Before I dive into this, let me first state that I know I’m disappointing many of you, and I’m truly sorry.
The you that emailed me and begged me not to reveal my identity because “PittGirl is a superhero and Pittsburgh needs its superhero.” No pressure there. Should I keep my ears peeled for women and children in peril?
The you that twittered that if I outed myself you would personally feed every pigeon in the universe. I’D LIKE TO SEE YOU TRY!
The you that was convinced I was a hot blond with giant boobs, oh my God, are YOU a sad panda today?
All of you that just didn’t want to know. I’m sorry. You must understand though that while it is fun for you to not know who I am, being anonymous is no longer any fun for me.
Anonymity is a lonely island where I sit with my computer doing what I love to do most in this world, write, except instead of just enjoying the lovely weather and the cool water lapping at my toes while I wait for David Conrad to cut down a coconut for me, I sit nervously, a bundle of agitation, glancing over my shoulder to be sure no one is watching me from behind, being careful to sign my emails with the right initial (JP not V! JP not V!), making sure over and over again that I’m logged into the Jane Pitt facebook account and not my real one, wondering if today is going to be the day someone figures it out and takes away any control I had over the situation.
It’s exhausting and nerve-wracking and after four years, Mike, my devoted butler and good friend, could hear it in my voice. I had enough.
I didn’t want to write with the weight of PittGirl on my shoulders anymore. “PittGirl” used to be a little flirty silhouette alighting on my shoulder to have a chat over muffins and coffee, but each day she got a little heavier and a little heavier until I was finally crushed under the weight of that fat she-cow. I told you muffins were fatty evil-doers!
Realizing I had enough, I had a few choices:
Door #1: I could keep writing as “PittGirl” understanding it is the dumbest-assest name I have ever heard. People, I CRINGE when I hear someone say PittGirl. Choosing door number 1 meant that I risked every day that someone would out me before I was ready.
Door #2: I could kill “PittGirl” (ME LOVE KILLING, GRR!) in a random pigeon attack, start from scratch under my real name, unbeknown to anyone, and work hard to rebuild an audience. Door number 2 can kiss my ass because it is a super sucky door with rusty, creaky hinges.
Door #3: Be proactive. Come out. Reveal myself. Let the shit hit the fan for a few days and then when it all dies down, figure out what comes next.
This is me, opening Door #3 and hoping there’s not a carrot-munching goat standing behind it taking a poop in some straw.
So let’s get this done, okay? I’m going to give you everything you wanted, not because I feel it is important or newsworthy, but because the more I give, the less digging will need to take place into my personal life. Make sense?
1. My name is Virginia Montanez. My friends and family call me Ginny, but you can continue to call me Your Majesty, because I’ve grown accustomed.
2. I am 35 years old and I hate it so so so so so much because God, I’m effin’ old and I have a Debbie Gibson Pandora station.
3. I work as the communications and marketing director at NEED and have done so for six years now. NEED is a 46-year-old college access program and we have interactions with the Mayor, his staff, UPMC, and other people and organizations that I have written about, and not always kindly. Right now, Yarone Zober is glaring at my picture, slamming his fist on his desk and screaming, “Destroy her!”
4. I have been married since I was 26-years-old when I married my husband David on the beaches of Cancun. David is Mexican. David is hot. David owns Las Velas Restaurant opening next month in Market Square. David understands that I have self-united husbands and he’s okay with that. David did not know I had a blog until over a year after I started it and I finally told him.
5. I have two children, a boy who is 6 and a girl who is 2. HOLY SHIT, PITTGIRL IS A MOM! Remember in December of 2006 when I indicated I would be away for two weeks so that Mike could work a bit on the blog template? Baby-birthing time. That sound you hear is of my former stalkers now running for the hills all, “SHE’S A MOOOOOM! Why, God? WHY?!”
6. I wrote extensively about my four sisters and I love them dearly. Would you like to meet them?
This is the oldest, Ta-Ta the Giant-Breasted Grand Poobah. Her name is Stacey and at her request I cropped her boobs out so that you’ll actually make eye-contact with her:
This is Tina Fey, who I so named because of her kickass sense of humor and the fact that she used to wear glasses. Her name is Marcia:
This is Ohio Sister, who always felt gypped in the fake name department. Her name is Terri but we shall call her Princess Aurora so as to make her feel better about her former dumb fake name:
This is Terri’s twin sister Pens Fan, who named her dog Sidney. Her name is Tammy. She will leave her husband if your name is Sidney Crosby. True story.
7. My sisters are all married and we all have two children apiece. We like even numbers. Anyone has one more baby and we’re giving it to Angelina Jolie to raise, assuming she is accepting white babies at the time.
8. This is my Dad. He’s a retired engineer and he’s also a minister. I KNOW! He’s sitting with my Mom. She’s a retired homemaker who loves to drag my dad on cruises and to trips to Punta Cana. She’s very good at spending money. They have been married for 40 years.
10. This is me, thinking about stabbing a pigeon in Market Square:
So, WHAT NOW?!
What happens now is that the name PittGirl is no more. I am her. I will continue to write for Pittsburgh Magazine, writing the same things I always have in the same snarky fashion I always have, except now, under my real name and face. Nothing is changing but what you call me. Not PittGirl, but Your Majesty. You thought I was joking about that? My October column in Pittsburgh Magazine is about the Steelers and I wrote it two months ago and I haven’t changed a single word of it just because my real name is on it now. Check out the magazine’s site for Jonathan Wander’s piece on my reveal.
What happens now is that The Burgh Blog archives stay up here at That’s Church.
What happens now is That’s Church becomes my new outlet for the things I’ve been posting on Facebook since I quit in November. It’s my space to write the stuff I want, when I want without being edited. It’s my newest place to hang my keyboard and rant and write about all things Pittsburgh. I don’t yet know how often that will happen, so you’ll have to be patient with me as I figure that out. That’s Church is not becoming a mommy blog, not that there’s anything wrong with that. I haven’t ever written about my children and I don’t plan to start doing it here.
What happens now is I wait to see what doors close and what doors open. I have prepared myself to lose everything including readership and my job, because while those are valuable things to lose, gaining my freedom from Anonymity is worth so much more to me.
What happens now is if you see me, you come up to me, you say “Hi, Ginny!”, you tell me your name or your twitter name or your blog name so that I’ll know who you are, and you let me thank you for reading my stuff.
What happens now is you and I, we move forward (DING!).
What happens now is I keep writing and see where it takes me. I be unafraid to take risks, unafraid to step out of my comfort zone, and unafraid, if events warrant, to once again call Ben Roethlisberger a stupid, gift-wrapped bitch (gasp!).
And that, my friends, is church.
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Woy Says:
I hope I can get a good reference from you now that I’m unemployed (as a butler).
So good to see you out in the open.
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Sheila Says:
You are awesome my need for snark will now be fulfilled!
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Allison Says:
PittGirl or Ginny, I’m just happy you’re writing again. Thanks for bringing the sass back. (And I definitely prefer Ginny.
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MsTeb Says:
Nice to finally meet you! You certainly haven’t lost a reader here, you ARE Pgh’s superhero!
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Eileen Says:
Nice to meet’chya after all this time, what a great introduction for all us minions! Looking forward to thatschurch, sez this also-daughter-of-a-minister.
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Katie Says:
Your Majesty, I’m just thrilled you’re back!
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Jim Says:
Fucking awesome.
