Beginning my blog

If you were to ask me why I am starting a blog, I'm not sure I could answer concisely. I'm sure it involves at least a measure of narcissistic self-indulgence; I am rather fond of expressing my opinion on a range of subjects, from History, to language, to politics, to religion, etc.  I seem a bit overly fond of talking about those very things that polite people are not supposed to discuss, because opinions can run so hot.  I am also, admittedly, a bit weird. (perhaps the two are inextricably linked)  However, my purpose in discussing such subjects as politics and religion is not to assert my opinion as superior, but to actually hear differing viewpoints.  I lament that opinion is so often taken as attack, these days, as it hinders discussion, and thus, problem solving.  I hope to comment on subjects that may raise a few hackles, but I hope that by doing so, I may inspire independent thought, even if it is contrary to my own thought. I'd rather talk to thinkers who don't agree with me, than talk to non-thinkers of any stripe. I hope that you, the reader, will feel free to post comments. I only ask that those comments be kept civil and respectful of the right of others to disagree.


Buzz