How do I love thee? Let me count the ways!
This goes far beyond addiction.
Far beyond fondness.
Far beyond even longing.
This is love.
True love!
Squidoo. This lens is for you.
Don't feel embarrassed. I know how you must be feeling.
Curious, confused, ignited by the possibilities of our love.
For this lens is my declaration. And there is no clearer declaration of undying love for you Squidoo, anywhere on the internet
Read it and weep.
My Poetic Tribute To Squidoo
My Squidoo Love Poem
(the above video in text form)
I wrote this poem especially for you,To prove that my love for you is true.
Squidoo, my dear sweetheart,
You will always be top on my Alexa chart.
Finding you was like winning the grand prize,
Especially when looking into your beautiful eye.
The moment I joined... my heart was sold,
And I knew that together we would grow old.
Squidoo you mean so much to me,
I never ever thought this could be,
To love a Squid as much as I do,
But I found that love. In you.
This lens is a gift, I wrote it for you,
I hope you will love it as much as I love you.
Eternal bliss is where I'm bound,
And in your tentacles is where it's found.
I love you Squidoo.
Enough about MY Squidoo love affair for the moment....
Do YOU Love Squidoo?!
Reason 1. The things I write get found by people
I don't know how it happens, I don't know what special things go on in the background with bribing "the internet" to make it like me, but the lenses I like are getting found by the right people, and getting read.The things I write, from weird mind control tricks, to the evils of Coca Cola, to what to buy me for christmas, to my favourite charities, are being read and APPRECIATED.
I think reason number 1 is about appreciation.
I write something, it gets read.
And that makes me, and hopefully the readers, happy.
Reason 2. The web of connection
Squidoo is a Social Networking site.The lens I make is linked to hundreds and hundreds of other lenses automatically. They link back here. We all link together. Take a look on the side of the lens for the tags. Click one. Discover more lenses about the same topic. Click a tag on one of those lenses, and discover even more. You could do this all day long.
Why is this a good thing, and why is it reason number 2?
- Because everyone is connected.
And when everyone is connected, amazing things happen.
The internet is changing the world, and Squidoo is changing the internet. Bit by bit. Each day.
Reason 3. The money is nice
The first time it was announced by Squidoo, I was her Most Profitable Lensmaster. That means the modules I had on my lenses were making more sales than anyone else was making. I also have other income streams coming from Squidoo, from all my lens visitors. This means Squidoo likes me.Squidoo, unlike loads of other Social Networking sites, don't mind you selling your own stuff on your lenses. And they encourage it. Heck, it's almost the LAW to sell cool stuff on your lens.
If I am ever in charge I will make it the law to own a lens and to list your favourite stuff on their for sale, with recommendations as to why people should part with their money.
Like this:
One of the best books I've read is called 'Secrets of the Millionaire Mind' written by T. Harv Eker. You've read this far so you kind of feel like you know me a bit by now, and you will take this recommendation seriously. It seriously is one of the best books I've read. So why not buy it and read it too?
This is why the money on Squidoo is nice. Because I know it's coming from the stuff I'm recommending to people. I can look at my sales stats and see the books that are selling are the ones I've raved about on my lenses. They are also the ones on my own bookshelves.
Squidoo pays you for recommending the best stuff.
Reason 4. I get to help people
I own www.SquidooCool.com, and I write anything I think will help people understand Squidoo just that little bit better, and use it more like a pro. Without them having to spend a year to learn it all like I did.If you are a lensmaster and you don't find SquidooCool.com useful, I will run NAKED down the street. And film it. And post it on YouTube.
I'm that confident in my blog :)
So check it out!
SquidooCool got a mention in a recent Lens of the Day email and also got posted on the SquidBlog. Fame!
P.S. Is SquidooCool the longest ever love letter to Squidoo? I think it could well be!
Most Recent SquidooCool blog posts
Fetching RSS feed... please stand byReason 5. Squidoo paid for my laptop
That's right! She did!My $2500 laptop was paid for with money I earned online with Squidoo.
If Squidoo did not exist, I would not own this FABULOUS laptop. Not only is it GREEN, but it is one heck of a powerful beast! Thank you Squidoo :-)
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The Laptop I Would Kill For
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Here is my future laptop. I dream about it every night.
Reason 6. Squidoo paid for my PSP
A PSP is a 'PlayStation Portable', and I've wanted one for ages. Then I saw a SquidOffer about PSP downloads, and it had a little picture of a PSP and it tipped me over the edge.I went to ebay (via an ebay module!), and bought one right that minute.
And I now have it sitting next to me right now.
It was paid for with money I earned from Squidoo.
Squidoo buys me nice presents :)
NOTE: Since writing this... Squidoo has paid for a LOT more! A LOT more!!