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Angela Loose Says:
Nice to meet you, Ginny!
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Eric Williams Says:
Nice to meet you.
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CarolineFB Says:
Hello Ginny, I’m Caroline. Nice to meet you.
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hello haha narf Says:
howdy, neighbor. nice to meet you, ginny. i’m thrilled that you are back to writing and hope that you don’t lose your job for the humor you see in this great city of ours. all the best to you, pretty lady (you are much prettier than the blonde image that was in my head).
becky
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Anne Says:
This just shocked my life! I opened twitter & saw a face next to a JanePitt post!
I’ve been missing you in my daily reads. Welcome back!
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jet721bf Says:
Nice to finally meet you, the real you, Ginny. Good luck with yoiur new found freedom.
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Angela Says:
Ahh! Nice to finally meet you and your family! It’s awesome to hear from you again and I will look forward to reading more. p.s. I’m glad to see that you’re not Ken Rice
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Trinity Says:
Well hello.
Nice to finally meet you.
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kimly Says:
Nice to meet you. Glad you are blogging again no matter what denomination your church is0:) I always suspected you were a mom because of the soft spot you showed for kids.
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Michelle Says:
Totally awesome! Great to finally meet you!
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BigBen Says:
Who cares.. and that’s church. Don’t be so self important.
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James Bainbridge Says:
Nice to meet you and just in time for football season and What Were They Thinking!
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scottro Says:
Congratulations on shedding your burden. This minion will continue to read. One of these days my writing will be good enough to come out as well.
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StephanieM Says:
Just…. Thank you.
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Bonnie D Says:
Thank you!
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Slidetuba Says:
If you wish.. I will still scare the *&%t out of the pigeons..
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Burgh Baby Says:
It’s very nice to meet you, Your Majesty. Make sure to duck if any of that shit hitting the fan in the next few days flies back in your general direction.
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Jen Says:
woooo! I am so excited for you. LOVE the pigeon knife picture.
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frantasticy Says:
Your Majesty,
I speak for many when I say that we still love you! Now, keep on kicking ass- there is a lot of work to be done.
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Rob Says:
Welcome back!
You’re not old, though. You’re far, far from old. I’m trying to convince myself I’m not old, and since I’m over 50, that makes you a whipper-snapper youngster still wet behind the years.
Excuse me for a second.
Hey, you kids, get off my lawn!
Sorry about that. Anyway, glad to have you back. So much for my guess that Patty Burns faked her demise and was actually PittGirl.
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KarenW Says:
Good to finally meet you, Ginny! Neither your true name or image could lesson my affection for you or diminish my desire to read your innermost thoughts. Real husband, kids, job are all important. I hope all are safe and protected regardless of your anonymous status. Welcome!
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Gina Says:
Ginny – congratulations on taking your situation by the balls and taking charge. I hope many doors open for you because of it.
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tehamy Says:
Nice to meet you Ginny. I thought about you yesterday when I was in Cleveland and saw some women feeding pigeons. I actually said to a coworker “Pittgirl would be disgusted” Now I can say “Ginny would be disgusted”!
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Cari Says:
Glad to see you back! And nice to finally meet you! I, at least, will not stop reading just because you’ve revealed who you are. I loved The Burgh Blog for the snark and the funny. Keep bringing those and I’ll keep reading!
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Barb Says:
Ahhhhh, she’s BACK! Thanks for choosing door #3!
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MiamiShyner Says:
Hi Ginny.
I’ve always wondered if I knew you. Now I know that I don’t but I feel as though I know you know more than ever. It’s really cool to be able to put a face to my hero worship. I, as well as so many others I’m sure, wish you nothing but continued success. We’ll still have your back against the dark side.
Shawneen
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Jenn Says:
I’ll continue the theme here and out myself. Ginny, I’m Jenn. AKA, the violet. I am sooo happy to meet you and read your snark again! Praise Your Majesty!!!!!!
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Jill Says:
My only disappointment about you revealing your true identity is that I don’t know you in real life. I always wished I had a friend a cool as you.
Aww well. No matter which name you use, I just like your writing and I’ll continue to follow what you do.
Best of luck!
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ClumberKim Says:
Thanks Ginny (and to your Butler too). Very nice to meet you.
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Magus Patris Says:
PittGirl is Dead! Long Live the Queen! (But I still think that there’s a 30% chance you are really Ken Rice and this is all a rouse). ;-}
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Wendy Says:
Just out of curiosity … are you goin’ to the office today??!?!?!?!?!
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Jen Says:
Hi Ginny! Nice to meet you.
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Kelly Says:
Nice to meet you, Ginny!
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Don Fry Says:
Wonderful ! Very happy you have returned to us ( insert genuflect) .
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ErinPatricia Says:
*applauds*
Nice to meet you Ginny btw, also, totally prettier than the old avatar
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Emily Drew Says:
Nice to meet you, Ginny! Er, I mean, Your Majesty.
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NMSteve Says:
Things I thought I knew about Your Majesty:
Girl x
Not blond x
Latino 0
Single 0
Super Hero x
Working for the city/county 0Things I never saw coming:
Mom
Working for an awesome, service-minded, best of humanity type of organization.
A real human
A REAL Super Hero!It totally works for me. Thank you, THANK YOU!
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JamieO Says:
Eh. Blondes with big boobs are overrated. Brunettes rock. 35-year-old brunettes rock even harder. Good luck with the shitfan, and I think all will be well. I agree with ErinPatricia.
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USCMike Says:
WOOHOO!! She’s back!!
Regardless of the door you chose and the name you prefer, your fans now feel like our thirst has been quenched after a trip across a barren desert of other blogs!
May Your Majesty now continue on her life’s work of analyzing all of us Burgh’ers (especially the politicians!) and kicking around those lousy, filthy pigeons!!
BTW, I knew someone with such insight had to have a great family behind her and my hunch was right!
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red pen mama Says:
1. Your family is freaking beautiful.
2. You are beautiful.
3. I teared up a little reading this not because you are not PittGirl anymore, but because this is one of the bravest things (not having to do with facing death, of course) that I have ever read. Brava!
I suppose this makes wearing an I am PittGirl t-shirt moot.
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No Princesses Here Says:
Nice to meet you, Your Majesty! I’m so glad you came back, and in a way that you felt comfortable! Squee!
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yinzernation Says:
I feel like Darth Vader just told me he was my father. Welcome back !?!
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Carie Says:
Hi, Ginny-er Your Majesty, I’m Carie, formerly known as Ohio Steelers Girl. Welcome back-we’ve missed you so!
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Uncle Crappy Says:
Oh, good — another 30-something griping about how old she is. Sheesh.
Welcome, Ginny. Mrs. Crappy and I look forward to meeting you soon.
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oldmanneill Says:
Nice to meet you.
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Bob Says:
….Hi
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HokieRider Says:
Hi Ginny. I’m so glad you’re writing again. While your twitter has been keeping me going for these long months, theres nothing like a good “what were they thinking” post to get me through the day. And for the record, I had a bitchin cookie table at my wedding.
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Tinare Says:
Yeah — you’re not Ken Rice! That thought disturbed me on so many levels. Nice to meet you and hope choosing door number 3 proves to be the big winner. I look forward to reading this blog.
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Karen Says:
Your Majesty, I’m just glad that you’re writing again. Enjoy your freedom.
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Julie B. Says:
Yay! I’m so glad you’re back Your Majesty!
