All The Lovely Ladies… Well, Five Of Them, Anyway

The other day, some conservative blog site that doesn’t know I’m alive (which narrows it down to 99 44/100% of same… but I digress) surveyed a few high-profile male authors of such blogs, all of whom are also unaware of my existence. But again I digress. Anyway, said bloggers assembled a list of those whom they consider to be the hottest conservative female new media people. Which, of course, has led to the ladies striking back by presently putting together a list of those whom they consider to be the hottest conservative male new media people. Somehow I doubt I’ll be on it, although my deep, profound modesty precludes me from giving the matter so much as a passing thought. And if you believe that sack of steer manure…

The utter silliness of such lists aside, it does give cause for thought. What considerations, aside from physical attractiveness, go into whether a member of new media is considered attractive? Or, at the least, should go into such contemplations?

Here are my criteria:

1. Actually be a full-fledged member of new media. Someone who started in traditional media but now dabbles in blogging or tweeting, or whose origins were in social media but has shifted to traditional media, doesn’t qualify. Otherwise, every female reporter on FOX News with a Twitter account would be on the list.
2. Be social on social media. Beltway insider wannabe snoots, as well as charter members of the “look at me — SQUEE!” club, need not apply. Genuine attractiveness has unshakable roots in how you treat others. Remember the third tenet of the blogging evangel. Go and do likewise.
3. No MWC or CWC for me. Honesty is teh hawt. A truly beautiful woman incorporates her relationships and, if it is part of her life, her faith into her online persona. Neither of these are forced. Rather, they enter the conversation because they are vital elements of their daily being. There is none of the phenomenon none too affectionately referred to to as MWC (Married When Convenient), this characterized by women who are loud, long, and frequent in their declarations of having entered into the holy bonds of matrimony, yet routinely “forget” to put their wedding ring on when leaving the house in the morning. There is also no trace of CWC (Christian When Convenient), a definition of which is sadly unnecessary.
4. Have something to say. There are so, so many blogs out there for which the entirety of their content can be summarized thusly: A quote from a traditional media source, followed by either “me too” or “eff you.” Whoop-de-doo. If I’m going to invest time and focus in reading something, give me something more. Bring insight. Provide perspective. Encourage thinking; be unafraid to challenge the audience. To quote those immortal words made famous by Murray Head, I get my kicks above the waistline, sunshine.

Okay. Having said all that, here are five lovely ladies of new media; lovely inside and out. There are far more than this quintet, and no slight is intended or inferred by not being included. Shall we?

Melissa Clouthier		Melissa Clouthier — The good doctor is one of an unfortunately rare breed, that being a prolific blogger and tweeter who has something to say. A self-described frazzled mom, Clouthier balances her practice, raising a family which includes a special needs son, and keeping tabs on all things political with panache. Sleep? Pretty sure she’s had the need for it surgically removed. Which is the only surgical enhancement she’ll ever need.
Kathleen McKinley		Kathleen McKinley — Although lately she’s been going by her real name, McKinley is better known on the information superhighway as RightWingSparkle. Which is only appropriate, given her clear, concisely stated conservative political views (one of her posts was recently read in its entirety on air by Rush Limbaugh) plus radiant love for Christ and family. These things shine so brightly you can easily overlook how in lieu of RWS McKinley could easily be nicknamed MMC. As in Mommy McHottie.
Jennifer Waite		Jennifer Waite — Beautiful but deadly to dumb people. The fact she goes by the screen name KillTruck on Twitter says much about Waite. Wife and mother, she provides sardonic commentary on the body politic along with personal reflections on being a wife and raising a couple of kids including a special needs son without once giving in to self-pity. Appropriate, since taking pity on the undeserving is not in her persona. Numerous sources have reported that in her dating days, Waite’s preferred method of letting a guy know there wouldn’t be a follow-up was leaving them naked in the Mojave desert. Covered in honey. Staked down atop a fire ant hill. Strange thing is, most subsequently thanked her for the experience.
Elizabeth Esther		Elizabeth Esther — I’m not sure what Esther means in different languages, but one of them ought to translate the word as “Painfully Honest.” Esther writes about the ups and downs of being wife and mother to five children, dealing with the scars from a tweaked fundamentalist upbringing while embracing Jesus’ love and lately admitting she’s human after all. All that and terrific good looks to boot. If Pooh was online he’d refer to Esther’s blog as his other Thotful Spot.
Elizabeth Scalia		Elizabeth Scalia — Better known online as the Anchoress. Scalia is so well versed in her faith Pope Benedict has her on speed dial for whenever a question regarding theology or church doctrine arises. Scalia is equally well versed in politics, sharing insight and delivering good knowledge. She also has a heart-warming smile and loves baseball. However, be forewarned Scalia is a Yankees fan. We all have our faults.

And there you have it. Oh, what’s that you say? They’re all easy on the eyes? Gee, hadn’t noticed…