End of the trail for See-Dubya

By see-dubya  •  September 2, 2008 06:41 AM

Some of you commenters have noticed that I’ve begun adding a disclosure statement to the bottom of my posts, noting that the opinions were solely my own, and that the posts were written on my own time, and my own computer. There’s a reason for that, and it involves good news and bad news.

The good news is that I have a new day job–a great one that involves working with some of the issues and, occasionally, some of the personalities discussed on this blog.

The bad news…is that I have a new day job–a great one that involves working with some of the issues and, occasionally, some of the personalities discussed on this blog.

While they haven’t exactly come out and told me “no blogging”, I’m getting a strong sense that they wouldn’t exactly approve. Maybe it would be okay if I had a little out-of-the-way blog that got five hits a day and I posted about nothing but bunion therapy and rutabaga recipes, but not a regular spot on one of the biggest political blogs in the country. I could possibly keep after it and not get found out, but it’s started to feel a little sneaky, and I don’t like feeling sneaky.

There are issues on this side of things, too: without disclosing more about what I do to the readership here, I wouldn’t feel right about blogging about issues I have an interest in. And not wanting to disclose more, it’s limiting what I can write about.

It’s a good time for me to bow out–the Palin pick lets me leave on a good note full of tangy condiments. I feel like the party is rallying back in the right direction and that conservatism is finding its voice again, and the Left is beclowning itself with its unhinged Palin-hatred, declaring her daughter “fair game“. I don’t know whether the GOP will pull this off but it looks like there’s now a fighting chance…and some key Congressional races that might break our way as well.

And we’re winning the war, at least in Iraq. How about that?

So, as great a privilege as this has been, and as addictingly enjoyable as it is, I’ll stop the blogging–mostly, that is; I may log in to hold forth about those rutabagas once in a blue moon, and I may get together a couple of thoughts on the blogosphere for later this week–but for the foreseeable future, I’m done.

Of course, I won’t stop reading blogs. And I’ll still be commenting on them. I’m still depending on this odd little group of odd people I’ve never met to ride herd on the media, analyze the good stuff that comes up, and keep me laughing. So don’t let me down.

There are a lot of online personalities to whom I owe great thanks for the good work they’re doing, but in particular I want to mention Ace of Spades, who planted the blogging bug with me back four years ago; Rusty and the Jawa Report crew, Patterico, and the much-missed Bryan Preston, and Allah (and Ed), each of whom have graciously given me the keys to their blogs for a while.

Big thanks to all of you who have read and commented on my posts. It made me want to offer my best for you.

Most of all I’d like to thank Michelle for the opportunity to guest blog here and for all her encouragement and support. I was drawn to this site from the beginning–back before it got so big–because of Michelle’s unique take on the world. She’s a national treasure, and one of the greatest benefits of blogging here has been getting to know her and her family.

All right, that’s enough, we’re burning daylight. Y’all have a good one.

___________________

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  1. #433090
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 9:27 am, labwrs said:

    Everything changes and evolves but sometimes I just dont like it. This is one of those times. All the best see-dubya! I have enjoyed your blogging enormously! You will be missed!

  2. #433098
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 9:30 am, High Desert Wanderer said:

    Good luck in all that you do.

  3. #433103
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 9:32 am, nativeaz08 said:

    Good luck and God Bless, See-Dubya. Haven’t been a commentor for long on this blog but have been a faithful visitor for years. We’ll miss you!

  4. #433125
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 9:45 am, englishqueen01 said:

    Good luck and God bless.

    I know how it feels. My co-workers read my blog and while no where near as popular, they are shocked – SHOCKED! – that I’m an eeeeevilll conservative.

    Keep fighting the good fight. You’ll be missed.

  5. #433130
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 9:48 am, josetheguerilla said:

    Good luck and Vaya con dios.

    /s/

    jose

  6. #433136
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 9:55 am, RabbidSquirrel said:

    Bravo Zulu – Give’em hell

  7. #433137
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 9:57 am, BobonStatenIsland said:

    Well….Good Luck! Your new employers are very lucky to have you! Go make a fortune.

  8. #433139
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 9:59 am, shooter said:

    CW- It must have been a tough decision but you must be a good man to have such a decision to make.
    You have brought much to Michelle’s enterprises and your thoughts and words will be missed here.

    All the best to you and yours.
    Shooter

  9. #433141
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:00 am, Wayfaring Stranger said:

    We’ll miss you See-Dubya. As others have said;

    Vaya con Dios.
    Shalom – Be well.
    Blessings and peace to you and yours.