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Greg Says:
Son of a .. Good for you! I’m glad your finally able to write as yourself, anonymity must’ve been a real bitch. Have a great day and kill a pigeon for me.
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Lisa Says:
Welcome Back! Love ya under any name! You Rock girl!
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Schuyler Says:
Welcome back – it’s great to have you writing again! It’s nice to know who you are and, like many others, I hope the shit flies far away from you in the next few days!
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PittGirl Fan Says:
Welcome back Your Majesty! Glad you chose Option #3!!!
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Christine Says:
I admire your courage and strength to come forward. It was a very brave thing you just did and I applaud that. You have a beautiful family and it’s so nice to put a face AND a name on the mysterious lady that had made me laugh many times in the past. Here’s to your future, here’s to more laughs.
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Maureen Says:
I’m so happy you’re back! Good luck in the next few days.
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Amanda Says:
Welcome back. It is great to meet you.
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Jennifer Says:
Really happy to meet you, Ginny! I wish you all the best and look forward to seeing this new path devlop.
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Joanna Says:
Thanks for coming back, Ginny. Your writing is so refreshing – Pittsburgh is proud to have someone like you as one of its biggest fans.
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Paz Says:
You’re like Iron Man now.
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Marcy Says:
Welcome back–you were missed! YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY!
(kudos for your bravery and patience, BTW)
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Alisha Says:
Nice to meet you! Wait..do I get a prize for being the 68th person to say this to you?! Its an EVEN number!!
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Moe the Dog Says:
Welcome back, but enough of this mushy stuff. Get to something funny.
Thanks for the fun and sorry about the troubles.
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Mel Says:
YES! I am so excited both for your coming out, and regular blogging.
Best wishes from (gasp) Cleveland. Make all the Browns jokes you wish, for I am a Steelers fan (bigger gasp!).
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spoon Says:
I think I need a moment… *sigh* OK, I’m good.
Just wait, some day all of the pgh bloggers kids will get together in rehab and talk about their parents.
nice to meet ya. Now I know who to give the Zima to instead of Woy. I think he’s sitting on a case
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Shannon Says:
I think I might adore you even more now that I know you are an actual real person…congrats!
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Pensgirl Says:
Sure, the anonymity was fun for some of us but so what? The important thing is that you get to operate on your own terms, and it’s not for us to judge what those terms should be. Whatever lets you write works for me.
Welcome back!
(And I totally hear you about having a stupid screen name because you just weren’t getting better inspiration. Oh well.)
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Emilie Says:
Yipee!! Welcome back to the blogging world Ginny! I’ve certainly missed you. There has been so much going on in this city and everyday I think – What would Pittgirl say? Woo hoo!
Wait – do I have to stop wearing my Minion of Pittgirl shirt now?
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rickh Says:
Welcome back Ginny! Two pigeons just got kicked in your honor.
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Dave Says:
So glad to have you back, under any name.
Let the snark begin….
You’re awesome…
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Sigmund Says:
Like your doors, I have several conflicting responses:
1. Nice hoax. This will fool people for weeks!
2. I know Ginny Montanez and you’re no Ginny Montanez! Or maybe, Dan Quayle is no Jack Kennedy.
3. Yes, Virginia, there is a PittGirl. She will live on in our hearts and minds, whereever there is snarkiness, poor sports decisions, or incompetent hypocrysy in our government (competent hypocrysy was never PG’s strong point).
4. Best of luck in the witness protection program!
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Jordan Says:
THIS IS WEIRD…but delicious at the same time. Welcome back!
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sherry Says:
really really great post. i loved meeting your family!
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paperback writer Says:
Sqeeeeeee!!!
That is all.
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Miss Lee Says:
Welcome back!! My morning coffee just hasn’t been the same without your wit and snarkiness.
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bluzdude Says:
I was walking across the floor at my office this morning and suddenly a pang shot through my gut… “It’s PittGirl Day!”
I raced to my PC, went to the site and now I’m all tingly!
Great to meet you, Ginny, Your Majesty. And welcome back. Thank you for introducing us to you and your life and family. What you’ve decided to do with your blog is very brave and it makes me happy beyond belief. I’m ready to read anything you have to say.
I hope, though, it doesn’t cause any unpleasant reprocussions. But I’ll bet it’s a trip to be you today at work… Long may you benefit from your emergence!
bluz aka Tony
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Lindsay Says:
Woo-hoooo!
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Heather Says:
Hi, Ginny! I’m so excited for you!!! Thanks for sharing this with all of us! And thank you for revealing yourself so that I can FINALLY prove to my friend Shandra that I am NOT you!
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Sorgatron Says:
I am both happy and disappointed.
Disappoint because you aren’t John Carman, as we’ve speculated for ages.
But happy that you could unmask. It’s been a fantastic ride to follow along with. Now people can appreciate your Bruce Wayne to your Batman.
Pour one out for the superheroes…
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Annette Says:
Welcome back, no matter what name you go by. A rose is a rose.
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pghrugbyangel Says:
Sweet! Thanks for sharing! Hope this all works out the way you want it to!
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Becky Says:
Hi Ginny! I am Becky…nice to meet you. Congrats on doing this on your terms. You rock!
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Carla Says:
Your Majesty Ginny,
Thanks for your bravery and your honesty. It’s something we don’t see often enough these days. I wish you all the luck in the world over these next couple of days … but know that we minions have your back!!
Nice to finally meet you … and hope to meet you in person someday soon!
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Dawn Says:
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MAN do WE have a lot to talk about!!
I’ll admit I was a little nervous and sad reading this, but I’m happier that you can finally write without anxiety and stress (I hope!).
…so… no more excuses to duck out of YinzTeam gatherings….
…MUHAHAHA! Seriously… Welcome home, Ginny.
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JennLP Says:
Hi Ginny,
When the Penguins won the cup, you were the first person I thought about.
Welcome back!
(another) Jenn
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Displaced Burgher Says:
I don’t care who you are or what you do, I just know that your writing always, always made me smile and I have really been lacking some of my Pittsburgh connection since you’ve been away. I’m thrilled that your back… but can I still wear my PittGirl Says Drink shirt?
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bucdaddy Says:
You again? Oh great. Just when I was getting used to having those four hours of my life back every day, sleeping, reading, sleeping, looking at porn … WHEN am I supposed to find the TIME to look at porn NOW?
*mutter grumble*
And now pictures of everything but the do-me boots, which I BEGGED for many many times. HOW many TIMES did I plead for just ONE shot of the do-me boots? Which I know you look awesome in …
*grumble mutter*
So, your Royal Highness, I suppose you think I should do some revealing too and tell you that you are even more physically beautiful than I’d ever imagined (and your sisters are pretty hot too, and hey if your dad ever dumps your mom …), but that your real beauty for me has always been your wit, sass and intelligence, and THAT is CHURCH right there, and that I wish you strength and wisdom and luck in your new endeavor, and that I have sworn an oath to be your loyal minion forever …
But see, you’ve put me in a mood. For today, anyway. MAYbe I’ll be back tomorrow, if you’re lucky, tra-la, tra-la.
King Bucdaddy I
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Awesome Comet Says:
Just so long as this doesn’t turn into a Mommy Blog, I’m on board with everything.
Congrats.
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Dom Says:
That post is pretty dope. Welcome back!
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Erica Says:
I started reading PittGirl shortly before it shut down. I am SO glad you’re back!
