Once again into the breach, dear friends

I have had several blogs over the past few years. I've written to myself (for after all, isn't that what most journals are for, talking to oneself and quiet reflection?) since my mentor in high school recommended I start and maintain a journal. I used to write long hand, in my sloppy loopy handwriting, 'til my hand would hurt. Much easier to be long winded with a keyboard ;).

I am stuck, as I often am, with how personal to make this blog. How much of myself do I show to the people I allow to view it? My 'open and honest' policy in life has gotten me into trouble with people I care about more than once. Ranting about discord or bitching about a friend or family member, while it seems just fine in the heat of the moment, may come back to bite me on the ass. But, for now, I am going to try this; try and be as open as I am comfortable with being on here *taps computer screen*.

Wish me luck.