Reason 7. Squidoo does amazing things for charities
This video is the first Squidmercial, made by Squidoo HQ, showing some of the cool stuff Squidoo has been able to make happen.
Ever seen this image?
If you've made a couple of lenses already you will have no doubt seen my very public display of affection for my dearest Squidoo on the last step before your lens is created. One of the testimonials displayed there is mine.It says:
"I am completely in love with Squidoo. But I realise that marriage between man and website is considered weird, so I will just keep using Squidoo to generate incredible traffic to all my websites!"
Love Letter To Squidoo
This lens was made for the Love Letter To Squidoo challenge...-
Loveletter to Squidoo Challenge
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This week our note is short and sweet; For you, a chance to win a treat! Just read the rules and if you're wise, You'll win! ...and then collect your prize.
NEWSFLASH! I WON THE COMPETITION!!
I won the competition to make the best love letter to Squidoo, and here is a picture of me wearing the T-Shirt I received as a prize!!Woohoo!
Come on! Spill the beans!
This is where YOU get to say your bit...
poutine wrote...
I totally love Squidoo and am totally addicted to it
and do not want to be cured.
Poutine
Posted August 27, 2009
Sue_Dyson wrote...
OMG I love Squidoo, too! I am so glad I'm not the only one. I was beginning to feel a little weird being so in love with a website/platform/community/social network. I'm secretly addicted and I don't know what I'd do if any of my loved ones found out how much time I really spend Squidooing. Gosh!
Posted June 19, 2009
Joan4 wrote...
I am totally amazed at how much I have learned here - and how much I have grown as a human being -- just reading wonderful lenses and finding so many great internet friends! Squidoo has certainly changed my life for the better! Am I addicted? Of course, but it is a very happy and productive addiction! I am thankful for Squidoo every day! Honest!
Posted April 12, 2009
divacratus wrote...
I love Squidoo too! I haven't started earning as yet, but I still love it coz there is sooo much of interaction over here. It's lovely.
Posted April 01, 2009
wealthcatalyst wrote...
Big smile on my face now... such a fun lens to read!
Posted January 23, 2009
kilester wrote...
Squidoo has already helped me express myself and my business and do a lot of advertising for me. Thank you Squidoo!
Posted November 23, 2008
Gail47 wrote...
Lewis, you make me smile. Great lens! You're spreading the love! 5*s
Posted October 04, 2008
CCGAL wrote...
I'm new to Squidoo, but already I can see why people fall in love with it. (her? him? them?) My favorite part was about your confidence in your website -- I'm still chuckling over it. I have enjoyed this lens and I'm going to enjoy seeing your others, too.
Posted September 17, 2008
emilyava wrote...
I love this lens and squidoo. Squidoo provides the information to all other who want to know the regarding information.
Posted September 09, 2008
SunnyDaze wrote...
Great job on all your sites. I'm learning and doing by visiting all the Giant Squid sites. Just get out and do it. Thanks.
Posted August 20, 2008
annetteghallowell wrote...
I have just started my love affair with Squidoo. Finding lenses like yours is just one of the reasons. When my lenses grow up they want to be like yours! 5*
Posted August 01, 2008
qlcoach wrote...
Wow. So your poem was candy sweet and humorously delightful. Keep the squidoo power going. Feel free to see how I am trying to help people too:
http://www.squidoo.com/ebyway
Sincerely: Gary Eby, author and therapist
Posted July 25, 2008
BethErickson wrote...
the title simply caught my attention and would you know it reason 5 to 7 are great. loved it. 5 stars :)
Posted July 16, 2008
GypsyOwl wrote...
FAV & 5*, I lensrolled this to my "Why I Love Squidoo" Lens! Thank you for all your wonderful lenses and inspiration!
Posted June 21, 2008
LarryBass wrote...
Boy, I'm diggin' your lens big-time Lewis. What a fine effort you've put out here, my man! Your poetry kills!
Cheers!
lb
Posted June 03, 2008
RinchenChodron wrote...
Hi, I agree with all the reasons to love Squidoo. Very creative site. Good job 5 rating!
Posted May 27, 2008
Kanga wrote...
I'm only new,
but I love Squidoo too!
Blue glue moo few true sue clue goo threw.
Yep...
Posted May 26, 2008
roysumit wrote...
Surely I love Squidoo; no doubt about it. I love your lens too. A fantastic lens by you.
Posted May 24, 2008
poddys wrote...
Great ides for a lens and brilliantly executed. I think amy of us do have a great affection for Squidoo. We keep on coming back we doo we doo :)
Posted May 12, 2008
JDattar wrote...
