Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Cheers, Cavanaugh Blogfest


If the blogosphere was one gianormous high school, Alex J. Cavanaugh would be the cool senior that everyone knows - the one who never needs an introduction or a last name for that matter. It doesn't matter what circle you run in, the second someone mentions "Alex" or the "Ninja Captain," everyone in the conversation has something to say about him.

A month into starting my blog when I was still pretty clueless and naive about this whole blogging thing, Matt MacNish referenced him in an interview I posted (making me the clueless freshman transfer student and MacNish one of his cool senior friends). After checking his website, noticing he ran with ALL the cool kids, and seeing how many comments he gets every time he posts, his rock star status was undeniably confirmed.

The first time Alex commented on one of my posts, I'm pretty sure I blushed and ran and told my husband who did not appreciate what a big deal that was. Cool senior boy waving to insecure new transfer student/freshman in a crowded hallway = BIG DEAL. After all, my existence as a blogger had just been confirmed. I was pretty damn sure that once Alex J. Cavanaugh visited my site, my dream agent was wouldn't be far behind him contract in hand.....still waiting for that one.....

But then Alex kept stopping by. And he turned out to be this really nice, supportive person who is genuine and funny. I'm pretty sure the cool senior kid usually turns out to be a douchbag. Alex - I'm happy to discover you're not a douchbag. Instead, you're a truly wonderful person I've enjoyed getting to know this past year. While you've remained a mystery in many ways by never posting a picture of yourself, I'm pretty sure I've got you pegged.

What does Alex look like? 
Easy. He's a dead ringer for my uncle Greg. Since none of you have the pleasure of knowing him, I'll paint a very clear picture and segue into the next question....My uncle Greg is a perfect mix of Jeff Goldblum and Tom Skerrit.

Who would play Alex in a documentary?
Tom Skerrit. He's just a bit more suave than Goldblum. HOWEVER, for the scenes where Alex is playing the guitar, we might have to have Golblum stand in - like a body double, if you will. I don't think Tom Skerrit can pull off playing the guitar as well.

Who does Alex remind you of?
Gotta stick with my intro for this one.....the cool kid in high school who ironically doesn't turn out to be a douchbag once you get to know him.

To Mrs. Cavanaugh:
I think you're absolutely lovely. I love when Alex writes about you. I love that he enjoys spending time with you. I love how in love with you Alex obviously is. If possible, I think you, Mrs. Cavanaugh, might be on a taller pedestal than Alex because of your willingness to share him with us all.

Dammit! I've run out of time for the BEST part of this blogfest....the flash fiction paragraph. Good thing I feel very confident that I have nailed what Alex looks like. I did, didn't I? I look forward to reading everyone else's flash fiction pieces.

Cheers.

21 comments:

  1. Great post! Love your note to Mrs. C :)

    Allison (Geek Banter)

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  2. I like your choices for who he looks like. I could see it!

    And your note to Mrs. Cavanaugh is too sweet. Well said!

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  3. Oh wow, Kimberly - I am speechless!! Well, almost. Heck, if this were really high school, I'd be the band geek who played D&D all the time. (Still wouldn't be a douche bag though.)
    Goldblum might have to step in for the guitar scenes.
    I'm just honored I got to meet you - thanks SO much!!!

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  4. Oh, Kimberly, great choices for actors. They're so distinguished.

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  5. Aaaaaahhh!!!! I totally have a crush on Jeff Goldblum! LOL. I'm a fan.

    Loved your post. Nailed it.

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  6. Wonderful tribute to a wonderful fellow! Alex gets around quite a bit, but to me, that makes his comments and even BIGGER deal! (Oh, and if you find a way to steal things legally, please let me know. lol)

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  7. Good comparison. The cool kid who isn't a snob.

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  8. Yes, Kimberly - Alex IS the cool kid in our blogging high school.

    I used to be a transferring freshman and when I first met him, he stopped by my blog ONCE, I think I might've freaked out in my head - thinking, "Yeah, I've heard of Alex before, but how come he is so darn POPULAR?" Then he kept visiting my blog while I controlled my cool and then, he soon began SUPPORTING ME and THE WHOLE NINE YARDS.

    Now I act like I know Alex, but I know for sure he is MY GENUINE FRIEND. He isn't a douchbag, he's a friend of ALL. I love Alex!

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  9. Aaaawww...this was SO awesome. One of the most heartfelt posts I've read. And I love the idea of Alex as the cool senior. That's so true!! I think he was one of my first followers, like the week I started my blog. I was so new to the blogging world that I had no idea who he was, other than some person that was nice enough to click the follow button. haha.

    And, like you said, he kept coming back. AND he's awesome. But then, you know that. That's why we're all here, right? :)

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  10. Your post made me say, Awwww. Thanks for sharing. Alex does remind me of Tom Skerrit, always the good guy.

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  11. he's definitely cool! nice post and a great tribute!

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  12. Great tribute! I felt the same way when Alex first commented on my blog and my husband had a similar reaction (I think he got a bit jealous at first, but now understands the connection I have with Alex and is okay with it) lol!

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  13. Love your post. Totally made me laugh.

    It seems like another good thing about Alex is his humbleness. Popularity can make your head swell, but he seems to modest yet.

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  14. Awesome entry. I think you're right about Mrs. Cavanaugh. :-)

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  15. What an awesome post! And I think Skerrit and Goldblum were in a movie together, weren't they? Was it Contact?

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  16. YES. Kimberly, we're so on the same wavelength b/c I just commented on another "Cheers Cavanaugh" post yesterday, saying how Alex is like that cool kid at school who high-fives everyone in the hall, even if they're not cool. He's almost always the first person to comment on my blog posts, and it makes me feel juuust a little bit cooler :)

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  17. What a fantastic description of Alex. Absolutely love it.

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  18. Alex is definitely the cool kid through and through.

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  19. Kimberly, please check back tomorrow - you are definitely in the final running with this post. Thank you SO much!

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  20. Wonderful post! I love your comparisons. :)

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  21. I loved your heartfelt tribute to Mrs. Cavanaugh... the best!
    She's definitely an extra-special lady...

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