It’s Kate’s and Alan’s birthday today, and I have a deadline, so no long entry tonight. I regret it, because evidently we’ve got some new visitors around here, thanks to the faraway Indianapolis Star, where we made the sidebar of a story on blogging.

The sidebar! The story of my life!

Just kidding. I appreciate the publicity, and here’s the short version of what you can find here: Daily life, with links. I used to write more about my work (I’m a journalist), but I do that less these days. I have a husband, a daughter and a dog, all of whom make occasional appearances here, although I try to respect everyone’s privacy. Themes: All of them. Politics: Confused, angry and baffled. Attitude: Determined to be amused.

And I’m always making empty promises. Among them: Tomorrow will be better. See you then.