After perusing and commenting on many different friends’ blogs, I thought I had better stop being a blog moocher and start my own. This has several perks, such as: I can write about whatever I like; I can have the final say on everything; and, I can write about myself as much as I like. The drawbacks are, of course: no one may want to read my blog or post any comments; I will have to make posts on a regular basis; and, I can’t really be too personal since that would only alienate readers. So, it looks as though I will have fight my dictatorial urges. Yes, I believe that is the key to successful blogging. I declare this blog to be a democracy, with me as president. And as its president I will endeavor to make my posts as interesting as possible. I can only write what I know or experience personally - which isn’t very much; anything beyond that is speculation. I don’t actually know yet what I will write about, but will try particularly hard not to turn this into a forum for my venting. It’s really not fun to listen to someone vent. I will, of course, do my utmost to maintain the highest quality of spelling and grammar, although I don’t necessarily expect the same from potential commenters (not wanting to alienate anyone, remember). Finally, I will not allow my posts to become angry, vengeful, spiteful, or in any way hurtful to people. Commenters may, however, be all of the above if they wish. Isn’t that kind of me? I’m an awfully good president.