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Beth Says:
OMG!!!! This has been the best Hump Day surprise EVER! You have been truly missed by me and I LOVE LOVE LOVE your blog. Cant wait for your post.
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Molly Says:
So glad to see that you are back!
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Joyce Says:
Nice to finally meet the real you! Welcome back!
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Ant Annie Says:
Wow – welcome back, your Majesty Ginny! I don’t care who you are or what you do. Your love of Pittsburgh was evident in everything you wrote, and as a recent transplant to your fine city I learned a lot about my new home from your blog. I went through withdrawl when you disappeared and I rejoice in your reappearance. I am SO looking forward to seeing your writings back on my computer screen. Wishing you all the best, and thanking you from the bottom of my heart for taking this step. You rock!! ~ann
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Judy Says:
I’m just so happy to see you back.
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DPUTiger Says:
Your Majesty: I read The Burgh Blog for the last year or so that it was live. I truly enjoyed your perspective on all things Pittsburgh, and once the site was down, I’d still find myself wishing I could hear your rant or opinions on this or that. I’m glad you are back to blogging and I look forward to door-and-window bingo.
Thanks for stepping out of anonymity. I wish you nothing but the best. Welcome back.
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Dave in Pgh. Says:
If you had asked me to help name your new site, I would have suggested “Gin ‘N Tonic”. Which tells you why no one ever asks me to help name their web sites.
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hoosierburgher Says:
Wait just one minute…I didn’t really need to know all that stuff about you, I don’t think it really matters…in fact, I concidered not looking, but knew that it would be impossible not to find out. I’m not sad that I know, and I am very happy for you that you can feel free to write the things you need and want to now. I wish you nothing but the best of luck!
But. Srsly. What is on your shirt? I mean, it looks like some kind of groundhog in a turtle costume, HUGGING A PIGEON. Or is there a shank that I just can’t see?
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Karen Says:
You didn’t actually believe that your adoring minions would turn their backs on you just because you decided to be honest about who you are?
Awesome is awesome is awesome. Yay for your return! So, Your Majesty, does this mean that new t-shirts are in the works?
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Jennifer Says:
Just before 6:00am, after one of the twins had woken us to eat, my husband said he couldn’t fall back asleep with the thought of this post being live in one hour…Nice to meet you Ginny! Glad to have you back in the blogging world!
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Brian Says:
Nice.
Seriously, cool deal and will continue to read as always.
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Christina Says:
It’s cool to see all the regular commenters back here again. Feels sort of like a family reunion!
In any case, cool to see you and virtually know you. I can’t see the pictures because they’re somewhat blocked at work. I know they’re going to be awesome because they’re by Kimberly Reed. If you’re going to do a big reveal, at least do it with some guaranteed beautiful pictures. Nice work!
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Bulldog Says:
Welcome back Your Majesty. That is a rockin’ post and it’s so awesome to have you back. It was a treat to “meet” your family and I think that you’re way hotter than that old PittGirl silhouette.
Good luck with EVERYTHING and consider me just another loyal minion who is sincerely hoping that your choice of Door #3 proves to be the best of everything that’s possible for you.
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eileen Says:
Hi Ginny,
Gee, it feels like I’ve known you for years!What am I going to do with my “I Am Pitt Girl” t-shirt?
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Ex-Pat Pittsburgh Girl Says:
Your Royal Majesty Ginny, so very privileged to me you. Best wishes as you move forward (I guess we all have to drink now) in this next phase of your life.
Congrats!
Ex-Pat Pittsburgh Girl
a/k/a Eileen (family) or Katie (friends)
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bucdaddy Says:
Jesus, I’m getting diBEETus (thanks, Wilford) from reading the comments. Can SOMEbody jump-start the snark, please? Cause we all know Highness has been bottled up to cramping from not being able to reveal to us all the truth about Kobe Roethlisberger.
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eileen Says:
Hi Ginny,
Gee, I feel like I’ve know you for years. (At least two)
What do I do with my “I am Pittgirl” t-shirt?
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Viv Lala Says:
My daughter called it. She said you were going to reveal yourself and I was like…naahhh, she wouldn’t do that. But you did. I don’t know how I feel about this. First of all you are beautiful. I just like reading your blog and I am soooo glad you’re back. I just need a moment to take in the big reveal.
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unsatisfied Says:
soooooooooooooo — you’re back. thank God.
and, just in time for the steelers’ quest for back-to-back super bowls, ben’s lawsuit, the G20 protest mob, toby keith rednecking up the south side works……so much material.
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PittinDC Says:
Hello.. and welcome back!! As a hard-core Burgher stuck living in the DC metro area, I have so missed having your insight into Pittsburgh everyday.. because you can take the girl out of da Burgh, but you can’t take da Burgh out of the girl! I’m so glad you were able to come back on your own terms, and I hope that everything works out for you! – Kym
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Nate Says:
You might want to Google up the etymology of gypped.
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Amber Says:
Bucdaddy, reading your comments reminds me of the good old days of snark. Let ‘em roll again!! Welcome back, everyone, to Her Majesty’s online family!
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JR Says:
Sorry, Woy, but can a brotha get an RSS feed?
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Jagoff Says:
Welcome back.
#4 broke my heart, btw.
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Ed Heath Says:
Welcome to the ranks of the non-anonymous bloggers.
Which actually ain’t no great shakes…
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Tim Says:
Just Awesome, Your Majesty! BTW . . . you are still a Superhero. And a very beautiful one to boot!
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No Princesses Here Says:
PittinDC- I’m a Western PA girl stuck in the DC metro area too! I’ve always felt so out of place here. If I have to explain to someone what a pierogie is one more time…..
PittGirl, I mean, Ginny- thank you again for returning to the blogging world and bringing the Burgh back to those of us who are so far away! I’ve missed this community! P.S. You and Burgh Baby were my inspirations for starting a blog of my own, not that mine could ever compare to your blogs. -
Cindy T. Says:
Glad you are back…I was in serious withdrawal.
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Matt H Says:
I am reading some of the comments here and I am sort of perplexed.
“3. I teared up a little reading this not because you are not PittGirl anymore, but because this is one of the bravest things (not having to do with facing death, of course) that I have ever read. Brava!”
Are you serious? Crying over this? Crying over someone who wants to be known as “Her Majesty”? Is she royalty?
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Awesome Comet Says:
Matt, just so you know, I teared up a little when you lost your anonymity due to this blog.
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Carrie Says:
Hi Ginny! i am new to your site and have been loving it! What a surprise to me when you revealed yourself today – I graduated HS with Tammy and Terri and definitely remember their older sis, Ginny! NHT is always making it in the big time! Good for you!
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red pen mama Says:
@MattH: Ginny put her job on the line to do something she loves (I’m sure she loves her job, too). I think that’s brave. And the writing is incredible.
I don’t think you get PittGirl. I’m glad I do.
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Emily Says:
Hello!
Glad you are back! I can’t wait to read your take on all things Pittsburgh again!
and btw You are one HOT Mom!
EM
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Oddmanout Says:
Glad to have you back! I needed my daily dose of sarcasm and mysanthropy!!!!
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AModelCitizen Says:
So you really weren’t asian…oh well
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Chelly Says:
What a fun surprise!
Welcome back, Your Majesty…
p.s. This better not be a joke…
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ron Says:
You and Brett Favre un-retire on the same day…has to be a story there.Also,I think I know Ta Ta….
