One of the perks of blogging is that from time to time, people send you free stuff to review on your blog. And one of the non-perks is that people often ask you to promote stuff with no payoff — essentially asking you to talk about things on your site for free. Generally, when people want to send me a book, CD, or product, I accept it but let then know that I won’t necessarily review it unless a) I really like it and/or b) I have time. I have come across some real gems that way, such as Anne Cushman’s new book and I do appreciate the people who take the time to write to me and send me review copies. As for the second kind of question (will you mention X product just because we asked you very nicely?) I generally say no. I mean, why should I use my blog as free advertising space for someone else? I don’t even have AdSense ads on my site for ME to make money. So I just say no.

Until today.

Yesterday I received an email from someone publicizing Mike Myer’s upcoming film, “The Love Guru.”
Well, I have to tell you I am a sucker for funny guys, especially Mike Myers. I mean, I loved him as Wayne:

And as Austin Powers (rrrrrawrrrr!):

And of course as the voice of Shrek:

Come on, I love this guy!!! Plus the email I received held out a very tantalizing incentive, which was: if I post about this movie, the link will be forwarded to Mike Myers himself. Immediately I began to plan what I am going to wear to the premiere of “The Love Guru.” I mean, I am one of the Ten Most Influential Yoga Bloggers, after all. (Okay, I totally made that up. But I bet I am one of the Ten Most Influential Yoga Bloggers Living in Colorado.)  And of course Mike is going to invite all of the bloggers to the premiere, right?

But anyway, click the image below to go to the movie’s official website:

I have to tell you, I really hope the film is as funny as the website, because certain things on this site made me laugh really hard. Like the fact that he says “Mariska Hargitay” instead of “Namaste.” I have a very refined and mature sense of humor, you know.

And now, Mike, if you’re reading this, and you can’t take me to the premiere, can you at least delurk and leave a comment?  And you’re welcome to come over and practice yoga with me any time!!