I've seen it, but as long as the blog isn't complete rubbish, I'm fine.
On the note of favoratism, I've noticed that once a user builds up their reputation as a quality blog maker and submitter, the more likely an admin is to feature it because they are used to that user good quality.
It's my job to help the next generation, and set a good example for them. And for that I'll gladly lay down my life.
Skittles is right on all acounts here. If you build up your logging skills and have good informational blogs, even if you are or aren't friends with admins, it'll be accepted.
I hope this bb thread isn't reffering to my blogs, they are not pointless, they're informative.