Here I Go: Is It Just Me?

I like to think I'm a reasonable person. I get along with most people (and am pretty good at ignoring the few I can't stand). I've held a number of responsible jobs, from executive secretary to university administrator to newspaper editor. I'm a college graduate with two-year, four-year and post-graduate degrees. While I tend to lean close toward the liberal side of the political continuum, I consider myself to be an independent, objective thinker whose decisions are based on collection, and careful consideration, of all the pros and cons. My husband of 45 years hasn't left home yet, and our two children and four grandchildren are still speaking to me (all as of this writing).

That said, like most folks, things I've seen on TV, read about in the newspaper or experienced in my own comings and goings conjure up strong emotions and opinions -- sometimes positive, sometimes negative. And when that happens, it almost always causes me to wonder if I'm the only one. Are other people feeling the same way, or Is It Just Me?

That's what this blog is all about. Every so often, I'll sound off about what's bothering me (or making me happy), whether it's local, regional or national. If you agree, or if you don't, feel free to point your family, friends and neighbors to my blog -- and let me know how you feel as well. I'll emphasize up front, though, that my opinions are simply that -- my opinions. You're entitled to disagree, but if your comments come anywhere near crossing the line of decency, they're toast.

Stay tuned!