Why do web log authors feel compelled to refer to their spouse by some cutesy derivative of the blog name? Does anyone really think that Glenn Reynolds actually calls Mrs. Reynolds "Instawife" to her face? Why did he start that trend? From here on in, I promise to refer to Ann as "Ann." I toyed with referring to her as the Red Shmoogly Boogly Cupcake, but I think "Ann" will do. Call me boring. Or Phil.
Pink Gal?
Posted by: KipEsquire | April 18, 2006 at 01:09 PM
It's a form of brand recognition. It's also easier then having to say, "my wife, Helen" everytime.
Posted by: Chris | April 18, 2006 at 02:45 PM
The Instawife's riposte to you:
Personally, I think it's rather clever.
Posted by: dave | April 18, 2006 at 10:25 PM
I have yet to mention my lovely bride and mother of my children (no, she's not looking over my shoulder right now) in my blog, but I'd probably canonise her as St. Jodybob of Putting Up With St. Jimbob. Or, to swipe David Feherty's wonderful spousal title, She Who Must Be Obeyed.
Posted by: St. Jimbob of the Apokalypse | April 20, 2006 at 05:27 PM