  10. #433142
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:01 am, ArizonaNeanderthal said:

    Best of luck see-dubya and when you have the chance keep us informed about those rutabaga recipes.

    Todo el mejor.

  11. #433143
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:01 am, MTNEER said:

    I’m really gonna miss your posts. Best of luck in your new endeavor!

  12. #433144
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:01 am, happy2behere said:

    As the lone vegetarian (conservative) on this blog, I kinda like the rutabagas…
    God Bless You in your new endeavor.

  13. #433147
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:03 am, On-my-soap-box said:

    :Best Andy Rooney voice on

    Ever notice how a good job messes up everything?

    :o ff

    I will never forget you. Every time someone tells me a story about busting a knuckle, I am going to think about you and LMAO!

    Good luck!

    Soap

  14. #433149
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:04 am, Ocracoke said:

    While I mostly lurk, here’s one more voice saying your contributions will be greatly missed.

  15. #433151
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:05 am, pangaeatech said:

    Enjoyed your insights see-dubya.

    Good luck in your new endeavour.

  16. #433155
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:08 am, drivingjack said:

    Look forward to seeing your name here once in a while. Good fortune with the new job!

  17. #433158
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:10 am, pueblo1032 said:

    Good luck see-dub… Nothing but the best in all you endeavor to excel in… Thanks for being with us for a little while…

  18. #433161
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:11 am, Right_Wired said:

    Best of luck to you sir, See-Dubya.

  19. #433166
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:17 am, fluffy said:

    I’ll miss you, see-dubya. I’ll be watching the interwebs for your return.

    Best of luck with the new gig!

  20. #433171
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:21 am, Fuller said:

    A man’s gotta do what man’s gotta do. Will miss your great informative posts. Take care and the best to you and yours.

  21. #433174
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:23 am, JT said:

    Will miss the humor, and the right on insights see-dub. Good luck in the future. Hope to see ya around.

  22. #433175
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:24 am, Speakup said:

    You’ll be missed.
    The very best of luck See-Dubya, hope to see you back here.

  23. #433184
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:33 am, prendad said:

    Happy trails to you, until we meet again.
    Happy trails to you, keep smilin’ until then.
    Who cares about the clouds when we’re together?
    Just leave a post and bring the sunny weather.
    Happy trails to you, ’till we meet again.
    Regrets to Dale Evans. So long for now See-Dubya!

  24. #433188
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:37 am, ITookTheRedPill said:

    See-Dubya,
    God Bless You in your new endeavors. Thank you for all you’ve done.

    She’s a national treasure

    Indeed.

    I had a lefty leave a comment on my blog asking:

    And why do you all (conservative bloggers) think Michelle Malkin has anything worthwhile to say?

    My response?

    Because she does.

    Michelle is indeed a national treasure, and I admire the courage she displayed when mobbed by unhinged lunatics in Denver.

    Godspeed, See-Dubya, Fare-thee-well.

  25. #433196
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:39 am, Elizabetty said:

    See-ya Dub!

    May the wind be at your back.

  26. #433200
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:40 am, HMPinoy said:

    You gave some good reading. We all hope to see you back here someday.

    Good luck.

  27. #433202
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:41 am, Obis_Sister said:

    Happy Trails, See-Dubya! You’ll be missed!

  28. #433225
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:51 am, Christian Soldier said:

    Farvel-see-dubya

    A little Danish there!

    Thank you….
    CS

  29. #433239
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:56 am, steveegg said:

    What the…? Say it ain’t so, see-dub.

    Fair winds, following sees, and we’ll be around when you get your blogging groove back.

  30. #433243
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:56 am, steveegg said:

    “Seas” even.

  31. #433252
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:59 am, Defector01 said:

    Best of luck to ya on your trail

  32. #433263
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 11:04 am, CO2 Producer said:

    I probably won’t be commenting much anymore, but I wanted to wish you well, See-Dubya. I didn’t comment on a lot of your posts, but it was mainly because anything I would have written would have sounded like amateur hour, comparatively. I’d still be in the dark on a lot of things if not for your posts. Take it easy, man.

  33. #433268
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 11:06 am, WisCon said:

    Thanks, and good luck!

  34. #433273
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 11:08 am, Surveyor said:

    I know you will keep fighting the good fight See-Dubya.

    I hope nothing but the best for you and yours in the future.

