Today is the one year anniversary of this blog. So far the trip has been an enjoyable one. Once again, I shout out to Godfrey, who makes this journal possible.

Some observations:
I have met a number of way-cool people as a result of my blatherings here. I'm pleased that I have made your acquaintance. It's a relief to know that there are some like-minded folks out there. If I ever have to pull up stakes, it's comforting to know that there are other places in the world where I have a shot at being accepted.

I've tried to tread that thin line between being honest and trying to share something of myself without committing the sin of TMI. It's tricky. For example, upon review, I think I write about my dad too much. I'll try not to do that this year, since he's dead and no-one but me really cares.

The exercise of writing a little something on an almost-daily basis, even if it's mindless bitching about The Office, seems to have been helpful. Lately I've entertained the notion that I might be up to the task of writing a real sure-enough novel. I got an idea for a storyline and everything! Of course, whether or not I start writing it is a different matter.

I've said it before, and I'll say it again - on-line journaling is cheaper than therapy.

Thank you for reading.