Introduction to Mike's Blog

Having tried way too many web and blog possiblities I decided to just fight my way through and get this thing moving.  I've pulled out handfuls of hair and I'd surely rather be writing but some things need doing and this was one of them.  

So hello to friends, readers and countrymen.  I hope you'll lend me you (electronic) ears from time to time and wish everyone a wonderful new year.