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Joe Says:
Married? Kids? Fantasy meet reality – thwack! Still glad you’re back!
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JJ Says:
Welcome back! I’m still in shock over your big reveal, but THRILLED to know you’ll be writing again, and pleased to “meet” you!
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e$ Says:
yarone zober is so the dark lord… i hope there will be a lot of ball-busting in store for your readers for the toys r’us administration throughout the G-20 summit… welcome home, majesty.
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colleen Says:
thank you, thank you, thank you, welcome back!
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Tim Murray Says:
Great to have one of you back, Virginia. Now I want to know Woycheck’s real name.
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Kristie Says:
So glad you’re back!!
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zynk Says:
Dear Ginny,
Glad to see you’re back. We got through the Stanley Cup playoffs without you, but it wasn’t fun. Now you can amuse and entertain with your comments on the Buccos of Suckitude.
Hope your boss realizes that closing that door could result in your fans protesting in a fashion that would put the G20 summit protestors to shame.
As far as 36…I’m 59 and still laughing.
Can’t wait until your next post.
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Sexy Jesus Says:
Ummm… you’re hot. Not sure why, but that surprised me a bit.
Yours,
Sexy Jesus
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Hutch Jr. Says:
Good for you Ginny! I can’t wait to follow That’s Church. Can’t wait to finish the baseball season with you.
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Anon Says:
Congrats, Ginny. To honor your decision, I just made a donation to NEED.
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woy Says:
JR – There’s an RSS feed – it should either have presented a button in the address bar of your browser or you can point Google Reader at the site. No stinkin’ XML buttons on this badboy.
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Ck Says:
Aaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhh! Not only do we have Ginny back, but we have bucdaddy as well!
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chrys Says:
I am sooo glad you are back to writing. I have missed your snark. There have been so many funny things that have happened in the ‘burgh, and I’ve often wondered “what would pittgirl say ’bout that?” I am so glad that you are back your magesty.
I, for one will still be reading!! Thank you.. Thank you.. Thank you for writing again! You’ve been missed!!!!!!! -
Grey Hodge Says:
WELCOME BACK PITTGIRL!
To anyone who didn’t want PittGirl to reveal her identity, that’s silly. Her being herself detracts nothing from PittGirl because SHE IS PITTGIRL. If you loved PittGirl, you love Virginia. I do, and you do too if you’re here. Her revealing herself means one thing, PG IS BACK! And that’s great news. She’s hilarious, insightful, smart, and she’s back. that’s all that matters.
Welcome back!
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Alex Says:
Welcome to the light of day! Step outside, take a deep breath, and squint up at the sun. Wait…it’s Pittsburgh…in August…sun could go either way. Anyway, welcome home! You’ve been missed.
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Matt H Says:
“Ginny put her job on the line to do something she loves”
I disagree. She wasn’t going to get outed if she would have kept going. If she would have kept her mouth shut about it how would anyone have found out?
It’s not like she performed a miracle and walked on water folks.
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lebojoe Says:
What a great day!! Thanks for coming back. And if Zober or Baby Lukie cause any trouble the mayor can kiss his re-election good-bye.
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Julie Says:
So glad to have you back on the blogosphere! And even despite the horrible traffic and construction that’s going to tie up Market Square, I will make it a point to check out your husband’s restaurant when it opens!
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Sooska Says:
Hi Ginny! Oh! Your Majesty, I just knew you’d manage to find your back to us in some new way-not just in Facebook or Twitter teases.
No one would dare fire you for expressing your opinions. Your minions would march on City Hall with brooms and torches and demand you be returned to the Throne wearing you crown and Do Me boots.
Ken Rice hasn’t commented yet? He was talking about you as I write this; something about ridiculous rumors and how he enjoyed the speculation that even his coworkers joined in on. Nice interview. WOOOOO!
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Megan Says:
Welcome back, in whatever form you desire
You were missed greatly. Looking forward to the grand opening of your husband’s restaurant (I’m half Spanish and loooooove Mexican food, our son was born on Cinco de Mayo and loooooooves Mexican food, my husband swore he hated it until he met me and actually tried it, haha.) -
Summer Says:
So glad that you’re back. Hope the fall out isn’t too harsh.
Matt H is just jealous cuz his blog is boooooring and he doesn’t have the fanbase Ginny/PittGirl does. All those sour grape aren’t making any wine, Matty. Get over & move forward!
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John Says:
Meh…
That was weird. Jim Lokay was not what I was expecting. I mean, you should have demanded Ken Rice, or perhaps Dave Crawley to find 20 words that rhyme with Virginia. At any rate, you should have done this from the beginning.
The news story left me with a creepy feeling. Not “alterboy staying after church” creepy, but more or less like you just bit the head off a pigeon. I knew it would happen someday, but it was more gruesome than I thought it would be.
I’m sure you’ll go through a “Oh no, what have I done” stage, but it was the right move. You just killed Pittgirl, and as a reward, you get to be famous without going to jail. Good luck.
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Pensgirl Says:
As I had lunch today, I wondered what we Minions of Pittgirl would call ourselves now that she’s chucked the moniker.
Don’t know what other people will find suitable, but I’m going with Ginnion.
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Rage_Against_The_Democratic_Machine Says:
Your Majesty, welcome back and thanks for a well-written entertaining blog…unlike some other hacks with blogs that shall remain nameless (cough, cough Pittsburgh Hoagie).
@MattH Kneel down and kiss Lord Zober’s ring.
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GeeLyn Says:
Gotta admit, I’m sad to see that you’re not really Ken Rice, but I’m really glad to see you back and out in the open!
Can’t wait for things to get underway and get my daily dose of Pitt…erm…Ginny as I drink my morning cup of coffee.
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Pittsburgh Tom (now back in da burgh) Says:
Welcome back! It will be good to read your words again. You have been missed.
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Meck Says:
welcome back and congrats on living the dream!
Matt H – go away.
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Amy Says:
I look forward to your entertaining take on the Burgh, no matter what your name is.
You have been missed.
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Sono Innamorato Says:
Sooo glad to have you back, PittGirl/Ginny. Many commenters have already expressed just about all of my thoughts about this happy occasion, so I’ll just add my hope & prayers that you will be able to maintain your exquisite level of snark non-anonymously.
And I’m so glad to hear about a good Mexican restaurant I can visit on my next trip back to the ‘burgh (I married a Mexican-American -pierogies for dinner one night and chile rellanos the next!).
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Dave Says:
Ginny, don’t change.
Pittsburgh needs you.
Dave
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Lynn Says:
Welcome back! I missed your blog!!
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Retrospection Says:
I’m so glad you decided to do this. Obviously, writing is something that means so much to you and it was a shame to think that you weren’t doing it because because of other people.
And, selfishly, I have to say that i’m thrilled you’re back because I moved out of town and i miss Pgh every day. And you’re blog is a nice way to feel at home
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Retrospection Says:
also, your blog. Not you’re blog.
Thats what you get from graduating from the Pitt English program, i guess.
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bucdaddy Says:
Hmmmmmm …
Mexican restaurant
+ Market Square
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Pigeon burrito?I’ll take two. Them’s good eatin’.
His Royal HAH!ness,
bucdaddy
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Lindsay Says:
Thank goodness you are back. I’ve missed you sooooooooooooo much!
