Once upon a time-sensitive advertisement

I write for a living.

That's pretty darn cool, in my book. It's marketing writing, so it's not always exciting, but it is always a challenge. And the idea that I'm influencing people's opinions is pretty cool.

Not to toot my own horn, I'm more talented than I let on. And I'm beginning to feel the constraint of writing for other purposes than my own. I don't mind, but is there something I can contribute outside of this blog, a few ads a week, some datasheets and sell sheets?

If I'm going to write for me, what shall I write about? Is there a story that hasn't been told yet?

Got faith? Sox darned.

First it was this:

http://adweek.blogs.com/adfreak/2008/08/manny-ramirez-w.html

Why is ESPN taking such an active role in supporting the Dodgers? Or, rather, criticizing the Red Sox? Of course, I responded to the blog entry with my suggestion for a response. Perhaps it's a giant sign that sits in out on the bay.

But then I read this:

http://www.sportingnews.com/yourturn/viewtopic.php?t=441649

And my faith in logical analysis was restored. So, the lineup isn't as feared (though Bay is no slouch...I like to think of him a wild card, in the sense that he fills whatever hole in our hand is needed).