Because of Kathy Lee, I'm Now Called a "Bigfoot Geek!"

I've been paid an incredible compliment, by one of the most respected media organizations in the country! The Independent, of Cleveland, Ohio.

For those who didn't catch that, that was SARCASM.

How they came across my obscure little blog, I'll never know. They did a little story, "Kathie Lee Disses Ohio Bigfoot Hunters." Obviously, the Independent's editor, James Renner, is a big Kathy Lee fan. Again, SARCASM.

"Anyway, as you can imagine, local Bigfoot hunters are geeking out about this." This was the compliment he paid to me, and linked the "geeking" part to my "Bigfoot on NBC's Today Show" article.

Thanks Mr. Renner! Yes, I am a Bigfoot Geek! I love it! Bigfoot Geek! I would just like to point out that you did call me a "local Bigfoot hunter." Maybe you did badly in geography back in elementary school, but my blog is called, "Sierra Tahoe Bigfoot Research." The Sierras, nor Tahoe is anywhere near Ohio. Just thought I'd point that out to you. I'm about 2300 miles from you Dude! That's OK, my ex is terrible at geography too. She thought the country to the north of us, was Russia. Also, I'm not a "Bigfoot Hunter." I like to refer to myself as a "Bigfoot Researcher." Again, because basically, I'm a geek, not a hunter.

If you'd like to read what Mr. Renner had to say on Independent's website, CLICK HERE.
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Well, after poking around on The Independent's website, under the "WTF?!?" section, I have found that Mr. Renner, himself, is a Bigfoot Geek too! Right on Dude! CLICK HERE to read another one of Mr. Renner's Bigfoot articles.

Sorry folks! I had nothing to write about, and just felt like writing.

Bigfoot on NBC's Today Show

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I just watched this video via Cliff Barackman's blog, and posted a comment there.

I'm glad Bigfoot got some press, though it was a more poking fun, than them trying to give it any credibility. I'm glad they at least included some airtime to Dr. Meldrum, though it wasn't even enough. Seemed as though they were more concerned with getting to the slapstick, rather than lending it any credibility. I'm not familiar with the guy from Ohio who is featured in the video. I'll have to watch the video again, and try and get his name, so I can familiarize myself with him.

I'll admit, I got a little flustered toward the end of the segment. Then I read something Cliff wrote in his blog, that made me feel better. "There's nothing to take personally. Their mockery is directly proportional to their own ignorance of the subject." I love it! I hope you don't mind that I quote you? (lol) Thanks Cliff!

Read Cliff's blog on Today Show clip by Clicking Here. He's also included an article about Dr. Meldrum's appearance on the show.

Cliff Barackman: Columbia Pioneer Update, and My Case in the Stigma of Bigfooting

Columbia Sportswear Pioneer of the Outdoors

Mr. Barackman has received "Runner-up" recognition for his great video that he submitted to Columbia Sportswear for their "Pioneer of the Outdoors" contest. He did it to raise awareness in the "Squatch" and Sasquatch Research.

I'm glad he received recognition from them, but seriously? I am a little disappointed. He obliterated the rest of the competition in votes, but the final decision was made by Columbia. I thought they'd eat up his video and love it! Come on! The humor which Cliff added to his video reminded me a bit of the old Columbia "Ma Gert Boyle" ad campaign, that was on also on the humorous side. I actually was thinking what a great spokesman Cliff would make, and that snippets of his video would make a great TV commercial. But, then again, there is a stigma that goes along with Bigfoot, and Bigfoot research. Let's face it, the mainstream looks at us, and tends to roll their eyes a bit.

Here's my case, as an example. I am divorced, and have two young children. My relationship with my ex can be rocky at times, and my time with my children is regulated by how well we are getting along. Yes, she's not suppose to do that, but besides going back and forth to court, it's much easier to regulate the relationship. Long story short..... if she knew that I was this interested in Bigfoot, knew that I actually have a Bigfoot blog, and intend on going out and conducting my own research, she would freak, and probably take me to court to try to make me out to be a wacko. She wouldn't have a case, but it would still cause a problem, and undeniable stress. This is why I haven't mentioned my last name on my blog or any posts, just in case she Googles me. I'm trying to save myself from any headache, the BF stigma would cause, in relation to my family life. It's sad, because otherwise, I don't give a damn what people think, but I have to stay "in the closet" about my Bigfoot interests, because my kids. They mean far too much to me, so because of the mainstream ignorance to Sasquatch and the associated stigma, I will remain in the closet, until the exitstence of Bigfoot is, in the least, proven to my ex.

As for Cliff Barackman and his "Runner-up" finish? Congratulations Cliff! I am happy for you! I'm glad you are satisfied in their decision. Maybe I was just too optimistic, and biased. Please go read his blog, and the letter that Columbia Sportswear sent to Cliff, by Clicking Here.

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OregonBigfoot.com: Autumn Follows Up on Color Analysis of Bigfoot Photos

Autumn Williams, of OregonBigfoot.com, wrote a great article on color analysis, and it's usefulness on Bigfoot Photos, ie. the latest Minnesota Photo.

Click Here to read her Blog.