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j/a/m Says:
Ginny,
It is a great pleasure to finally meet you. Either way, PittGirl or Ginny, you’re still our superhero! I no longer live in the city and reading your blog brings me a little bit of yinzer cheer every day, truly.
onward and upward,
j/a/m
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Scott R Priester Says:
Disappointed? Who cares? I am curious to see, however, how far you take your tongue lashing towards Pittsburgh’s celebrities now that you have given out literally every bit of information regarding your life.
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KGC Says:
Woooo hoooo!! Missed you.. a lot.
Guess who’s blog I’ll go to 1st every morning??
“Your Majesty”? I’ll call you whatevever you want me to call you.
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Dursh Says:
The facts of your life disappoint on so many levels. Don’t you realize that what made this blog special was that your anonymity allowed the reader to make the stories, the characters, whatever their mind wanted it to be?!?! You’ve gone and ruined everything! Knowing that a 35 year old mother is craving Zima is not funny, its disturbing. Knowing that a 35 year old professional is getting her kicks ripping on 21 year olds who are in love with Ben is also disturbing. Not only do I no longer have an interest in your life, but I pity it.
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Vivian formerly NYLuvs Pitts Says:
I’m still shocked. My daughter called it. She said you were going to do it and I was like…naahhh. But you did it. I’m just so glad you are back. I look forward to reading your blog again.
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PghGirlNextDoor Says:
Well its about damn time!
I always thought you’d be a red head…kind of Grace Adler like actually…but alas, I was wrong. However, you’re still beautiful, and its great to have you back!! Finally, my mornings won’t feel so empty anymore – do you have any idea what its like to read CNN.com while drinking the morning coffee at work? BLAH!!!
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Allie K. Says:
Yay! I’m just stoked you’re writing again. Also, see comment #77, point 3. That’s church, ya’ll.
ps. the link for Ding! on the lexicon page is broken. :C(
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Jim Thompson Says:
While I wouldnt be nearly as harsh as Mr. Dursh, I somewhat agree…. I love Chad Hermann’s blog but I’d be better off not knowing/reading he’s a regular Joe with kids and vacations to the beach. There’s something in the power of words that gets lost if I fall victim to making value judgments about the author who stated them.
So YES, that means Edgar Allen Poe’s poems lost a bit of luster with revelations about his inappropriate love life, Ayn Rand’s objectivism doesn’t seem as purely objective when considering her subjective personal life, the list could go on and on.
And maybe it’s a personal flaw, but I guess I’ll hitch a ride on the Anonymity Bandwagon.
But I wish you luck.
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Mike Says:
Welcome back Your Majesty! It’s great to have you back.
MattH- Seriously, dude, get over yourself.
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Amber Says:
Sorry you’re disappointed, Dursh. I’m not! Ginny’s still PittGirl to me, and I’ll look forward to her posts.
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Erin Says:
I recently moved away from Pittsburgh, I know right what was I thinking?! Seeing that you were going to be featured in Pittsburgh Magazine made my transition a little easier. Knowing that even though I’m no longer a resident of Pittsburgh your daily/weekly/monthly blogs will make my heart full and the homesickness become less flu like and a little more papercutish. Thanks for being brave and bravo for door #3!
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G Love Says:
Meh…good luck, but it’s not for me anymore. And besides, your minions are a little too miniony. Bravery and courage??
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Justin Kownacki Says:
Congratulations on finally being able to be yourself. Secret identities serve a purpose, but they can also be more of a burden than they’re worth. (Ask Batman.)
Also, to everyone who’s disappointed in your decision needs to realize that the reason you blog is not them; it’s you. Yes, we all need an audience, but we don’t need to be held captive by them. I’m sure they’re sorry to see that their fantasies are less important than your life, but I’m equally sure they can find something else to invest their fair-weather support in.
See you at PodCamp.
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mattblows Says:
“It’s not like she performed a miracle and walked on water folks.”
Well, neither did you – contrary to popular belief.
Face the facts Matt, a blog with pictures of run down playgrounds and a log of your calls to 311 is pretty much stupid. While you briefly tried to be a tough guy with the HACP thing, you failed at that also. Why not just pack it in and spend more time with the blond leatherface bimbo? The mayor hates you now, so you might as well…
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Justin Says:
Ginny -
glad to see you’re back writing. you’re a phenomenally hilarious talent. it was always a pleasure of reading theburghblog, now i’ll look forward to reading that’s church!
will there be any carryovers from pittgirl? like the what they were really thinking? *begs*
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Karyn Says:
Your Majesty – You rock, anonymous or not. Just one questions – Is Jim Lokay seriously hot in real life?
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Still A. Fan Says:
…and then, things returned to normal.
For us OG’s, the comments were only a notch below the posts.
I was on here about 14 minutes after you posted and then a shitfan hit ME at work and I couldn’t holler.
THEN….I got all hype to post something witty about how I really wanted to see the DM boots and freaking bucdaddy (curse you, bucdaddy) beat me to it.
Like many others wrote, since I know the crew where WOY worked and I know Mr.INEEDTWO, I somehow suspected that maybe you worked there and I tailgated with you at some point. Then again, I usually end up forgetting everything after 9:17 AM on those days as I only get to do that once per season.
An enormous welcome back from SCS!
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DW Says:
Has anyone told my beloved Sonni yet…or was she in on it?
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Suz Says:
I’m speechless, with a bit of jealous awe thrown in. Welcome back!
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PittCheMBA Says:
Ginny, Your Majesty, Welcome back to the blogosphere! I commend you for having the courage to reveal who you really are. I look forward to reading your “new” blog.
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Anonymous Says:
Virginia:
I’m just glad you’re back. There is nothing more difficult than writing a column that keeps people coming back wanting more. There might not be a more relevant columnist in Pittsburgh, and I’m not just blowing smoke.
Your greatest gift is a willingness to speak in print. I grew up in Pittsburgh, and miss it dearly. When I’ve read your work, it almost was like being back home.
Now that you are “out,” please don’t compromise. I think your audience appreciated your past work for its honesty and for that uncanny knack to write what they were thinking (or wished they had thought).
Stay irreverent.
Stay funny.
Stay smart.
All the best!
– Anon.
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Joe K. Says:
Glad to see you come back, I had found the blog in its later stages and was shocked when you pulled the plug. It made me think you worked for the city, which kind of killed the Sonni Abata theory . . .
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JenOH Says:
Hello, Ginny! It’s great that you’ll be entertaining all of us with your blog once again. (Though I don’t recommend reading it while at work because it’s difficult to explain why one is laughing.)
I have to admit that I am thoroughly shocked that you are married and have two children. I would never have guessed that.
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Joanne Says:
Welcome Back Ginny! What a joy it is to meet you and your beautiful family and now we can enjoy your witty blogging once more!
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Kelly Says:
Welcome back to the blogosphere Ginny! I so missed your charming wit during your hiatus. Great to have you back!
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Michelle Says:
Nice to meet you, Ginny! I’m so glad that you’re still going to blog…I love reading all your different takes on things. I’m not officially a ‘Burgher, but I have the blood in me and the mentality to boot…it’s my second home, so it’s close enough for me! Your posts about Pitt always make me smile (well, except ranting posts, those usually just make me laugh!)
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Angie :-) Says:
I loved The Burgh Blog for the snark and the funny. I admire you for going public despite all the stress it gave you. Bravo for taking control of it. I missed the early years, but the last 2 i followed. when you stopped i was so pissed at the people who wouldn’t leave you be. You and Burghbaby inspired me to blog. your sites were the first blogs i had ever read regularly.