Hey Lewis. You're great. I'm learning a lot from you about Squidoo and how to build a proper lens and make it work for you. Thanks a lot. I like to fish and in summer we fish for squidoos, the edible squids. Very good to eat as you know. By the way my Lens is about boats and fishing tips and tactics, the way we do it in the Mediterranean. Should be somewhat popular, don't you think, but SURELY not compared with your lenses. Congratulations. 5 stars of more from me.
Posted May 10, 2008
veron308louis wrote...
Hi, Lewis, guess what? When I read the caption "We dare you not to get addicted!" I smiled and said "Huh, you wanna bet!". Now, 2 weeks later, I am sad to say NO! actually glad to say I am bitten by the Squidoo bug! No regrets, I am enjoying myself everyday and can't wait to finish whatever I have to do, you know the laundry, cooking and cleaning just so I can continue squidooing!
Posted May 03, 2008
jacquelinestone wrote...
From one Squidoo Lover to another, Great lens! I smiled all the way through it! :)
Posted May 01, 2008
funwithtrains wrote...
Nice Lens! 5 stars and a favorite from me! Please visit my Marklin Trains lens.
Posted April 28, 2008
TimothyCarter wrote...
I am incredibly excited about what I've been learning about Squidoo so far. And I think I'll like it even more in the weeks and months ahead!
Posted April 24, 2008
Janet Jenson wrote
Too cute! If I swear on the watery grave of Squidoo's Behemoth ancestors will you promise NOT to run naked down the street? Oh, whatever, I'll just shut my eyes and keep producing lenses. They'll get better and better. You'll see!
Posted April 15, 2008
kiwisoutback wrote...
Squidoo rules! Squidoocool is an excellent site, the tips are invaluable. If you haven't visited you should definitely take a look! Another excellent lens.
Posted April 08, 2008
ElizabethJeanAllen wrote...
Great lens! To know Squidoo is to love Squidoo.
Liz
Posted April 06, 2008
MarkMBravura wrote...
Hey Lewis,
Much SquidLove to you!
Warmest regards,
Mark M. Bravura
Posted April 04, 2008
Music-Resource wrote...
Hi Lewis, nice I Love Squidoo lens. I find myself in agreement with your reasons. Like the tribute poem vid. I created a shortcut on my desktop to SquidooCool. I'll be checking it out. ~Music Resource~
Posted March 06, 2008
micheleknightpsychic wrote...
I am totally new and want to fall in love but it feels unrequited! How the hell do I get my squiddos out there? Loving your work!
Posted February 01, 2008
kansasww wrote...
As with all your lenses,well done I learn something every where I go.Thanks Roger
Posted January 02, 2008
2cute2miss wrote...
Your lens inspires me to try to make better lenses. I have made a couple lenses trying to sell my own stuff and I know they suck (the lenses, not my stuff, lol)
Posted December 18, 2007
SmartWeb wrote...
In all the websites I've built over the years, Squidoo is the easiest to do and almost the fastest ranking on Google... and backlinks are easy as pie!
Love SquidooCool too. Keep it up!
Posted November 11, 2007
Aice wrote...
well for one the lens here in squidoo rank high faster than any other blogs!
and I'm still exploring.. still i don't know how to create a poll like voting poll how do you do that? i'm very new to squidoo please teach me ^_^
Posted November 02, 2007
ShannonC wrote...
lol...great lens! I haven't known Squidoo that long however it was love at first site <:-)
Posted September 18, 2007
wenfri wrote...
Should a got here sooner But love your lens and I agree with everything stated
Wendy
http://www.squidoo.com/OBAInfo/
Posted September 10, 2007
Aika wrote...
cool and very creative. I do love squidoo too! :) best of luck to everyone
Posted September 04, 2007
Monteath wrote...
Great job with the lens, and great writing. I just found Squidoo and absolutely love it!
Posted September 03, 2007
coachbriany wrote...
I Love Squidoo too, and will make many lenses as long as my wife doesn't get to jealous of my affair with squidoo.
Posted September 01, 2007
AnnieMcPhees wrote...
Awesome! I love Squidoo too and finding it was made me so lucky. I like the poem. :)
Posted August 31, 2007
CarmenVj wrote...
You have inspired me too. I love squidoo. It has become part of my life. I always read everything you write. Keep it going
Posted August 23, 2007
ascent wrote...
All about the lens, baby! I (orange) Love Squidoo!!
PS - Great Lens :)
Posted August 23, 2007
Ashlynn wrote...
Squidoo is slowly taking over my life! I'm on it everyday adding modules to my own lens or visiting and rating other people's lenses. It's FUN! Your lens is funny and informative and deserves 5 stars :)
Ash
Posted August 22, 2007
Fit_Guy wrote...
Me too! Does this mean we're courting the same squid? Should we be concerned? LOL! You are on my lens roll!
www.squidoo.com/functional_fitness
Posted August 19, 2007
AllyCatzGal wrote...