  35. #433275
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 11:09 am, uhangtight said:

    good luck in all of your endeavors! will miss your perspective, written on your time and on your own computer!

  36. #433322
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 11:30 am, Wildcatter1980 said:

    (I hope I have this right.)

    Fair winds and following seas, See-Dubya.

    Best wishes with your new job.

    We’ll miss ya, here.

  37. #433365
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 11:48 am, LDG said:

    @See-Dubya

    Thank you, friend.

    Good luck and good hunting.

  38. #433367
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 11:49 am, swmbo said:

    No No No No No No No

    Say it ain’t so see-dub, Please say it ain’t so. We Need You. You are another voice of sanity in an insane world.

    You’ve helped teach me how to fight them. And I thank you for that !! Stay in touch please.

  39. #433375
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 11:54 am, Photios said:

    While I have not been a big commenter on this blog, I have always enjoyed reading you. Good luck in your new endeavor.

  40. #433399
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 12:04 pm, BadIdeaGuy said:

    See-Dub, good luck with the new job. Garnering what I can from your description, it sounds like you’re doing the right thing.

    I enjoyed your posts, thanks!

  41. #433408
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 12:09 pm, MDH3 said:

    Congratulations and best of luck, see-dubya.

  42. #433460
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 12:29 pm, atheling said:

    Good luck, see-dubya, and I look forward to reading your comments here.

  43. #433508
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 12:46 pm, letget said:

    S/D,
    I will miss your input here at MM. All the best to you and your family.
    L

  44. #433512
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 12:47 pm, SteveP said:

    [delurk]

    Hey see-dub, sorry to see you go. Have always enjoyed your posts along with some friends of mine that read regularly but don’t comment either. Good luck on the new job though – sounds interesting – and hope to see you around!

    [/delurk]

  45. #433518
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 12:48 pm, Tacitus said:

    :*(

    Well have a good one bro, we’ll miss ya

  46. #433561
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 1:06 pm, scrubjay said:

    it is all so mysterious, like Dick Cheney — going to an “undisclosed location”.

  47. #433593
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 1:24 pm, John Ansell said:

    Good Luck to you See-Dubya, I’m sure you’lll make Mama See Dubya very proud! :grin:

  48. #433610
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 1:29 pm, NotaSlickFan said:

    Later on partner! Your wit and interesting posts will be missed. As Chevy Chase used to sign-off on SNL: “Goodnight and have pleasant tommorrow”. C-ya see-dubya!

  49. #433631
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 1:35 pm, baldilocks said:

    Take care, See-Dub. But good to know that you’re going out for a good reason.

  50. #433645
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 1:40 pm, Maura said:

    Awww….see-dub, I’m going to miss your very excellent writing! It has been helpful to know your take on issues, and I always looked for your posts. (Long time reader, but newly registered commenter, here….)

    Best wishes, though, to you and your family in your new endeavour. Godspeed!

  51. #433652
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 1:42 pm, Little Ma said:

    Aw, heck fire, see-dubya! I sure do hate to see you go!

    Best of luck in your new job. I hope it’s something earth-shattering and adventurous. If I hear there’s been a shakeup in the CIA, I’m gonna imagine our see-dubya’s in there cleaning house!

    God’s blessings to you and your family.

  52. #433666
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 1:47 pm, Laree said:

    All The Best See Dubya, you will be missed.

    Vaya Con Dios

  53. #433701
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 1:58 pm, redpeach said:

    bummer times ten. good luck.

  54. #433707
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 2:02 pm, sunshinerbray said:

    I’ll miss you.

    You have a perspective and a writing style that is uniquely your own.

    Best of luck!

  55. #433708
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 2:02 pm, AlohaGuy said:

    Liar! Your wife caught you looking at Katie Couric in the pike position and took away your monitor….

    All the best. :)

  56. #433759
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 2:21 pm, patlynnfor said:

    What a shame! But, sounds like you might be able to do some good for “the cause” where you’ve landed, so go forth — fight the good fight! Hope you are able to come back some time.

  57. #433802
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 2:30 pm, thebronze said:

    Best of luck!

  58. #433844
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 2:40 pm, denver republican said:

    Bummer. But our loss is someone’s gain. Best of luck.

  59. #433869
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 2:47 pm, PHenry said:

    Thanks, I’ve enjoyed reading you. Best of luck.

  60. #433898
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 2:57 pm, b4lucy said:

    Dayum…I just got here and you’re leaving us….Well, best of luck….and do check back with us once in a while

  61. #433966
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 3:25 pm, steveegg said:

    On September 2nd, 2008 at 11:30 am, Wildcatter1980 said:

    (I hope I have this right.)