Thanks for coming back. I missed you.
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Jonathan Wander Says:
What a beautifully written, honest, brave and funny (of course) post! I was nervous for you all day, and thrilled (and a bit choked up, frankly) to see this enthusiastic outpouring of support from your fans.
Congratulations, Ginny. It’s a joy to read you, and pleasure to know you.
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sue carlino Says:
it’s great you’re back…you’re church, ginny.
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Sean Says:
Welcome back, your majesty!
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heidi Says:
Hi Ginny –
In the words of a card attached to the flowers my husband sent me when i returned from a trip –
“Glad your back!” (he phoned in the order, don’t blame him)Looking forward to having my coffee with you every morning! (or as often as you post – how do you find the time?)
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President Pigeon Says:
Well..Well..Well.speaking on behalf of POP (pigeons of Pittsburgh)After years of abuse,we now have our target in sight.Your picture has been posted at all pigeon headquarters,we have brought in extra pigeons from other states,and we don’t need any stinking permits.Only if you declare your love of pigeons will our attacks be called off.Beware Pittgirl or Virginia or whatever your name is today..BE AWARE,BE VERY AWARE……
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NMSteve Says:
I just saw the video on KDKA. …
I had no idea you worked THAT closely with Lukey. There are a few ways that I see him taking this.
He could treat you like a real journalist. This is probably suitable because he now has a name and a face to send nasty-grams to.
He could refuse to work with you and therefore cause your organization heartache.
He can hire you as his press secretary. Which would make all the critical blogging about him that much more fun!
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Dan (Not Onarato) Says:
Many people have said this but “Welcome back Ginny” Im looking forward to reading the blog again!
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btezra Says:
good to see you back at writing, I’ve enjoyed reading along no matter what the URL is, here’s to quite a few good words to come and all teh best to you and your family
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Hawki Says:
You be the Judge.
From the new blog:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v469/vmontanez/pg4.jpgFrom the current Pittsburgh Magazine: http://www.wqed.org/mag/features/0809/polamalu.jpg
The face has been Photoshopped but the hair is a dead giveaway. I think we’ve been had.
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LostinFlorida Says:
Ginny – today is double great by 1)meeting you on-line and knowing there are regular doses of Pittsburgh wit back in the world and 2) being home in western PA for a long weekend! Thanks for keeping the ex-pats in touch with the ‘burgh!
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TheJim Says:
I’m very happy that you were able to make this transition and that you’ll be able to share your writing again with all of your fans who enjoy it so much.
Also, I’d be remiss not to mention that you’re hot as hell.
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bucdaddy Says:
Hey, are those flip-flops you have on it that photo? It looks like you have flip-flops on. That means your feet are mostly bare, and they’re in grass, inches from a pigeon, and I surely don’t have to tell you what pigeons flip-flop onto grass (and statues, and windshields, and your head).
Ugh.
I was in love with you, but now I’m thinking you have some serious personal hygiene issues to work out before we self-unite. Soak your feet in Clorox for a few months and we’ll talk.
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Brian Says:
You’re absolutely beautiful.
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Leah Says:
I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO glad that you are back! When my sister told me I was so excited I didn’t know what to do! I don’t know how many African Americans follow your blog but you defnitley have a fan in my sister and I….I was just wondering what I was going to read the day after Steeler Games? Welcome back Ginny!
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BagitTagit Says:
Weird to have been in the same high school classes as PittGirl. Weirder to have no recollection whatsoever.
My friend summed it up best: “Wow, so I used to carpool to kindergarten with Pittgirl…”
I’m happy for you. To be honest, I’m just amazed there’s another person from NHT who knows how to use a computer.
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Marcy Says:
Just checked back here and was giggling at Matt’s comments about “Her Majesty.”
a) it’s called irony, cookie: google it. Anyone who read the Burgh Blog in the past knows that Ginny is a natural-born writer who does what she does for the sheer love of it and is most likely not wearing a tiara at this moment, although she’s totally got the hair for it;
b) folks are excited because Ginny’s writing has entertained us for a long time and we missed her observations and are happy to have the chance to read her work more often, in the less-filtered way in which we originally found it;
c) posting “poke the bear” comments on someone else’s blog *will* drive some traffic to yours, but that’s just pigtail-pulling… -
Christina Says:
Oh, Bucdaddy. Still bringing the uncomfortably detailed and slightly creepy comments after all of this time.
Welcome back to blogging, Ginny! You were missed, especially during a long, slow workday. Also, beautiful pictures. For your ‘coming out’, nice work choosing Kimberly Reed. I love her work.
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The Sum of David » Blog Archive » Secrets! Says:
[...] Well, I guess it’s not much of a secret now, is it? [...]
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MountaineerHoo Says:
You absolutely made my day yesterday! Now I’ll never get anything done during my planning period at school…THANK YOU! Can’t wait to stay caught up with all things Burghalicious.
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Yinzer B Says:
Your husband is a lucky man. You are hilarious and gorgeous.
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Lori Says:
You have returned!! Just in time to entertain us with your commentary on Baby Cici Donna, Asshat, the giant freshly showered penis, Troysius and the beauty that is Daniel Sepulvada’s naked chest. Thank you for returning to us and please don’t change a thing about your writing. If you happen to offend a public figure or sports star along the way…meh…your readers will gather as an angry mob and defend your honor! You’re awesome – glad to meet you finally!
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Chuck Says:
Great to have you back! Your husband is a lucky man!
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Sesquipedalian Prose Says:
I think I have some Zema left over from when I poured one out for your dead (and now resurrected) blog.
Wait…does that mean PittGirl is now a zombie?
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Bill From Hanover Says:
Welcome Back ! Your Majesty ……
Being born and raised back in Carnegie and leaving 9 years ago, your past blog was so awesome to read and when you left, so did a part of Pittsburgh and your back !
You have such a gifted talent with your creative writing and hopefully many, many doors will open for you in the future !
Thanks ….
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Jackie Says:
YAY! You’re back! Loved reading your blog before, and will happily continue to do so. And yes, there is yet *another* NHT person who can use a computer!!
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Cissy Says:
Welcome back! Now I can add your blog back into my daily routine of reading about the Burgh. Sure, I may feel more homesick but it is all good! Love the humor and snarkiness…very entertaining
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Dan (Not Onarato) Says:
Whats up with the twitter? No job? WTF?
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SportyGal85 Says:
Welcome back, chick! I missed you mama!
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Judith K. Ginyard Says:
Thank you for your transparency, your writing and your integrity. I have the utmost respect for you; you have not lost a reader in me.
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mudbugs Says:
I HEART you, PG, (“Your Majesty”, if you insist)…I’ve had your page bookmarked for 2 years, and I always keep checking it daily to see when you would be back.
Lost my job, then your blog went kaplooey. I don’t know which was worse. Now I can throw away the xanax.
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Toni Says:
As someone whose appreciative of Immaculate Receptions, Santa Claus, and fairies…I am in no way bothered by the out. What’s important is that YOU wanted the out. That’s all that counts.
Glad your back in the blogsphere…and yeah, your still golden gf. Welcome home!
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Susan/TogetherWeFlourish Says:
Hi Ginny, I did not know PittGirl but I like your style. My thing is nonprofits. If you are looking for something to do while you figure out what to do
there are lots of nonprofits that need volunteers with your kind of talent. Having said that, I seriously doubt that there will be much lag time for you between jobs. Wishing you well with your bright new future!