This is so funny! You inspire me! And I can't wait untill you film your self running naked down the street(I'm sure the neighbors will want to see the two full moons :P) Nice lens 5 stars!
Posted August 18, 2007
Lisa-Marie-Mary wrote...
Totally awesome love letter lens, Lewis! Love letter lens, Lewis! Say that five times fast!
And I don't know - but, it might be kinda fun to watch ya run down the street naked! LOL!
Posted August 12, 2007
USVIA wrote...
Great lens! This is what ALL lenses should aspire for! Much deserving of a 5 star rating!
Posted August 11, 2007
Forgiven wrote...
Nice lens! 5 Stars from me! Please don't run naked in the street!!! When you get time please rate my lens faithography
Posted August 11, 2007
USVIA wrote...
Great lens! I can tell alot of hard work went into it! We found your lens on the Top 100 list for People, and it's very deserving of that placement....5 stars!
Posted August 10, 2007
Squidoophile wrote...
Hi Lewis, Gr8 lens and great Ideas, next time it will be a harder competition with all these squidoo lovers -me included- of course.
Prepare for the tough competition.
Posted August 08, 2007
bcarter wrote...
Lewis, you outdone yourself again with another great lens. I love Squidoo, because I get to read Lewis's awesome lenses.
I have a great time building my own lenses also.
Posted August 07, 2007
fefe wrote...
I love your lens and your poem. Especially the line about looking into your beautiful eye. Genius! I love Squidoo too for buying me a couple weeks worth of Starbucks drinks. Squidoo seems to love me more each month. I will check out your blog.
Posted August 07, 2007
KarenC wrote...
I love Squidoo too. I just earned my first money on squidoo. YeeHa!
Posted August 07, 2007
bizunlim wrote...
Excellent job, Lewis! It doesn't even hurt to be beaten by such an amazing lensmaster! Keep up the great work.
A pleasure, 5 stars!
Donna
Posted August 05, 2007
k8company wrote...
I love you Lewis's lenses
Oh yes I do
I love you Lewis's lenses
And I'll be true
When you're not near me
I'm blue
Oh Lewis's lenses
I love you.
I DEFINATELY do.
Posted August 04, 2007
SteveMcG wrote...
Great Lense! I love Squidoo too, but my loves pales in comparison to yours ;0)
Posted August 04, 2007
Paroshep wrote...
Thanks for the effort. I learned this from lens so I am really looking forward to SquidooCool.com
Cheers
Posted August 04, 2007
TimClark wrote...
Absolutely, Totally, Incredibly blown away by your love lens......... Keep up the great work.........
Posted August 04, 2007
Frankster wrote...
Absolutely fantabulous! Congrats on winning the contest and for putting out another 5 star lens! Way to go. Keep squidooing! Bear hugs, Frankie
Posted August 03, 2007
badmsm wrote...
I love Squidoo, cuz I meet cool people like YOU! :)
Luv Ya, Lewis, keep up the good work!
Posted August 03, 2007
Susan52 wrote...
Why do I love Squidoo? Because I meet absolutely the best people here, MrLewisSmile, people like you. Congratulations on your well-deserved win!
Susan
Posted August 03, 2007
sonia_simone wrote...
You're a troubled, troubled man. Freaking excellent, five stars.
Posted August 03, 2007
Mickie_G wrote...
I am a newbie and I too love Squidoo. Some of your other lenses have made it to my Favs and Lensroll. Keep on squigging.
Posted August 03, 2007
RedPenAnni wrote...
I love Squidoo because of wonderful people like YOU ... on here.
I like your style and you sure are a charming lil' devil!!! ;)
Posted August 03, 2007
ronpass wrote...
Great lens from a love-sick lensmaster. You provide a great model of what is possible, Lewis. I have become besotted also (not with you silly, Squidoo). Congrats on winning the grand prize.
Ron Passfield
Squidoo marketing
Posted August 03, 2007
megara1 wrote...
Kudos Lewis!! For me Squidoo has started opening doors I never knew exsisted! Yes, I am completely and totally obsessed in Love with Squidoo!
Posted August 03, 2007
The_Mommy_Person wrote...
I wish I had as much talent and computer knowledge as you.
I would like to go on record though and have as many people as possible say that SquidooCool.com is useless even though it is probably a lie just to see the video of you running down the street naked posted ;)
Posted August 03, 2007
jmurphy wrote...
I agree - Squidoo really does love you, and we can all see why.
Posted August 03, 2007
gods_grace_notes wrote...
Yes! I love Squidoo too! I really love your creative spirit, Lewis. You do a fabulous job on WHATEVER you do! Great job on this LOVE letter! Connie ...aka Squid Angel
Posted August 01, 2007
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