    Fair winds and following seas, See-Dubya.

    You did better than I did.

  62. #434013
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 3:46 pm, Mulligan said:

    You’ll be missed, See-Dubya. God bless you, and best of luck in your new job!

  63. #434084
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 4:13 pm, Hangfire said:

    Aloha!

    This transplanted Okie in the People’s Republic of Hawaii will miss your wit and common sense. It was a nice ride while it lasted.

    Ding-ding. Ding-ding. “See-Dubya, departing.”

    DoooWEEEEEEEEEEEEdooWEEE

  64. #434191
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 4:58 pm, American Elephant said:

    Best of luck See Dubya! Your posts will be miseed! Thanks for all your great work!

  65. #434196
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 5:02 pm, Mooseman said:

    See Dubya,

    Good luck in your new endeavor!

    Fair Winds and Following Seas, Sir.

    ::::hand salute::::::

    Mooseman

  66. #434206
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 5:07 pm, travlinman said:

    Awwwww dang it, See-Dubya. This is the change we do not want (or want to believe is happening). God speed on the new endeavor. Hope to see you pop in now and again to provide a tidbit of wisdom.

  67. #434429
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 7:23 pm, Radiopatriot said:

    Hey See-Dubya,

    Your voice will be missed. Good luck in your new endeavor!

    Andrea Shea King
    The Radio Patriot

  68. #434489
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 7:58 pm, starlightwoman said:

    Wish you the best of luck! I’ll keep commenting hope to see you here.

  69. #434503
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 8:01 pm, mikeg said:

    God’s speed you will be missed

  70. #434663
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 9:12 pm, DannoJyd said:

    Rats!

    Be well. ;o)

  71. #434700
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 9:26 pm, Wellsy said:

    That really is a shame. Good luck, See-Dubya, and God-speed. Thanks for all your hard work and all your contributions, and I hope we hear from you again soon.

  72. #434757
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 9:47 pm, tyrion said:

    Good-bye, CW. Thanks for blogging for us. Good Luck!

  73. #434997
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:36 pm, srhoades said:

    Good luck See-Dubya. You’ll be missed.

  74. #435059
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 10:52 pm, Republicanvet said:

    {Post by See-Dubya.}

    WHAT? NO DISCLAIMER? What kind of post is this?

    Seriously see-dubya, I always enjoyed your posts, but was very worried you were in the woodshed from the boss. Good to see it wasn’t that sort of issue.

    Hope to see your comments here soon.

    Good luck in your current venture.

  75. #435101
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 11:06 pm, see-dubya said:

    Wow! Thanks all–I’m going to come back and read this thread when the going gets tough!

    I’m missing the blogging already.

  76. #435113
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 11:13 pm, teachem2 said:

    Good luck see-dubya! I’ve always enjoyed reading your posts and I’ll miss your insights.

  77. #435120
    On September 2nd, 2008 at 11:17 pm, Brent said:

    Sad to see you go, see-dubya. Thanks for some great reading and I hope the future treats you well. :)

  78. #435315
    On September 3rd, 2008 at 1:29 am, Jipc said:

    Gosh, See-Dubya, you were one of the main reasons I started reading this blog (this is not to infer in any way that Michelle is lacking – SHE IS THE BEST). You WILL be greatly missed for your intelligent and witty perspective on the political world! Can’t wait to see your comments in the future.

    Best of luck with your “Great New Day Job” and all future endevours!!!

  79. #435877
    On September 3rd, 2008 at 10:53 am, smfoushee said:

    Your posts here are one of my daily highlights. Good luck in you new job See-Dubya, and God bless.

  80. #437835
    On September 3rd, 2008 at 10:47 pm, Vntnrse said:

    See-Dub….we’ve never met, but considering how much of your blogs that I’ve had the pleasure of reading, I consider you a good friend! Good friends never say good-bye…they say, See you Later! I hope we see you soon my friend! May God bless you richly!

  81. #472820
    On September 27th, 2008 at 3:04 am, USpace said:

    Good luck See-Dubya, you did a great job. The Nose on Your Face directed me over here.
    .
    absurd thought -
    God of the Universe says
    you have NO rights

    to pursue your happiness
    or to run your own life
    .

  82. #536704
    On November 7th, 2008 at 5:54 pm, Durangodarlin said:

    Thank you see-dubya. Happy trails.

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