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Janet Says:
Grow up! If you hate Pittsburgh, no one is forcing you to stay. If anyone needs “punted”, it is definitely not the pigeons.
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Michael Says:
Ginny, WELCOME BACK!
You’ve been sorely missed. Coming out doesn’t change a thing. I too have been checking the bookmark, wishing, hoping you’d come back. The hubby and the kids are great! All the more to write about. Love the fact that you’re a hot brunette! As my wife will attest, that’s right up my alley. BTW, she’s a hot brunette as well.
Perfect timing on your part too. Steelers season soon, Pens right after that, even the Buccos of Suckitude still sucking!
The only thing disappointing is no front page blurbs on the local fish wraps on your triumphant return! Especially when it was such big news when you left us. I smell a beatdown coming.
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jessica Says:
WOW! Pittgirl your a real waste
this is the stupiest thing ive ever read
im pissed the new wasted time telling everyone you revealed your self. why would you pretend like your Pittsburghs superhero, your far from it
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jessica Says:
i feel for Janet 4 comments up, get the fuck out if you dont like it hear! i love everything about it.
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Summer Says:
This whole blog is about how much she loves Pittsburgh. Reading comprehension: Get some.
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Matt H Says:
I love the anon blowhards who try to call me out.
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apostles03 Says:
You are just as I pictured you. I believe we may have had significant eye contact.
No, not really. I just wanted to sound creepy. Welcome back!
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PittGirl: A Lesson in Anonymity, Paranoia and What’s Wrong With America / Justin Kownacki Says:
[...] on her old site, The Burgh Blog. Due to the increasing difficulty of maintaining her anonymity, PittGirl finally outed herself this week. It turns out her name is actually Virginia Montanez, she’s 35, happily married [...]
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beep Says:
bet everyone at your old job AND the mayor is watching your blog now.
just as they did ‘then’….
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blowhard Says:
Matt – They did call you out beacuse you are a tool. I especially enjoyed your “expose” on pittgirl on your worthless blog. Talk about jumping on the band wagon.
Did your losing campaign that you ran for Coghill not teach you a thing?
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Jtown Says:
Wow..
I always put PittGirls face on 7-deuce off suit, and she was holding Ace-Queen!
Nice
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Julie @ Wearing Mascara Says:
Hi Ginny!
So, I just found your blog this week (shocking?! yes). I WISH I found it way earlier. However, you have a new reader and a new neighbor. I am moving to Pittsburgh on Friday from DC (Oh and I was born and raised in Pittsburgh). DC blogger to Pitt blogger… I’m very excited and your blog is making me excited! You are exceptionally brave and I look forward to reading more!
Julie
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wearethebees Says:
I hate blogs and I hate twitter and facebook even more, but YOU are amazing, brave, beautiful and HILARIOUS! I am so happy you got fired, because I never would have known about your blog if I hadn’t read about it on CNN!
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Adam 2 Says:
Wow…you do not look 35, with two kids. You are a very beautiful woman. Good for David!
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Beanie Says:
Saw the article on CNN.com, thought I’d swing over.
You’re funny! I like it.
The post about the bus running over the burger eating pigeon cracked me up. “Maybe I should lift my hands to make it more fun.” I quite literally snarfed my soda.
LOVE IT.
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M0 Says:
Nice.Great. Finally.
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Jeff in Jacksonville Florida Says:
Hey I saw your story on CNN. I thought it was interesting, because I host my own political blog.
I think you were fired because you have “too much” opinion. Some employers don’t like people who do too much thinking on their own, if you know what I mean.
I’m sure that you were amazed by the firing, but at the same time relieved, because sometimes an undeserved firing is a good thing.
Anyway Good Luck, and tell me what you think of my site. I have to figure out how to do more with the look of it. Right now it’s similar to the default page that came with the blog engine I’m using… I hate PHP!
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Brian Says:
Hey — caught your story on CNN. Had to give a shout out to you — great to hear about a Sassy Burgh Chick. I’m in Orlando now and I so miss the three rivers. Love your posts and look forward to many more.
B.
P.S. Smart, sassy and HOT, too! I’m surprised those pigeons don’t just melt when you walk by.
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Tardo Domingo Says:
Dang, yer hawt.
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mathblows Says:
“Matt H Says:
I love the anon blowhards who try to call me out.”What I love is that the last 2 post on your blog, that no one reads BTW, are about pittgirl. The sheer jealousy that you must feel is intense. The fact that you have tried and tried to “make it” as a blogger, a political operative and a campaign manger and have failed at everything you do make it that much more obvious. Heck, you could not even hold a job at the HACP, you had to quit to personify your “rebel” image. Whatever that is??? In addition, the absolutely hilarious pictures that continue to be passed around behind your back make you look like even the bigger tool. You are not going to tear her down, I don’t even know why you try.
Oh wait, I know. Because you have failed at everything you have done.
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Blogging, a dangerous game? @ deadkat7 blog – Life's a garden, Dig it! Says:
[...] out the post she wrote to reveal her identity doors you can’t help feel sorry for her and all the crap she had bottled inside and the only real [...]
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John F Says:
Just hang in there my dear. Shit happens. There is a reason for it, we may not know what it is at the time or why it happens, but there is a reason. Peace!
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Rebecca (Ramblings by Reba) Says:
As I mentioned in my Tweet to you, I’d heard Burgh Baby speak of you, but I’m not sure if I’d ever clicked to your blog. When I saw the CNN story, I didn’t realize that you were the person I’d heard Burgh Baby talk about.
I’m glad I found your blog. You’re an excellent writer.
I’m from Atlanta, and I’ve never visited Pittsburgh. I don’t think I KNOW anyone from Pittsburgh. But I’ll check in from time to time to read about Pittsburgh and anything else you decide to write about.
I admire how you handled this post, by the way, and how you introduced us to some of your family.
Hang in there…
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SkydiveLouie Says:
Saw you on CNN.com. You’re gorgeous. And I like pigeons.
SDL
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TehClarkInator Says:
I don’t live in Pittsburgh but I’ve been following you AAAAAALLLLLLL the way from florida
I noticed you came up on my CNN.com RSS feed and it’s nice to finally meet the face behind this!
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tucker snedeker Says:
your hot and smart . . . just like my beloved wife of ten years. Very smart and very hot. Your husband and family should be proud. sizzle!
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Me in Hudson-OH Says:
Would your sister in Ohio be interested in becoming CleveGirl? We need a hero!
Keep up the great writing.
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Alex Says:
You are the absolute hottest girl I’ve ever seen, wow! And you are smart (where’s the catch??)
I came to your blog because I saw your pic on CNN. I know you’re married & have kids, so I won’t say anything except that your husband is a ridiculously lucky person. Rock on!
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Scott Says:
I just came across your blog through your beloved picture on CNN.com. I love your blog and it is a pleasure meeting you. Your writing is very entertaining and I don’t know jack about Pittsburg. Greetings from Nashville!
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Drew Says:
1. I have always been 99% sure I knew who you really were. Glad to discover that I was 100% right.
2. I’ve always thought you were totally hot. I’m still 100% right about that too.
3. Keep up the good work.
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Nick, just Nick Says:
Snarkalicious
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btezra Says:
just noticed you had Kim shoot the images of you
that are on the new blog, good choice IMOKim is one helluva photographer and person
