Monday, January 5th, 2009...7:30 am
I hope my new Wordpress theme doesn’t make you cry yourself to sleep
Hey readers, what’s up? You doing OK? How’s your 2009 so far? Oh, me? Yeah, things are going pretty well on my end so far.
Yes, I DID drunkenly sing “Toto” by Africa on New Year’s Eve, but not every new year can start off error-free.
Oh, what? This? It’s my new Wordpress theme, mofos!
Calm down. I know change can suck. And I know “different” can be jarring and upsetting.
Imagine how I felt when many of my favorite web sites redesigned their appearance the past few months. I cried myself to sleep every night.
True story.
I mean, check it out. Gmail got themes. Google Reader made itself look shittier. Facebook survived a redesign that caused a futile backlash, Wordpress amended its admin panel, and ESPN released a limited test version of its upcoming site revamp.
Even DC’s Metro system finally entered the 21st century with a complete design overhaul.
So it only makes sense that after 13 months of using the Fotosky theme, I am also changing my blog.
This is Thesis, a Wordpress theme by Chris Pearson who decided to create something so easy to personalize even webtards like me could figure it out.
If you’re reading this in your RSS reader, click out to see the new theme.
The first thing you might notice is the white background, which I think is easier for reading how awesome I am. Powder blue works well for 70s-era tuxedos but not so much for the web.
Also, I liked my series of photo blocks on the masthead so I kept that, but I chose new ones. They’re sort of a summary of the things that define me, like baseball, Argentine soccer, photography, toilets, and, of course, jumping.
I also changed my About page, using my 2008 summary blog post and a new photo I dug out from my trip to Mexico two years ago.
See that photo box on the right below the masthead? That motherfucker “rotates”, which means the photos will change when you refresh or click on different pages in my blog.
You’ll also notice that the comments section is different. It used to be in small font and hard to read and pretty much a sucky experience for all you people telling me how much I suck.
Now, when you want to call me an asshole or propose marriage to me, it’ll be easier to write. You can even subscribe to future comments (by scrolling over that RSS icon and down arrow on the right) so you know whether or not I accept when I reply.
Also, if you want to add a photo (a gravatar) to your name (and you really should) so you can stand out more, click here.
I made a bunch of other small changes, like adding a favicon that should appear in your web browser window or tab.
Many others, though, you might not even notice. I’m going to continue working on it (did I mention how easy the customization is?) so that visiting my blog makes you feel like you’re riding a golden unicorn.
Because not changing your theme is so 2008.
42 Comments
January 5th, 2009 at 1:09 am
Way to ring in the new year with a change we don’t need.
That’s not what Obama would say.
January 5th, 2009 at 1:23 am
i’ve been thinking that staying at blogspot is so 2008. this might be the last push i needed to jump on the wordpress bandwagon
If you make the move, I’ll take all the credit for it.
January 5th, 2009 at 1:44 am
Very nice. I do miss the topless chick but….
I think this is good too
If there is enough of a protest, I might bring the topless chick back.
January 5th, 2009 at 1:53 am
i wasn’t ready for this. not sure if i can handle such a drastic change. i was just getting used to you.
It’s tough, I know. But that’s what happened last time I changed my theme and people adjusted. But not without “yelling” at me first.
January 5th, 2009 at 2:41 am
Very clean! I like it!
Are you talking about me or the theme?
January 5th, 2009 at 2:44 am
First Facebook and now this?! Et tu, Arjewtino? Et tu?
Yes, mi tu.
Not sure if that’s Latin.
January 5th, 2009 at 3:14 am
Oooooo looks awesome!
And how did you take a picture while in the toilet? You’ll have to show us on this great blog of yours.
Uh, yeaaaah, um, that’s MY photo. Definitely.
January 5th, 2009 at 3:18 am
Agree, its very clean… take a few months to get used to, but we’ll survive
Thanks man. After all, you survived the last change, I think you’ll survive this one, too.
January 5th, 2009 at 3:26 am
You think you’re so fancy don’t you? Well guess what dude? I already have a golden unicorn and it rides me!
Wait. That came out wrong.
But now you can take the Fotosky theme you liked so much. I’ll even help you with your banner.
January 5th, 2009 at 3:52 am
The new layout doesn’t look like something I’d use to wipe my ass with! Awesome!
Best compliment of 2009.
January 5th, 2009 at 4:06 am
I am writing a formal letter of complaint. Where do I mail it?
Just email it to: ArjewtinoDoesntGiveaShit@suckit.com.
January 5th, 2009 at 4:35 am
Well, I *was* going to complain about change being hard and whatnot, but I really do like the new set up. Especially the About Me. You’re smiling this time! Much better than the photo from PA.
Or me eating fish? I knew you’d like the smiling.
January 5th, 2009 at 4:37 am
WAIT?! How am I going to know if I’m the top commenter of 2009. You know that was my lifetime goal. Are you trying to crush me?
I’ll bring that back, no worries, give me some time to figure it out.
January 5th, 2009 at 5:02 am
Lovin’ the new look. Happy 2009.
Thanks, there’s still more to come. Same to you.
January 5th, 2009 at 5:13 am
I LOVE the new design. I’m trying to get my shit together and get a new design up too.
Let me know if you need any help.
January 5th, 2009 at 6:03 am
so you’re only worth 19 pence right now? that sounds about right for your reputation.
I might be overvalued.
January 5th, 2009 at 6:09 am
I am totally going to miss the boobies even though technically I guess I could just look down.
But you don’t have an Argentine flag draped across them. I presume.
January 5th, 2009 at 6:11 am
I don’t know what this post said because it was a little too nerdy for me and I’m cool and hip.
That’s for the ladies.
Too bad ‘09 doesn’t rhyme with brown. You could have had some year.
