Why a Blog?

Hey, look! I created a blog today. I thought I'd write a quick post about why. First, I've recently discovered that a number of my friends have them. Second, it's seemed like a fun way to process what's happening in my life and what goes on in my brain while simultaneously keeping in touch with friends and updating them. That, of course, assumes that someone than me reads this. ;-) If you do and you find something interesting, please comment. That way, I'll know that someone has actually read it and is interested. And I'll keep rambling, rather than stopping as I glumly conclude that this was a silly idea and a waste of time.

One final reason for blogging: simply to explore a new technological and literary medium. It might come in handy in teaching at some point; I might want to create one for or with my students. Actually, I like the idea of creating a class blog with my students. We'll see if I continue to like that idea as I do this, but I am an English teacher after all. If it allows kids another opportunity to read and write, particularly in authentic communication, hooray!