and begin...

So, I have spent about an hour of my on-the-clock work day trying to decide what could possibly be the most important idea, or thought in my head, I want to drop upon any and all who should read this. Who would read this? Will I send out a mass email inviting all my "contacts" to come *see* that I have started my own blog for their viewing pleasure? In all actuality, I have done it for purely selfish reasons. Is that narcissistic? Who do I think I am? Now, if I invite those close to me to read this, what good material will I possibly be able to write about without offending... and then no doubt have to "explain"? Wait, I think I've got it... I will write about people in my life who don't have regular access to a computer and the internet. That would narrow it down to about ONE person, and although her life is surely "blog worthy" it feels wrong to solicit her in that way. I have a good feeling I will warm up and wear down, and before you know it I may be writing about everything from my latest and greatest sex to how I almost poisoned my family with a Pork Roast this past Sunday. In all honesty, truth be known, I just want to write. I also have a tendency to be quite emotional and opinionated, but can promise I will always be open and willing to see both sides of an issue. Wait, I am not running for any office...these are just my harmless thoughts put into words.

"As far as possible, and without surrender, be on good terms with ALL persons. Speak the truth quietly and clearly; listen to others, even the dull and ignorant, they too have their story."