is cool! And so are you! Congrats...but no surprise here ☺
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[BusyDad] Yes, the kid's got it going on, and *aw shucks* did you have to say that?
Congrats!! That is great and Fury is the cutest little blogger :)
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[BusyDad] THANKS!! and yeah, he can't write quickly, which is the only reason I can still outblog the son of a gun.