January 5th, 2009 at 6:34 am
I like how you can respond to the comments now!
Unfortunately, I just had to change it back since it was counting my replies as a comment, which is not accurate. Stupid plugin.
January 5th, 2009 at 6:40 am
Oh I like the new theme! I can read your blog at work without worrying about people noticing there are boobs on my screen!
I think that counts as another vote in favor of bringing them back.
January 5th, 2009 at 12:45 pm
as long as i can still successfully propose to the princess, i’m okay with your changery.
She’s waiting for your ring.
January 5th, 2009 at 2:35 pm
I didn’t cry myself to sleep, but all these instructions gave me a headache and made me put my head on my desk for a few minutes.
Come on, man, it’s Monday. Go easy on us.
Sarah’s last blog post..It’s just like riding a bike, right? Right?!?
It’s a new year. I expect more from you guys.
January 5th, 2009 at 3:02 pm
I pretty much just stopped reading because it was all linky and stupid and I hate you because those were some great tits.
Sigh. I guess I’ll get used to it. Change scares me though.
Tori’s last blog post..My Dog Ate My Buttplug and Other Christmas Stories
January 5th, 2009 at 3:04 pm
Um…fuck, can you delete that last comment? I didn’t even realize it had my name. Here look, I’ll copy the original comment here so you can still read how cool it is.
I pretty much just stopped reading because it was all linky and stupid and I hate you because those were some great tits.
Sigh. I guess I’ll get used to it. Change scares me though.
Just A Girl’s last blog post..My Dog Ate My Buttplug and Other Christmas Stories
Looks like I have to bring the tits back.
January 5th, 2009 at 3:41 pm
I went one better and changed my name, picture and archives. I’m either trendy or paranoid. Or both. Definitely both.
Racquel Valencia’s last blog post..Sasha Fierce v.2009
You’re right. Change is hard to deal with. I want to go back.
January 5th, 2009 at 3:52 pm
Wow! I guess to be cool in 2009 you have to change. And to think I was going to propose marriage, but only if you stayed the same. You just don’t look like the person I remember anymore…
Famously Single’s last blog post..Jealousy
I don’t blame you.
January 5th, 2009 at 6:50 pm
As if I didn’t have enough reasons to cry myself to sleep.
Chocobo’s last blog post..Busy building shelves
January 5th, 2009 at 7:45 pm
So are there other words to the Toto song other than I blessed the rains down in Africa?
Sean’s last blog post..Pitt-Georgetown Recap
January 5th, 2009 at 9:00 pm
I say you started out 2009 on a great note…I just hope you didn’t slur the words and do a disservice to Toto…
Sara’s last blog post..So That’s What That Means…
January 5th, 2009 at 9:11 pm
Where are the boobs? That’s the only reason I really read your blog anyway… was for the kick ass boobs! kidding- you rock and I’m digging the new design but I still want the boobies back
Hanna’s last blog post..Something about New Years Eve makes me want to climb trees and destroy cities
January 5th, 2009 at 9:37 pm
yeah i approve - well done.
AND like you have a rotating photo cube. ha.
January 5th, 2009 at 9:58 pm
Oh me likey!
January 5th, 2009 at 10:03 pm
I like what you’ve done here. I really like the header! Thanks for dropping by. Have a good one!
Tyler @ Building Camelot’s last blog post..The Best Of Building Camelot from 2008
My goal is to get mine as cool-looking as yours.
January 5th, 2009 at 10:17 pm
Hmm, I approve of this new theme… very 2009, very chic.
Kat Argonza | Tough Girl 101’s last blog post..So… Asians really DO look alike?
I like your relatively new one, too. Especially the comments section.
January 5th, 2009 at 10:38 pm
Nice manual. The “For Dummies” people know about you?
TishTash’s last blog post..On A Little Help and A Little Understanding - Don’t be fooled by the title. This post isn’t going to be all deep and shit
Oh, they’re aware.
January 6th, 2009 at 12:36 am
Not switching themes is TOTALLY so 2008. White is the new baby blue. Square is the new round. Arjewtino is the new Arjewtino. WIN.
Phil (Another One)’s last blog post..A Fairy’s Review of Some Tales
I like winning. I just need a new tag line. How about “All Mine in ‘09″?
January 6th, 2009 at 1:48 am
If things do not change unexpectedly, on a regular basis, I get nervous. I think I must have been disconnected and forgotten. When life keeps me confused and off-balance, then I know I am still connected.
Connie’s last blog post..12 days
Isn’t that a line from The Matrix?
January 6th, 2009 at 8:29 am
Love it! Will you be going Obama-themed for Jan 20th? Pink for Valentine’s Day?
That’s actually a good idea. The Obama part, not the V-day one.
January 6th, 2009 at 11:42 am
I like the new theme, but I miss the boobs. I’m never in favor of less boobs.
Also isn’t Toto the band and “Africa” the song?
eric’s last blog post..Happy New Year? The Jury is Still Out
Whatever, you and your “facts”.
January 6th, 2009 at 2:45 pm
your blog is so goddamn fancy. i hope to be JUSTLIKEYOU someday.
no but seriously, looks great. i am a big big fan of the white background.
beth’s last blog post..Still in NY… why? I couldn’t tell you.
January 6th, 2009 at 5:20 pm
Hy ArJEw
Congrats!
On introducing a new word to the English language, webtard! (How about douchetard, as well!)
Seriously congratulations on the brand new look, Just curious, what WP plugin do you use for your comments to your” reader’s comments.”
Now if you’re a webtard, what does tat make me? I think I know what you’re going to say, but….
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March 8th, 2009 at 7:39 pm
Great post =]
Keep up the good work.
If you are interested, I would like to exchange links with you.
Amit.
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