Sorry for flaking out on Wednesday -- to make up for it, I have an especially humorous treat in store for you all today...

We've talked about various blogs on this site ad nauseum -- how they inspire us, make us aware of hot deals on things we never knew we wanted, and are the perfect vehicle for passive aggressive behavior befitting a petulant, unhappy adult.

But what about *for fun*? Blogs can also be absolutely hilarious, personally revealing and incredibly interesting, offering a peak into people's minds that would otherwise cost us $20 and a latte from the Barnes and Nobles Starbucks (woot woot!).

Well, you're in luck! I've gone out and found some of my favorite blogs (some old, some new, all aging gracefully) -- so please take a few moments out of your busy day and have a look! Have a favorite blog you'd like to share with the class? Email me at bytesized@captivate.com and I may feature it in a future column.

Stuff White People Like -- Chris Rock is a super-funny comedian who loves playing off racial stereotypes. In the same vein is Stuff White People Like, a blog coming from the opposite perspective that lists off, well, things that white people like. But these aren't your typical middle America, soccer mom (or hockey mom -- whatever your flavor) stereotypes. They are seriously funny things that I bet you like too, and the insights on the whys and hows behind the list items made me LOLAW. Some of my faves: #1 Coffee, #111 Pea Coats, #60 Prius, #38 Arrest Development... I could literally list 12 more things without trying. You have to check this out for a good, long laugh at yourself.

Things I've bought that I love -- Mindy's blog qualifies as one of my 'old' favorites -- the site hasn't been updated in about a year, but the archived content will keep you entertained on even the most dragging afternoon siestas. Mindy Ephron (or, Mindy Kaling, who is a writer for and plays my favorite character on The Office, Kelly Kapoor) loves to shop, and she takes great pleasure in filling you all in on 'The things I've bought that I love.' Seriously, you guys. One afternoon on this and you will feel like you have found a long-lost girlfriend.

Diner Glossary -- "OK, I need some Bloodhounds in the Hay, paint 'em yellow and add a flower! Twist It, choke It and put a hat on it, then marry some frogs sticks with a lighthouse on a rail!" This diner-translator site really isn't blog per se, but what a hilarious time-waster! If you've ever wanted to talk 'diner' like you were a mint-green-wearing waitress on roller skates, please enjoy yourself. I only wish I could speak like this all the time!

Working Girl -- The ladies over at the Working Girl (not dirty, so it's safe to view at work) let us follow them in their daily lives working in New York and Chicago as they point out interesting office politics, workplace situations that we've all been in and social conundrums everyone can relate to. If you have a few minutes, let these ladies show what real women are like the workplace -- but, like, funnier.

The Green-eyed Momster -- This last one is probably my favorite of the bunch -- The Green-eyed Momster is sweet and informative for anyone trying to lessen their footprint on this world -- but trying to raise a 5-year-old daughter to feel the same way. Insightful, funny and often inspirational, this woman can transcribe a conversation with a toddler better than I've ever seen while retaining the child-like charm and amusement of someone really trying to make the world better. Highly recommend it.

OK, that's all for me today. Have fun visiting some of my favorite sites, and I'll meet you back here Monday with some fresh headlines for you to feast on!