I know what you're thinking: there's been titular fiddling? Well, yes, but it's not as fun as it sounds.
Avid readers know by now that I've been on the market for a new and better title for this here blog for at least five posts now. The previous one, an excellent quote on writing, but far from anything resembling a title, overstayed its brief welcome. It almost seemed somehow too presumptuous, in addition to it not really being a title.
And so the hunt commenced anew. I wanted something that would convey my aspiration to become an expert on a wide variety of topics, while expressing humble realization of my current standing in that battle. Also, I wanted something that would remain entirely left of the couch (not a figure of speech).
So this is what it's come to. The Wannasseur, or wannabe connoisseur, seemed slightly more sophisticated than The Prospexpert, which also might be a prescription medication. Besides, it's an appropriate mix of suave and slang. So anyway, here's the thing. I need to know if this is a solid title or something that we'll all look back and laugh about six months from now. Be honest. Perhaps even more importantly, though, I'm continuing to take suggestions on completely new titles as well. This one hasn't been properly thought out yet. So there it is.
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7 responses:
I like it. But I also like "titular fiddling" as a title now.
I don't dig Wannasseur. It's not clear what it means without explanation. I have to agree with Sarah, though, Titular Fiddling is a good title.
It's hard to say and reminds me of a dinosaur. Titular Fiddling . . Sarah might be on to something.
You're all crazy. "Titular Fiddling" is a terrible title, and in no way represents this blog. However, very good to know that the current title is not working, though. Many thanks for your input.
Here's a question: what if "The Wannaseur" was explained in a subtitle? Still no good?
Also, for your consideration, three hastily-assembled possible replacements on a common theme. First, "The Doxophile," or lover of expressing opinion and receiving praise. Slightly more boring is "The Epistemophile," or lover of ideas. Third is "The Verbophile," or lover of words. The first two would certainly be explained, the third one maybe.
Most importantly of all, though, I continue to take completely new and original suggestions, be they eclectic words, made-up words, allusions, or what-have-you. Thanks again for your input.
TITULAR FIDDLING! TITULAR FIDDLING!
The people have spoken.
the titularphile?
gross
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